Ergonomics & Therapeutic Yoga for Pain Relief

2.0 Hrs CE credit
January 07, 2023 9:00am - 11:00am PST

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About this event
Ergonomics & Therapeutic Yoga for Pain Relief

With Caitlin Parsons, RDH

Course Description:

A 120-minute class and experiential practice for dental professionals. In this class, you'll learn the importance of prioritizing your health and tools to relieve pain and work-related injuries and master ergonomics. This class includes a 30-minute chair yoga therapy class.

Course objectives:

  • Identify musculoskeletal disorders prevalent among dental professionals
  • Identify exercises, proven yoga practices, and ergonomic improvements
  • Review patient and operator positioning for improve ergonomics and reduce pain
  • Assess ergonomic equipment to achieve and maintain better ergonomics and less strain
  • About the presenter:

    Caitlin Parsons is a Registered Dental Hygienist of 12 years, a Certified Yoga Therapist, and an Ergonomic Coach for dental professionals. Caitlin helps dental professionals prevent, reduce and overcome workplace pain, manage stress, and optimize their health so they can thrive both in and out of the op. Caitlin is passionate about helping the dental community optimize their health to provide better patient care and become better clinicians through her in-person & online programs, and podcast, The Aligned Hygienist.

    Instructor: Caitlin Parsons, RDH

    # of CE: 2

    Location: Virtual

    AGD subject code : 149

    About this event
    Ergonomics & Therapeutic Yoga for Pain Relief

    With Caitlin Parsons, RDH

    Course Description:

    A 120-minute class and experiential practice for dental professionals. In this class, you'll learn the importance of prioritizing your health and tools to relieve pain and work-related injuries and master ergonomics. This class includes a 30-minute chair yoga therapy class.

    Course objectives:

  • Identify musculoskeletal disorders prevalent among dental professionals
  • Identify exercises, proven yoga practices, and ergonomic improvements
  • Review patient and operator positioning for improve ergonomics and reduce pain
  • Assess ergonomic equipment to achieve and maintain better ergonomics and less strain
  • About the presenter:

    Caitlin Parsons is a Registered Dental Hygienist of 12 years, a Certified Yoga Therapist, and an Ergonomic Coach for dental professionals. Caitlin helps dental professionals prevent, reduce and overcome workplace pain, manage stress, and optimize their health so they can thrive both in and out of the op. Caitlin is passionate about helping the dental community optimize their health to provide better patient care and become better clinicians through her in-person & online programs, and podcast, The Aligned Hygienist.

    Instructor: Caitlin Parsons, RDH

    # of CE: 2

    Location: Virtual

    AGD subject code : 149

    Registration for this event is now closed

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