Table 1: Signs and symptoms of musculoskeletal disorders. Adapted from Graham C - Ergonomics in Dentistry, Part 1 [1].
Signs of MSDs: |
· Decreased range of motion · Loss of normal sensation · Decreased grip strength · Loss of normal movement · Loss of coordination |
Symptoms of MSDs: |
· Excessive fatigue in the shoulders and neck · Tingling, burning, or other pain in arms · Weak grip, cramping of hands · Numbness in fingers and hands · Clumsiness and dropping of objects · Hypersensitivity in hands and fingers |