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New Scientist has a recent article on recovery through sensory retraining.
The Lancet also has an article on a new therapy being developed.
The Guardian has an article on Dr. Nancy Byl's sensory retraining research.
The Focal Dystonia in Musicians has several case reports.
Read Jonas Sen's thesis on the subject.
Visit the Musicians and Injuries site.
David Leisner, classical guitarist, overcomes focal dystonia.
Performing Arts Medicine Association(PAMA).
Canadian Network for Health in the Arts.
Performing Arts Medicine at Ithaca College.
International Arts Medicine Association(IAMA).
MMB Music, Inc.:The Musician's Survival Manual.
The American Federation of Musicians(AFM).
Please read my own personal account or e-mail me at beckner@tadmusic.com
Read Dr. Pascarelli's book, "Repetitive Strain Injury:A Computer User's Guide." Order now from Amazon.com. Coming from a medical perspective, it explains two dozen types of RSI and related conditions and their treatment. My injury, focal dystonia, was diagnosed by Dr. Pascarelli, a noted authority on the subject.
Another excellent book is "The Art of Practicing" by Madeline Bruser, also available from Amazon.com. It presents a healthy approach to making music which can help to relieve physical and mental tension.
The Musician's Survival Manual: A Guide To Preventing and Treating Injuries in Instrumentalists by Richard Norris, M.D., available from Amazon.com, covers the cause and treatment for a number of RSI.
Repetitive Strain Injuries:Alternative Treatments and Prevention by Timothy Jameson, D.C. describes fifteen forms of RSI and covers non-medical treatment options such as chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapy and t'ai chi.
You Are Your Instrument: The Definitive Musician's Guide to Practice and Performance by Julie Lyonn Lieberman contains suggestions on topics such as exercise, yoga and chiropractic to benefit the physical side of musical performance.
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