Treating Musicians As Athletes: Practical management of Musicians' injuries From Ergonomics to Focal Dystonia Paperback – September 1, 2025

Treating Musicians as Athletes is a innovative guide for therapists, clinicians, and musicians seeking a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to injury prevention and recovery. Drawing powerful parallels between athletes and musicians, this book reframes performance-related injuries through a biomechanical, functional, and holistic lens.Inside, you'll find practical strategies to treat common overuse injuries like tendonitis and carpal tunnel syndrome using low-tech biofeedback, taping methods, manual therapy, and athlete-style conditioning. The book also offers tools for emotional resilience, stress management, nutrition, and self-correction techniques to improve performance and reduce injury risk. Highlights include:Injury prevention and recovery protocols applicable to both musicians and non-musiciansStep-by-step guidance with images and video links for exercises, taping techniques, and splint fabrication.Curated Amazon playlists featuring adaptive tools and exercise devices for individuals and musicians living with arthritis and hypermobilityWhether you're a hand therapist, performing arts specialist, or a musician, this essential resource bridges science and artistry to help individuals return to the stage—or daily life—stronger, healthier, and more empowered. Read more