Re: Drumming and Arthritis
Have you checked with your doctor about carpal tunnel syndrome or some other repetitive stress injury?
Let's face it, Chris, drumming is a repetitive procedure; my long-time drum teacher (and long-time buddy) had to undergo surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome on both his hands; he's in his late 60s and has played drums since he was a teenager in the late 50s.
Stretching is an excellent idea, and, if you can tolerate it, aspirin works well, too.
Let us know what you've discovered--and welcome to DrumChat!
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