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[Peripheral nerve entrapment syndrome in musicians]
1Neurologische Klinik, Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg.
Fortschritte Der Neurologie-Psychiatrie
|June 1, 1993
Summary
Musicians experience nerve entrapment syndromes, particularly in their arms, affecting their careers. Prompt diagnosis and treatment, both conservative and surgical, offer favorable outcomes for affected instrumentalists.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Occupational Medicine
- Orthopedics
Context:
- Musicians are susceptible to peripheral nerve entrapment syndromes, despite no inherent predisposition to nerve lesions.
- Instrumentalists experience symptoms that can significantly impact their ability to play, potentially ending their careers.
Purpose:
- To survey and describe common nerve entrapment syndromes affecting musicians.
- To highlight the specific nerve issues prevalent in pianists and violinists.
- To discuss the impact of these conditions on a musician's career and treatment outcomes.
Summary:
- This article reviews nerve entrapment syndromes in instrumentalists, noting no specific susceptibility but high sensitivity to symptoms.
- Commonly affected nerves include those in thoracic outlet syndrome, carpal tunnel syndrome, and ulnar neuropathies.
- Pianists typically experience right arm issues, while violinists are more affected in the left arm.
Impact:
- Understanding these syndromes is crucial for early diagnosis and intervention in musicians.
- Conservative and surgical treatments show promising results, aiding musicians in continuing their careers.
- This review provides valuable insights for healthcare professionals managing playing-related musculoskeletal disorders.