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Most of us don’t know how to make actual changes in the flexibily of of muscles thus reducing the pain and muscle imbalances.  Episode 29 outlines a thourough stretching routine so that you can learn what research reports is the most effective method of stretching.  

Ever wonder why you stretch and stretch and nothing seems to change?  It most likely it is because you are not stretching properly. Not only do you need to know what to stretch, but also, how to do it.   This week’s series tackles the misinformation about stretching and will teach you to get the most out of your effort. Episode 28 specifically deals with two different types of stretch and why yoga seems to be so effective for dental professionals. Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

Although we have only scratched the surface of back pain in dentistry with this series, this episode will dispell some myths about treatment of back pain and what treatment has been recommended over and over again in research.  Find out what that treatment is and how to find the best person to provide it. If you do have any questions about your own situation, find me at www.healthydentistrysolutions.com.  Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

Continuing our series on back pain in dentistry, in this episode we explore the different types of pressure that can lead to back pain. We also talk about how poor posturing can contribute to your pain.  But most importantly, we start the discussion of how to improve your posture while you are practicing. Check out www.healthydentistrysolutions.com/blog to read more about back pain in dentistry and how to protect yourself!   Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

This week’s series is on low back pain in dentistry.  Episdoe 25 explores why dental professionals experience it and why not all treatment is successful.   Visit www.healthydentistrysolutions.com/blog to read a bit more about low back pain.   Be Healthy and Practice Safely!  

Episode 24 is the end of our episode on carpal tunnel syndrome.  We end this series with several practical strategies you can use to reduce the risk of developing CTS during everyday activities. Don’t forget to check out your free video download at www.healthydentistrysolutions.com.   Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

Prevention of carpal tunnel is essential to dental professionals.  In this episode we discuss the basic concepts behind protecting yourself and your practice. You can watch the free video on how to correctly perform an evidenced based stretching program at www.healthydentistrysolutions.com Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a very common neurological disorder in dentistry which can cost the practice and the practitioners tens of thousands of dollars.   In this week’s series you will learn more about what CTS is, why dental professionals are at risk of developing it and how you can protect yourself both in and out of the office! First, let’s learn what the carpal tunnel is and how the syndrome develops in Episode 22. Don’t forget to check out www.healthydentistrysolutoins.com to find out more about how you can create a healthier and safer dental practice! Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

We conclude our healthy huddle week with Episode 21: Don’t just stretch!  Learning how to run an effective huddle program will help your team overcome some of the practical issues with creating a healthy dental practice.   Stretching is the most popular exercise intervention in huddles, but may be one of the least effective.   Learn what an effective huddle program looks like and why stretching is very similar to flossing! Also, don’t forget to download your free PDF for creating a healthy environment for your dental team at Healthy Solutoins for Dental Professionals!   Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

Just like a professional sports team, huddles are essential to a healthy and productive dental practice.   In this episode, we are going to discuss how you can use your huddle to create support systems for healthy practice.  Also, we learn what a picture ninja is! Make sure to check out this weeks blog and download the free resource to creating a healthy environment. Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

How can you play a role in the health of each of your team members?  How can you turn your huddles in to a time that underscores how important the health is for everyone?   That is what we are going to explore in this week’s series entitled: Huddle Health Episode 19 discusses why a healthy huddle is so important as we delve into the science of human factors.   Make a difference in the life of your office! Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

Postural awareness and ergonomics are eternally linked.  One without the other is simply not complete.  In this episode we conclude our week of postural awareness and discuss the role ergonomic equipment has in dentistry.   Alison Heller-Ono from Worksite International Inc joins us for one last session as we continue to help dental professionals learn how to improve the health of their practice. Miss an episode?  Don’t worry, you can go to www.healthydentistrysolutions.com/podcast to listen to all of the episodes this week.  You will find them neatly organized in the “Posture” tab. Don’t forget to sign up for the free Postural Awareness email course!  This is a great opporutnity for you to learn how you practice and make small changes over time.  

