Ergonomics is an applied science concerned with designing and arranging a workspace to increase efficiency, productivity and reduce discomfort. In this lesson, Lani McBeth, RDH, discusses the basics of ergonomics and why it's important to dental professionals.

This lesson is part of the Spear course, "The Ergonomic Woes of the Dental Professional," in which McBeth teaches you how to deliver excellent patient care without sacrificing your spine or any other part of your body. Review ergonomic principles, identify signs and symptoms of common injuries and discover how designing, adjusting and changing the operatory or front desk can help prevent career-ending injuries. Simple stretches for doctors, hygienists, front desk and other practice team members are demonstrated and devices that assist in enhancing comfort and safety are introduced. Learn more at https://spear.education/dentalergonomics.