A new point of view
- Ergonomic custom-made loupes
- Lightweight, designed to prevent back and neck pain
- 6 magnifications: X3.0, X4.0, X5.0, X6.0, X7.5, X10
Finally, a neutral head position.
Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are the injuries and disorders affecting muscles, nerves, tendons, ligaments, joint cartilage, or spinal disc. They are the most important work-related problems currently reported among dentists.
In standing and sitting positions, the average weight of an adult head is 4.5-5.4kg (9.9-11.9lb). However, when tilted, the load on the neck can reach up to 27kg (59.5lb). This can lead to premature wear and tear of intervertebral discs(1).
Furthermore, working long hours with an unnatural head position exerts extreme pressure on the entire spinal column, which can cause irreparable harm to health over time(1).
In the following diagram, Position 1 depicts the most natural and healthy head position. Conventional loupes do not facilitate working in this position. In practice, the most common position is somewhere between Positions 2 and 3, and might even reach 45 degrees, as shown on Position 4. ergo loupes encourage holding of the head in a neutral position during clinical work. Over time, use of ergo loupes intuitively and subconsciously trains clinicians to maintain correct head positioning and correct posture as depicted in Position 1.
"Great field of vision and also improves my posture!"
Dr. Natalia Riquelme
A change of perspective.
Ergo loupes are TTL (throw-the-lens) loupes that enable a real declination angle up to 80 degrees. Their high angle flexibility and low weight compensate for the head inclination and reduce the load on the cervical spine during long working hours.
Unlike conventional TTL magnifying glasses, ergo loupes help direct the eyes optimally. As illustrated in the diagram, the eye position when using ergo is more native. This increases the comfort of the clinician and reduces eye fatigue when undertaking long, complex surgical procedures.
"Lightweight and flexible; allowing me to work comfortably for long hours without any aches."
Dr. Heidi Browning
Choose your ergo
| Magnification | Working Distance | Field of View | Depth of Field | Weight* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0X | 450mm 500mm 550mm | 110mm 130mm 155mm | 95mm 105mm 115mm | 45gr |
| 4.0X | 450mm 500mm 550mm | 85mm 95mm 105mm | 80mm 90mm 100mm | 45gr |
| 5.0X | 450mm 500mm 550mm | 70mm 78mm 86mm | 70mm 80mm 90mm | 46gr |
| 6.0X | 450mm 500mm 550mm | 50mm 56mm 62mm | 55mm 65mm 75mm | 46gr |
| 7.5X | 450mm 500mm 550mm | 40mm 45mm 50mm | 40mm 50mm 60mm | 48gr |
| 10X | 450mm 500mm 550mm | 30mm 35mm 40mm | 30mm 37mm 45mm | 52gr |
- Other adjustments (such as Visual Prescription / Declination Angle, etc.) can be easily implanted into the ergo. loupes.
- All of our loupes are manufactured and hand-assembled in our state-of-the-art laboratory.
- Weight*: Starting from 45gr up to 55gr. Depends on which type of frame you choose. (Total Weight is including the loupes and frame.)
