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Continuing Education Seminars
Bethany Valachi, MS, PT, CEAS is a member of the National Speaker's Association. She has been invited to lecture at over 100 dental meetings, schools, associations and study clubs internationally, including:
• Hinman Dental Meeting
• Chicago Midwinter Meeting
• Toronto Winter Clinic
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• ADHA Annual Session
• Yankee Dental Congress
• Pacific NW Dental Conference | |
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These dynamic seminars include, but go far beyond dental ergonomics. A fusion of biomechanics, physiology, physical therapy and dental ergonomics, these one-of-a-kind courses are as scientific as they are fun and immediately applicable. Essential seminars for all team members concerned with their musculoskeletal health and career longevity.
• All Programs are PACE Approved through the Academy of General Dentistry
• Sponsorship is available for many seminars.
• All seminars are available as either half or full day seminars. | |
Upcoming
Seminars
"If you wish to hire a speaker
who makes the meeting
planner look good,
this is the one.” Linda Miles, CEO
LL Miles & Associates
Virginia Beach, VA |  |
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"Neck, Back & Beyond: Preventing Pain for Peak Productivity"
Our most popular seminar for the entire dental team,
This dynamic presentation includes the following highlights:
• How certain operatory layouts and delivery systems can contribute to pain syndromes
• How to prevent the unique muscle imbalances to which dental professionals are prone
• Reduce back and neck pain through properly adjusted magnification and seating systems
• Learn proper body mechanics in the operatory to reduce joint and muscle strain.
• Learn how weak postural muscles of the trunk and shoulders contribute to pain syndromes
• Incorporate special positioning strategies for short & tall operators
• How to position and seat assistants correctly in the operatory to prevent low back pain
• Discover how symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome can actually be of a different origin
• Attain balanced musculoskeletal health with a home exercise program
Please click here for a detailed course description.
“Hygiene Shouldn’t Be a Pain in the Neck”
This specialized course for hygienists and periodontists focuses primarily on risk factors and prevention strategies for MSDs of the neck, shoulder and wrist.
Highlights include:
• Anatomy, symptoms and mechanisms of injury for the neck and shoulder, including Tension Neck syndrome, Trapezius Myalgia, Rotator Cuff Impingement and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
• Ergonomic implications of instruments, gloves and handpieces
• Use and adjustment of magnification systems
• Specific chairside stretches for hygienists/periodontists
• Specific upper back/shoulder girdle strengthening exercises
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“Fighting Plaque with a Healthy Back”
This presentation for dental assistants focuses on the unique positioning challenges faced by the assistant.
Highlights include:
• Anatomy, symptoms and mechanisms of injury for the low back, neck and shoulder, including Low Back Strain, Herniated Spinal Discs, Spinal Facet Impingement, Piriformis Syndrome and Tension Neck Syndrome
• Positioning of the assistant in relation to the dentist and patient
• Adjustment and important features of the assisting chair
• Ergonomic design and management of instruments, handpieces and hoses
• Postural awareness strategies
• Specific strengthening exercises for assistants
“Preparing for the Pain-free Practice”
Developed specifically for dental students, this presentation emphasizes the importance of implementing prevention strategies early in the career.
Highlights include:
• Anatomy, symptoms and mechanisms of injury for the back, neck and shoulder
• Positioning and postural awareness strategies
• Important ergonomic features of seating systems and instruments
• Optimal adjustment of operator chair
• Strengthening program for dental students/dentists |
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What people are saying:
"Your course has saved and extended my dental career. Rather than undergo surgery, I decided to take your seminar. Your advice has been golden. Thank you."
Dr. J. Page Barton, DDS
Lansing, Kansas
"I wish I had learned these techniques 30 years ago. This information should be taught in all the dental schools."
Dr. Robert Micham, DMD
Spokane, WA
"In 25 years of hygiene practice, this is the most practical useful course I’ve ever taken."
Christine Jo Ernest, RDH
Baltimore, MD
"I wish I had this course 20 years ago. One of the most important courses I’ve ever attended."
Dr. Janet Grobe, DDS
Houston, TX
"One of the most useful courses I’ve been to in 25 years."
Linda Huber, RDH
Tulsa, OK
"One of the top 10 speakers I’ve heard."
Debra Bodine,
Kansas City, MO
"Excellent lecture! Our speaker was full of information to help in and out of the operatory and presented it in a fun and interesting way."
Brenda Dixon, RDH
Edmonds, WA |
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