Why are my hands and wrists hurting, and what can I do to relieve the pain?
Occupational hazards to dental staff – Jamshid Ayatollahi, Fatemah Ayatollahi, Ali Mellat Ardekani, Rezvan Bahrololoomi, Jahangir Ayatollahi, Ali Ayatollahi, and Mohammad Bagher Owlia
Hand/wrist complaints among dentists and especially dental hygienists are highly prevalent. Hand/wrist complaints follow low back disorders and result in a significant higher chronicity than any other complaint.
Carpal tunnel syndrome – an occupational hazard facing dentistry – Sagar Abichandani, Saquib Shaikh, and Ramesh Nadiger
Hamann et al. stated that repetitiveness of work, forceful exertions, mechanical stress, posture, temperature and vibration are ergonomic risk factors associated with CTS. These risk factors are present for dentists as contact stress over the carpal tunnel may be caused by dental instruments, and wrists may be held in awkward positions for prolonged periods.
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Prevalence and risk factors of hand problems and carpal tunnel syndrome among dental hygienists – J A Lalumandier , S D McPhee
Conclusion: The prevalence of hand problems and CTS among dental hygienists was the highest among army dental personnel, with the exception of dental therapy assistants. Risk factors for both hand problems and CTS are multifactorial, and dental hygienists should be particularly aware of those factors that can be prevented.