Repetitive Strain Injury and the Musician

Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) is a painful condition caused by repetitive movements. Repetitive movements here is defined as movements that is repeated many times, often through a limited range of motion. It can also be caused by holding static positions for extended periods of time.

RSI usually often develops over time, often without the patient noticing it. It starts with a mild discomfort that won't go away. The pain gradually increases over time, until a certain point which it becomes a nuisance to the patient. The pain associated with RSI is usually not debilitating or crippling, but nagging.

Musicians are a group of people especially susceptible to RSI. Common areas affected include neck and shoulders (eg. violinist), arms, wrists, fingers and lower back (eg. guitarist, pianist).

If you have the above condition, do something ASAP. If not treated, your music career can be affected. There are musicians who have to get surgery from RSI.

Here are some exercises that you can do to relieve this problem. This is a joint mobility exercise program called Intu-Flow®, from Circular Strength Training®. Try it and i guarantee you improvement in your condition.

About Circular Strength Training® (CST)
CST® is a health-first fitness system focusing on injury prevention and pain-free movement. It has helped countless athletes as well as the average person regain pain-free movement. Find out more about CST® at www.rmaxinternational.com.

About the author
Herman Chauw is a local physiotherapist and personal trainer. He is one of only two Circular Strength Training® Instructor in Singapore. He can be contacted at singaporekettlebellclub@gmail.com.