Análise ergonômica do trabalho aplicada à odontologia – clínica geral – um estudo de caso

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to analyze the activity of the surgeon­dentist in order to construct a point of view of this profession. For in such way the methodology of the Analysis Work’s Ergonomics ­ AWE was applied, considering a method of ascending treatment that allows understanding as the worker acts and reacts in the work situations. A case for study was chosen for a professional that is close to the profile of the Brazilian surgeon­dentist did by the Inbrape (Brazilian Institute of Social Economics Research). Also had been identified the strategies adopted to make face to the constraints of the activity. This study demonstrated having interrelations between the intra­mouthed actions and the Work­related Musculoskeletal Disorders – WRMD’s, but also evidenced a strong component related to the organization of the work that compromises the productivity and the quality of life of the surgeon­dentist. Finally, the ergonomic recommendations for the case had been made and references was identified that will guide the improvement and/or development of the surgeon­ dentist seat.