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Over 80% of professional orchestra musicians will experience serious pain and musculoskeletal injuries over the course of their careers. As a result, up to 10% of all musicians will leave the profession due to their injuries, while others continue to play through pain until they are physically unable to perform. At present, there are no systems or strategies at the university or professional level to prevent these injuries from occurring or to support rehabilitating musicians. While the majority of these conditions are preventable or resolve easily if caught early, most musicians avoid medical treatment due to low health awareness, financial constraints, or cultural stigma. This document explores the causes and consequences of their most prevalent injuries of orchestral string musicians in conjunction with prevention and treatment strategies. It is divided into two sections: the psychosocial and cultural aspects of injury and a physical diagnostic and rehabilitation guide. Chapters I and II explore the history, culture, and economic consequences of injury, while Chapters III and IV provide diagnostic and testing information, sample rehabilitation timelines and strategies, and exercises to increase stamina and improve performance outcomes. This resource seeks to improve health awareness among string musicians and teachers and provide them with the tools to identify, prevent, and treat their injuries.

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