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In the January 2021 edition of Costco Connection, there is a short article on how to prevent and recover from bad work habits. We are reminded to commit to healthy work habits such as sitting tall and getting up every hour to move that body. We must begin to listen to our bodies. Researchers have used a number of methods to measure these musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) or imbalances, yet these are really just subjective. Gravity is the one force that affects all existence and behavior on earth. Defining and maintaining a steady center of gravity is therefore important and the most significant natural step in accomplishing any given task. Each individual has their own unique center of gravity. We can collaborate with other people and disciplines in order to achieve a better understanding of what needs to happen to avoid an MSD, but ultimately it is our individual responsibility to learn to treat our body with kindness.

From the vantage point of the twenty‐first century we can see a continuous pattern of musculoskeletal strain and awkward postures among dental providers and their auxiliaries. A combination of unsupported postures, excessive movements, and repetitive motions explains the evolution of MSDs in the practice of dentistry. Sitting down has not been the golden panacea that it was once thought to be. The human spine and its musculature constitute a living structure that benefits from movement. Our spinal disks must have motion in order to be nourished. Any attempt to constrain the spine will be met with failure and pain. Low back pain is one of the leading MSDs for dental practitioners. This is directly related to too much sitting.