Back pain is just one example. Photo credit: Shutterstock
All musicians are invited to complete the survey regardless of whether or not they currently have any playing related pain.
The results of this survey will be anonymous and used to raise awareness of injury rates to help with considerations and re-evaluation of the current injury prevention plans implemented in Scotland. The research will also be shared for educational purposes.
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More about Maria
MarÃa J López, is a Physiotherapist and has completed a Bachelor in Music (Hons), flute performance. Combining both passions she specialises in musician’s related injuries.
In addition to her role as a Physiotherapist in Life Fit Wellness, she also runs a clinic in the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland where she has the opportunity to guide musicians through their rehabilitation process and preventing injuries.
More about BAPAM
The British Association for Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM) is a healthcare charity giving medical advice to people working and studying in the performing arts. BAPAM help you overcome (and preferably avoid) work-related health problems, and are dedicated to sharing knowledge about healthy practice.
Free clinics
BAPAM’s expert clinicians understand the demands of a performing arts career and give free medical advice about problems including playing-related injuries and pain, tension, hypermobility, voice problems, performance anxiety and stress.
BAPAM clinicians are from a range of backgrounds including general practice, physiotherapy, osteopathy, rheumatology, and orthopaedics. Find out more about free BAPAM clinics on their website.