An evening lecture on “Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders among Dentists” was held on October 7th at 7:00 pm at The LaLiT, located at Rajiv Gandhi IT Park, Chandigarh,  in collaboration with IDA Chandigarh State Branch, ICD North Zone Section VI, and Sensodyne . The event was delivered by Prof. Mandeep Dhillon (Ex HOD Orthopeadics PGIMER CHANDIGARH) from Fortis Mohali, a renowned expert in orthopedics, musculoskeletal health.and sports medicine .

The lecture was attended by approximately 60 dental professionals, including practitioners, specialists, and academicians. The attendees engaged actively throughout the session, highlighting the importance of musculoskeletal health in dentistry, where long hours and improper posture can often lead to chronic issues.ICD fellows Dr. R.P Gupta,Dr. Ashish Gupta ,Dr. Arpit Gupta ,Dr .Gurvanit Lehl, Dr. Gurvinder S Dhamija,Dr. Mukesh  Dhameja, Dr. Varun Bajaj, Dr. Gunjan Pruthi were present.

Key Highlights: Prof. Dhillon began the lecture by discussing the prevalence of musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) among dentists, which are often caused by repetitive motions, poor ergonomic setups, and prolonged periods in static positions. He emphasized the need for awareness and early intervention to prevent the onset of these conditions.

Key preventive strategies shared during the session included:

* Proper ergonomic practices in the dental clinic setup.

* Importance of regular physical exercises and stretches targeted at strengthening muscles and improving flexibility.

* Techniques to ensure proper posture during patient treatments.

Conclusion: The lecture was highly appreciated by the attendees for its practical relevance and Prof. Dhillon’s expertise in the field. The session successfully raised awareness about the impact of musculoskeletal disorders on dentists and provided actionable strategies for their prevention. The event was a successful collaboration between dental professionals and organizations focused on improving the well-being of the dental community.  Prof Ashima Goel  was awarded  with lifetime achievement award            presented to her by Dr. R.P GUPTA ( Past president  IDA CHANDIGARH) and Dr.Gurvanit Lehl (Past president IDA Chandigarh).

Dr Guatam Munjal and Dr. Avninder Kaur were also awarded. The event concluded with vote of thanks.