Do you know where your head is?  This is a legimate questions for dental professionals.  Many times you don’t!  Not knowing where your head is or how to practice with your head in the correct position can lead to a lot of muscloskeletal problems in dentistry.   Joined again by Alison Heller-Ono of Worksite International, we explore how to rediscover you position. Also, you will learn about a FREE email program created by Healthy Solutions for Dental Professionals to walk you through improved postural awarenss. Go to www.healthydentistrysolutions.com to sign up and get started on your path to a healthy practice! Don’t forget your assignment from Episode 16!  Are you still paying attention to how you are moving and positioned throughout the day?    

In this, the first official 7 Minute Solutions episode, we take a look at what comes before ergonomics if you want to make a healthy and sustainable change in your dental practice.  You’ll hear from professional ergonomist, Alision Heller-Ono, as she gets to the heart of the problem.  You can find her website at Worksite International Inc.. If you have any questions, please visit www.healthydentistrysolutions.com.   Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

This episode is a bridge to the very new and very exciting change in podcast format!  From now on, the Healthy Solutions for Dental Professionals podcast will be different than anything you’ve heard before!  I am super excited about the changes and hope you will be too.  Welcome back!

Yoga seems as though it would be the perfect compainion for dental professionals.  It certianly is for Dr. Ana Dougherty.  She has been practicing yoga for as long as she has been practicing dentistry and credits it for saving her from the fate of many of her colleagues.  In this episode, Dr. Dougherty shares her story as well as what she is doing to help dental professionals learn to create healthy practices, including launching a fantastic YouTube series. Links in this episode: The YogaDentist on YouTube The YogaDentist on Facebook Healthy Solutions for Dental Professionals   Be Healthy and Practice Safely!< [...]

Dr. Jeff Carter knows a thing or two about designing great dental spaces, after all, he used to practice!  In this episode he joins me to discuss how office space and equipment design influence ergonomics. Referrences: The Inevitability of Neck and Back Pain in Dentistry Practice Design Group See Dr. Carter’s Prop Demonstration! Register for the FREE webinar!   Be Healthy and Practice Safely!

Ever considered what it would be like to work with a microscope?  Think that microscopes are only useful for specialists?  Dr. Payet doesn’t!  This self proclaimed dental tech geek discovered that using microscopes didn’t just improve his work as a genral dentist, but also his physical health.   This week on Healthy Solutions for Dental Professionals, I interview Dr. Charles Payet about what it is like to work in a general practice with microscopes.  We discuss the benefits and barriers as well as helpful tips to get you started.   I also am excited to announce my first live webinar, Creating Your Healthy Practice: Pain, Posture and Ergonomics, which is FREE and now open for registration at the Healthy Solutions website. Any questions about today’s episode?  Contact Dr. Payet: Google Plus:

Loupes are essential to creating a healthy and safe dental practice.  But how do you know that you are selecting the right ones for you?  There are literally hundreds of options when it comes to purchasing loupes for your dental practice.  If you don’t choose well, you may be increasing your pain! James Farleo from Eclipse Loupes and Products shares his expertise so that you can become an informed consumer.  His insight into the loupe industry will help you avoid common mistakes made by dental professionals when purchasing loupes.   This is a MUST listen to podcast!  Save it, and never ever buy loupes again without listening to this episode in it’s entirety!   Websites Referenced in this Podcast:  Eclipse Loupes and Products Healthy Solutions for Dental Professional [...]

Picking up from right where we left off, Dr. Amsel and I continue the discussion of how four handed dentistry can reduce painful dental practice, create a healthy environment for your entire staff, and just make work much more enjoyable. You can find Dr. Amsel at: www.dynamicdentistry.co.uk And, of course, don’t forget to stop by Healthy Solutions for Dental Professionals: www.healthydentistrysolutions.com Next week……LOUPES!   Be Healthy and Practice Safely!