Klarinet Archive - Posting 000329.txt from 1998/10

From: "Martin Marks" <RxReed@-----.com>
Subj: Re: [kl] Carpel Tunnel Syndrom
Date: Wed, 7 Oct 1998 23:50:12 -0400

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From: Michal Balass <mibst21+@-----.edu>
Date: Wednesday, October 07, 1998 7:01 PM
Subject: [kl] Carpel Tunnel Syndrom

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>I have been diagnosed with carpel tunnel about 10 months ago. I found it
>hard to play at times, but it really has not affected my playing until
>recently. Now, when I practice, I notice I can play only for about 10 -15
>minutes before my hand gets tired and numb. It has affected my playing
>greatly because I do not get as much playing time in an hour or so that I
>should. Does anyone have any ideas about what I should do? Btw, going to
>a doctor did not help, he just recommend that I should stop playing, and I
>do not see that as a option.
>
>Does anyone have other ideas??
>
>thanks
>
>Michal
>Have you tried using an elastic neck strap. I have one made by
BG. It is available from Muncy Winds or The Woodwind and the Brasswind. It
attaches to the thrumb rest and really takes the weight off that right
thumb.

Marty Marks
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