Save
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

Chapter 25 Ergonomic

Ergonomics in the dental office

QuestionAnswer
pain associated with continued flexion and extension of the wrist Carpal tunnel syndrome
Painful conditions that result from ongoing stresses to muscles, tendons,nerves and joints cumalative trauma disorders
to help people stay healthy while performing their work more effectively the goal of ergonomics
reach created when the upper arm is fully extended maximum horizontal reach
reach created by a vertical sweep of the forearm while the elbow is kept at a midtorso level maximum vertical reach
painful conditions that affect both muscles and bones, such as neck or back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome musculoskeletal disorders
position when the body is properly aligned and the distribution of weight throughout the spine is equal neutral position
reach created by a sweep of the forearm with the upper arm held at the side normal horizontal reach
injuries caused by sudden twisting or wrenching of a joing with stretching or tearing of ligaments sprains
injuries caused by extreme stretching of muscles or ligaments strains
fleshy mound on the palm at the base of the thumb thenar eminence
work related symptoms range from back,joint,neck,shoulder, hand and wrist pain and headaches
if you ignore the early symptoms of pain and stiffness what may develop chronic disease
frequent reaching,twisting,and working with the arms in awkward positions can cause what strains and sprains
repetitive motion,overflexion, and overextension of the wrist can significantly increase the risk for what cumulative trauma disorders
with improper motion,the tendons swell and exert pressure on what nerve median
repetitive and forceful motion can lead to what carpal tunnel syndrome
what is the first symptom of carpal tunnel syndrome painful tingling in one or both hands that occurs at night
what other repetitive hand and wrist movements can also cause CTS kniting, gardening,using a keyboard
who may be more prone to CTS pregnant women, taking oral contraceptives, pms,or rheumatoid arthritis
what does ambidextrous glove mean can wear on both right and left hands
the use of ambidextrous gloves may put excessive tension on thenar eminence
what is one of the most important factors in prevention of CTS Frequently resting the hands
to relieve eyestrain how long should you look up from your task and focus on something else 20 seconds
to relieve stress on the back,neck and shoulders what should you perform full back release
shoulder shrugging can be used to stretch the shoulder muscles which may be stressed from holding what oral evacuators,instruments,and telephone handsets
Created by: cynthia.fryer
Popular Dentistry sets

 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards