Medical Problems of the Instrumentalist Musician

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

Biography

Raoul Tubiana, Peter C. Amadio

'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