Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dental Professionals in Khed – A Cross- Sectional Study

Authors

  • Dr. Mugdha Khond Lecturer, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Yogita Dental College & Hospital, Khed, Ratnagiri.
  • Dr. Supriya Vyavahare Head & Reader, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Yogita Dental College & Hospital, Khed, Ratnagiri.
  • Dr. Varsha Jadhav Dean, Yogita Dental College & Hospital, Khed, Ratnagiri.
  • Jaseeba Mhaskar Intern, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Yogita Dental College & Hospital, Khed, Ratnagiri.
  • Tazmin Mhaskar Intern, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Yogita Dental College & Hospital, Khed, Ratnagiri.
  • Harshala Mhatre Intern, Department of Public Health Dentistry, Yogita Dental College & Hospital, Khed, Ratnagiri.

Keywords:

Musculoskeletal disorders, Prevalence, Dental Professionals, Khed.

Abstract

Introduction: Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) are generally disorders of muscles, tendons, peripheral nerve or vascular system not directly resulting from an acute or instantaneous event. The aim of this study is to find out the overall prevalence of Musculoskeletal disorders in dentists in Khed.

Materials & Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 101 dental professionals of Age group 23-70 years. The data was collected using self reported questionnaires comprising demographic details, work profile of dental professionals and questions regarding Musculoskeletal symptoms and awareness, prevention related to it. The questionnaire taken were further used for statistical analysis. The statistical data revealed possible prevalence of MSDs in dental professionals.

Result: The present study included 101 dental professionals comprising Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) practitioners. Comparative analysis was performed between the two groups as BDS and MDS professionals.

Conclusion: The prevalence of MSDs was found to begin early in professional practice and affects both undergraduate and postgraduate clinicians in almost equal proportions.

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Published

2026-04-13

How to Cite

Dr. Mugdha Khond, Dr. Supriya Vyavahare, Dr. Varsha Jadhav, Jaseeba Mhaskar, Tazmin Mhaskar, & Harshala Mhatre. (2026). Prevalence of Musculoskeletal Disorders in Dental Professionals in Khed – A Cross- Sectional Study . International Journal of Pharmacy Research & Technology (IJPRT), 16(1), 1567–1572. Retrieved from https://www.ijprt.org/index.php/pub/article/view/1740

Issue

Vol. 16 No. 1 (2026)

Section

Research Article

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