Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Ergonomics Among Dental Students in a College in North Bengaluru.

Priya G; Shamala A; Murali R; Mansi Y; Suchetha GM; Anagha R

Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice of Ergonomics Among Dental Students in a College in North Bengaluru.

Author(s)	Dr. Priya G, Dr. Shamala A, Dr. Murali R, Dr. Mansi Y, Dr. Suchetha GM, Dr. Anagha R
Country	India
Abstract	Background: Ergonomics plays an important role in dentistry by reducing physical and cognitive strain, preventing work-related musculoskeletal disorders, and improving clinical efficiency. Dental students are exposed to prolonged static postures, repetitive movements, and awkward working positions during clinical training. Early identification of gaps in ergonomic knowledge and practice is therefore essential for preventing occupational health problems. Aim: To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice of ergonomics among undergraduate and postgraduate dental students. Materials and Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was conducted among 300 dental students at Krishnadevaraya College of Dental Sciences, Bengaluru. The study included 150 undergraduate and 150 postgraduate students involved in clinical practice. Participants were selected using convenience sampling. Data were collected using a previously validated 27-item questionnaire consisting of 16 knowledge, 5 attitude, and 6 practice questions. The questionnaire was administered through Google Forms. Descriptive and inferential statistics were performed using SPSS Statistics version 26.0, with statistical significance set at p<0.05. Results: Among the 300 participants, 65% were female and 35% were male. Postgraduate students demonstrated significantly better knowledge than undergraduate students across several ergonomic aspects, including the meaning of ergonomics, occupational health hazards, ergonomic benefits, appropriate sitting posture, body positioning, and treatment-room ergonomics (p<0.001 for most parameters). Both undergraduate and postgraduate students demonstrated a generally positive attitude towards ergonomics and supported its inclusion in the dental curriculum. Postgraduate students also showed better compliance with several recommended ergonomic practices, including proper leg positioning, posture, and light orientation. However, inconsistencies in ergonomic practices were observed in both groups, demonstrating a gap between knowledge and practical implementation. Conclusion: The study identified important gaps in ergonomic knowledge and practices among dental students despite generally positive attitudes. Postgraduate students demonstrated better awareness and implementation than undergraduate students. Incorporation of structured ergonomic education, practical demonstrations, posture-correction training, and periodic workshops into dental education may promote healthier and safer clinical practices.
Keywords	Ergonomics, Dental students, Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, Musculoskeletal disorders, Dental education, Posture.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 8, Issue 4, July-August 2026
Published On	2026-08-26

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