If you’re dealing with hand, wrist, or even elbow pain after a long day in the operatory, there’s a good chance pinch and grip force are playing a bigger role than you think. As dental clinicians, we’re constantly holding something—mirrors, scalers, suction, polishers—and over time, even small amounts of excessive force add up. The result? Fatigue, inflammation, and eventually injury if we don’t make changes. The good news: small adjustments can make a huge difference. Before