Are You Sitting Comfortably? – back care for the dental team (SO221113)

AvailabilityCourse has taken place
SubjectCore Skill
DescriptionDid you know back pain is a major cause of work loss and premature retirement of dental professionals? What causes back pain? Is it all about bad posture?
Additional informationOur speaker will examine the causes of back pain and offer strategies to prevent and manage problems.

Feedback from past delegates:
“A terrific course.“ “Really helpful” “Interesting, enjoyable.” “Most useful! Lots of simple tips.” “Practical exercises were very useful.” “Lively, informal learning environment.” “The day really flew by!”

Please note Dr Gallacher can answer generic questions but any advice amounting to personal consultation is not possible.

Intended audience: Dentists, Therapists, Hygienists, Clinical Dental Technicians - i.e. clinicians who directly treat patients

Speaker: Gerry Gallacher

Biography: Gerry Gallacher BDS BSc (Hons) is an osteopath and a dentist. After qualifying as a dentist in 1986, he spent 20 years in clinical dentistry before studying for a degree in Osteopathy. Since 2001, Gerry has worked as an osteopath at the University of Bristol Sports Medicine Clinic. He also lectures to dental professionals across the UK about the prevention of musculoskeletal injuries.
VenueEducation Centre, RSHH, Southampton  View details
Date & timeFriday 22 November 2013, 09:30 to 16:30
LecturerMigration  View details
Target audience

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Development outcomeNo development outcome
Course styleLecture
Core topicNo core topic
CPD hours6:00
Cost£25.00
Aims
  1. Understand how to reduce their risk of experiencing musculoskeletal disorders
  2. Absorb a wide range of ideas aimed at managing and preventing back pain
  3. Know the latest clinical evidence on back pain investigation and management
  4. Learn exercises that will keep them "fit to practise" dentistry