Table 2 Work characteristics of dental assistants, (n = 119)
From: Musculoskeletal disorders among dental assistants: a cross-sectional study
Work characteristic | n (%) |
|---|---|
Years of experience (years) | Â |
 0.5-5 years | 38 (31.9%) |
 5–10 years | 26 (21.8%) |
 10–15 years | 46 (38.7%) |
 15–20 years | 6 (5%) |
 Over 20 years | 3 (2.5%) |
Work hours per week | Â |
 Under 35 h | 6 (5%) |
 35–40 h | 25 (21%) |
 40–45 h | 42 (35.3%) |
 Over 45 h | 46 (38.7%) |
Work-related physical demands | Â |
 Under 30% | 3 (2.5%) |
 30–50% | 38 (31.9%) |
 50–75% | 46 (38.7%) |
 Over 75% | 30 (25.2%) |
 100% | 2 (1.7%) |