Mind your back! Posture in Dentistry (NW190625A)

AvailabilityCourse was cancelled
SubjectPosture
DescriptionThis lecture based presentation and practical demonstration session aims to teach delegates good posture, exercise regimes and dental surgery equipment options.
Additional information

Registration from 5:30pm

Catering

A selection of vegetarian/non vegetarian options will be made available, however please be aware that we are unable to cater for special dietary requirements such as Gluten Free, Nut Allergy, Vegan. We therefore suggest that delegates bring their own food if you have a specialist requirement.

VenueWhiston Education, Training & Conference Centre, Whiston - Merseyside  View details
Date & timeTuesday 25 June 2019, 18:00 to 20:00
LecturersMrs Pam Doorey & Mr Peter Doorey  View details
Target audience

Recommended to all

Development outcomeB, C
Course styleLecture
Core topic Not a core topic
CateringRefreshments
CPD hours2:00
Cost£15.00
Aims

To understand:

  • How working in dentistry can lead to poor posture
  • Recognise problems caused by working in poor posture
  • Provide a simple exercise regime to help limit or treat symptoms caused by working in poor posture
  • Consider dental surgery design and seating to limit risks of working in poor posture
Objectives
  • Understand how to achieve and check good posture, limiting risk of musculoskeletal problems
  • Knowing when to seek professional help for problems caused by poor posture
  • Understand options for seating and surgery design to aid good posture
Learning outcomes

Following this session delegates will be equipped with knowledge for working in good posture to avoid musculoskeletal problems.