Teong Ling Xin

Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). Ministry of Health, Malaysia

Publications

  • Research   
    Musculoskeletal Disorders Among Dental Students
    Author(s): Noor Sam Ahmad*, Asma Alhusna Abang Abdullah, Ooi Kee Thyng and Teong Ling Xin

    Introduction: Dentistry is a profession that requires prolonged repetitive movement, sustained various body posture and stress that can contribute significantly to the development of musculoskeletal discrepancy (MSD), psychological stress and fatigue. MSD can occur in any part of the body, ranging from postural muscle, upper extremities and the lower extremities. If left untreated, MSD can cause severe degenerative and inflammatory disorders. The aim of this study is to determine the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSD) among dental students. Methods: This was a descriptive cross-sectional survey involving a convenient sample of 244 undergraduate and postgraduate dental students in UKM. A previously validated self-reporting questionnaire measuring MSD prevalence, derived from the Standardized Nordic Questionnaire, was distributed to.. Read More»

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