Dental Research Study

Purpose:

Determine the potential dysfunction as a result of the prolonged positioning required in dentistry.

 

Hypothesis:

1. The persistent poor posturing of dentists leads to a breakdown of the vertebral column, thus resulting in spinal dysfunction.

2. A significant difference will be noted between groups, determined by years of practice, for spinal mobility and posture.

3. A significant difference will be noted in individual subjects for spinal mobility.

 

Current Study Update:

28 subjects enrolled and completed during initial testing.

 

Current Study Status:

Holding classification due to present shortage of resources.