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Primary Author:	Lahme, A.
Journal Title:	Das Orchester: Zeitschrift für Orchesterkultur und Rundfunk-Chorwesen
Date Published:	Feb-04
Language:	German
Category:	Overuse Syndrome and Musculoskeletal Injuries
Key Words:	stress muscle professional musician instrument medical
Full Citation:	Lahme, Albrecht. Überlastungsbeschwerden bei Berufsmusikern. [Strain Injuries in Professional Musicians.] Das Orchester: Zeitschrift für Orchesterkultur und Rundfunk-Chorwesen (Germany) 52, no.2 (February 2004): 27.
Full Abstract:	Occupational injuries common to professional musicians are categorized by instrument type (strings, brass, winds, piano, and percussion) and suggestions for correct posture and practice methods are provided. Other medical problems that may affect professional musicians, such as weakness of connective tissue, poor ergonomics, scoliosis, and irregular working hours, are also discussed. A brief overview of diagnostic methods and therapies is included.

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