Medical Problems of the Instrumentalist Musician

Raoul Tubiana, Peter C. Amadio

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Informa Healthcare
22 March 2000

Clinical & internal medicine; Occupational medicine; Orthopaedics & fractures

This comprehensive book provides a single source for all those wishing to understand and manage the many different medical problems that may affect all types of instrumentalist musicians: it includes not only injuries, their treatment and preventive strategies, but also the physiology that underlies medical performance, as well as other important factors, such as psychology. Therapeutic solutions are included from physicians, therapists and musicians themselves, providing a holistic approach to the problems the instrumentalist musician faces. With over 300 illustrations

Edited by: Raoul Tubiana, Peter C. Amadio
Imprint: Informa Healthcare
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 246mm, Width: 189mm, Spine: 42mm
Weight: 2.136kg
ISBN: 9781853176128
ISBN 10: 1853176125
Pages: 640
Publication Date: 22 March 2000
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational , Undergraduate , Further / Higher Education
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Functional Anatomy 2. Anatomy of the Hand and Upper Limb 3. Anatomy of the Spine 4. Biomechanics of Performance 5. Command and Control of Hand Function 6. Neurophysiology and Performance 7. Psychology of the Musician 8. Epidemiology and Risk Factors 9. Survey of Orchestras 10. Clinical Approaches 11. Musculoskeletal Occupational Disorders 12. Overuse Syndrome 13. Nerve Compression Syndromes 14. Occupational Cramps / Focal Dystonia 15. Current Controversies on the Origin, Diagnosis and Management of Focal Dystonia 16. Musician's Focal Dystonia 17. Assessment and Rehabilitation of Musician's Focal Dystonia 18. Psychological Approach to Musician's Focal Dystonia 19. Prolonged Rehabilitation for Musician's Focal Dystonia 20. Glenn Gould's Hand 21. Posture 22. The Role of Surgery 23. Special Techniques and Planning Issues in Surgery 24. Post-Operative Hand Rehabilitation 25. Orofacial Problems 26. Vision Problems 27. Stage Fright 28. The Handicapped Musician 29. Prevention 30. Promoting Healthy Keyboard Technique 31. Violin Technique 32. Applied Ergonomics

Raoul Tubiana, Peter C. Amadio

Reviews for Medical Problems of the Instrumentalist Musician

'All physicians who see musicians should consult this book.' -The Lancet 'A landmark ... all concerned with musicians' problems should have ready access [to this book].'- Piano Journal 'One of the true strengths of the book is the abundance of practical points.' - Journal of the American Medical Association 'All physicians who see musicians should consult this book.' - The Lancet ' ... a landmark ... all concerned with musicians' problems should have ready access.' - Piano Journal