Author: Musickim1022
Date: 2013-10-09 18:03
Please, please, PLEASE! You must go see a doctor soon, especially if the pain is up to your elbow. Believe me, I ignored the first signs of my injury, pushing it my right arm even harder. That is the worst thing you can do to yourself, because pain is your body's way of saying that something is not right. Because of my ignorance, I now have nerve damage and occasional flare-ups of tendinitis to contend with. I have been playing the clarinet for over 8 years, studying music performance and education in college. So, no matter what level you're at, injuries can happen to everyone. What it comes down to is owning up to it, and go see the doctor. No one is going to understand your injuries better than you, and a doctor can't help what you don't tell them. You are NOT weak, you just need to re-adjust some things. And there's nothing wrong with a neck strap, it takes the pressure off your right arm, which can be such a relief. I especially like one person's suggestion for propping. Taking short breaks when practicing can help too, just let everything relax back into place. Just, please, if there is one thing I can ask you to do, just take it slow and listen to your body.
Wishing you all the best, and please feel better.
MK
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