An observational study in Musculoskeletal Diseases and Work-related Injury, sponsored by Abant Izzet Baysal University. Recruiting at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Open to participants aged 25 Years to 60 Years. Per ClinicalTrials.gov, last updated 2026-04-01.
Sponsored by Abant Izzet Baysal University · Observational
This study aimed to assess the prevalence of MSDs and the level of ergonomics knowledge among dentists who are specializing in different branches or have completed specialist training.
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as disorders of the muscles, tendons, peripheral nerves, or vascular systems that are not directly caused by an acute or sudden event. Painful disorders of the musculoskeletal system resulting from movements in work activities are referred to as work-related musculoskeletal disorders (WMSDs) and are often associated with a lack of recovery time and strenuous repetition. Implementing the strict rules and precautions outlined in ergonomic guidelines is essential to prevent the onset of MSDs.
MSDs are one of the most common occupational disorders among dentists. The dental profession can be physically and mentally demanding due to the numerous therapeutic procedures and the need for concentration during treatment sessions.
Therefore, this study aimed to assess the prevalence of MSDs and the level of ergonomics knowledge among dentists who are specializing in different branches or have completed specialist training. The null hypothesis was established as there is no difference in the prevalence of SSB and ergonomics knowledge level among dentists specializing in different branches.
657 studies on the registry are indexed under Musculoskeletal Diseases; 159 are open to participants now.
This study's planned enrollment of 90 is below the median of 126 across 201 observational studies indexed under Musculoskeletal Diseases.
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Postgraduate Dentistry Students and Specialist Dentists will be recruited.
Exclusion Criteria
Postgraduate Dentistry Students and Specialist Dentists will be recruited.
Other: 16 / 5.000 survey application
Participants will be administered a self-administered questionnaire containing basic demographic information, questions on job profile and lifestyle practices, as well as the Standardized Nordic Questionnaire (SNA).
Standardized Nordic Questionnaire
The Standardized Nordic Musculoskeletal Questionnaire is a self-administered tool that investigates musculoskeletal symptoms (pain, discomfort, numbness) in nine anatomical regions over three time periods: the past 12 months, the past 7 days, and the day of the survey. A body chart illustrating these regions - neck, shoulders, upper back, lower back, elbows, wrists/hands, hips/thighs, knees, and ankles/feet - is used, and responses are recorded as yes or no.
Time frame: Baseline
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