Medical problems of performing artists
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Med Probl Perform Art · Dec 2016
Observational StudyPrevalence and Associated Factors for Musculoskeletal Pain and Disability Among Spanish Music Conservatory Students.
To assess the prevalence of and factors associated with musculoskeletal pain (MSP) and neck and upper limb disability among music conservatory students. ⋯ MSP is highly prevalent in music students. Neck and upper limb disability were slight to moderate and both were associated with poorer mental health. The main factors associated with MSP were being female, hours spent practicing, and physical activity. Physical and psychological factors should be taken into account in the prevention of MSP in student-musicians.