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Upper extremity disorders in performing artists

L M Rozmaryn

    Maryland Medical Journal (Baltimore, Md. : 1985)
    |March 1, 1993
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    Musicians frequently experience musculoskeletal issues impacting performance due to intensive practice. This study reviews causes, treatments, and surgical options for these common overuse injuries and nerve entrapments.

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    Area of Science:

    • Medical Science
    • Music Performance Studies
    • Occupational Health

    Background:

    • A significant number of instrumental musicians report musculoskeletal problems.
    • Intensive daily use and strenuous practice schedules contribute to these issues.
    • Musculoskeletal problems severely affect musical performance and quality of life.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To discuss predisposing factors and treatments for overuse syndromes, tendinitis, and tendon trauma in musicians.
    • To explore nerve entrapment issues, including evaluation, treatment, and surgical interventions.
    • To summarize techniques for analyzing the challenges faced by instrumentalists.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review of studies on musician's health.
    • Analysis of predisposing factors for overuse syndromes and nerve entrapments.
    • Summary of diagnostic and treatment methodologies.

    Main Results:

    • Overuse syndromes, tendinitis, and tendon trauma are prevalent among instrumentalists.
    • Nerve entrapment is a significant concern requiring specific evaluation and treatment.
    • Various techniques exist for studying and addressing these occupational health issues.

    Conclusions:

    • Musculoskeletal problems are a major occupational hazard for instrumental musicians.
    • Comprehensive understanding and management strategies are crucial for musician's health.
    • Further research into prevention and treatment is warranted.

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