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Article:
"Have a Seat" -
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by Timothy J. Caruso, PT, Cert. MDT
| "Career
longevity can be positively and negatively impacted by operator
seating. So when it comes time to consider a chair, don’t sell
yourself short." |
If the decision falls to someone else, it
might be worthwhile to “split the cost” with your employer and get
what is best for you. Now that you have the prescription, have a seat!
Timothy J. Caruso, PT, Cert. MDT,
is a practicing physical therapist who has focused his professional
expertise in the area of manual therapy and orthopedics, specifically
neuromusculoskeletal disorders. He is credentialed in diagnostic
therapy from the McKenzie Institute USA. Mr. Caruso has worked and
consulted extensively with the dental profession in the areas of
management, job analysis, organizational dynamics, ergonomics,
exercise, wellness and injury prevention. He can be reached at
carusopt@ameritech.net or 630-628-8176. |
dramatically. Of course, while armrests are useful,
there may be certain procedures that are hindered by them. The rules
with armrests are
that they should support and “un-weight” the upper extremities; they
should not constrain natural movement; they should have unlimited
degrees of freedom of movement; and they should be able to move out of
the way when unnecessary. |
Lastly, be sure to consider the wheels. There should be a five-caster
base to allow for freedom of mobility on a variety of flooring
surfaces.
WHAT’S BEST FOR YOU
Comfort and function in the operatory is a priceless commodity.
Efficiency, effectiveness and career longevity can be positively and
negatively impacted by operator seating. So when it comes time to
consider a chair, don’t sell yourself short.
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