Overuse injuries are common among musicians but often go undiscussed. A new approach wants to change that.
because of improper form or bad posture. Wolff said it’s also a big problem among amateurs, especially those who are self-taught.
While similar in some ways, musicians’ and athletes’ bodies do differ in one key aspect of their performance. “Unlike athletes, musicians have to play without tension,” Wolff said. “With professional musicians who are using their body optimally, you can see how light they look. It seems effortless, and that’s what you want to see.”
“If you say you have pain, it could mean to some that you have a weakness,” Fujita said. ”It’s almost as if you’re saying you’re not as great a musician.” As she does for all of her patients, Wolff created a customized “return to play” plan for Duncan, using the data she captured through her motion analysis studies.
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