Klarinet Archive - Posting 000492.txt from 1997/07

From: TaeAnne@-----.com
Subj: Re: aching hands/ lettering
Date: Wed, 16 Jul 1997 13:57:06 -0400

In addition to the neck strap, clarinetists need to watch out for Carpal
Tunnel Syndrome and right thumb joint strain from the weight of the clarinet.
I am currently in physical therapy for carpal, and the therapist has made me
a marvelous splint for my right thumb (which starts just above the thumb
joint so it doesn't interfere with the thumb rest. This coupled with the
neck strap is enabling me to continue practicing while I heal. I will
probably never give up the splint or the neck strap, both are outstanding.