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[Reasons why musicians consult hand surgeons].

G Nourissat1, P Chamagne, C Dumontier

  • 1Service de Chirurgie Orthopédique, Hôpital Saint-Antoine, 184, rue du Faubourg-Saint-Antoine, 75571 Paris Cedex 12.

Revue De Chirurgie Orthopedique Et Reparatrice De L'Appareil Moteur
|November 1, 2003
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Musicians frequently seek orthopedic care for musculoskeletal issues and trauma sequelae, often due to overuse or technique-related problems. Careful management is essential for this sensitive population, with most cases resolved non-surgically.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedics
  • Sports Medicine
  • Music Medicine

Context:

  • Musicians, particularly those playing piano, violin, and guitar, frequently consult orthopedic surgeons.
  • A significant portion of musicians experience musculoskeletal disorders, trauma sequelae, overuse injuries, and technique-related issues.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the reasons musicians seek orthopedic consultations.
  • To analyze patient demographics, musical background, and presenting complaints.
  • To identify predisposing factors and therapeutic outcomes for musicians in orthopedic clinics.

Summary:

  • Retrospective analysis of 227 musicians revealed musculoskeletal disorders and trauma sequelae as primary reasons for consultation.
  • Overuse injuries (18%) and technique-related issues (8.8%) were common, particularly among female musicians.

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  • Most patients were referred by physical therapists, with surgery proposed in only 19% of orthopedic cases.

    • Impact:

    • Highlights the need for specialized orthopedic care tailored to musicians' unique physical demands.
    • Emphasizes the importance of addressing overuse and technique in preventing and managing injuries.
    • Informs multidisciplinary management strategies involving orthopedic surgeons and physical therapists for optimal musician health.