Hi,

I don't play a Guitarron and have never held one...how
heavy are they? Have you tried adjusting where it is
held? Maybe if you could play it higher-up, it would
be better on your back? I also know there are straps
made that can help distribute the weight of the
instrument more evenly. I'll search the internet and
let you know what I find. Regular massage and
exercise (working out with weights and/or machines
that strengthen the lower back) can be beneficial as
well. Or maybe wear one of those belts that support
your back? (like people wear when they do a lot of
heavy lifting)
I hope I helped at least a little bit. I'll let you
know about the straps...

-Erik


--- guitarronera <no_reply@yahoogroups.com> wrote:
> Hi everyone,
>
> I am kind of taking a survey of all the
> guitarroneros out there to
> see how many of you suffer from back and neck pain
> because of
> playing. A few of my fellow players having been
> having the same
> problems as me, so I wanted to see how more of you
> are out there. I
> have been going to a chiropractor for my neck and
> lower back for over
> six months now. It has helped tremendously, but the
> instrument still
> helps to cause strain and soreness when I play.
> Have any of you
> tried any new ideas or tricks to help alleviate
> these problems? What
> have you tried and have they worked? Let me know if
> any of you have
> found ways to help with these problems. I am not
> about to stop
> playing, but I don't want to continue injuring
> myself in the
> process. Any help you could give me would be great.
> Thanks.
>
> Diane
> La Guera Guitarronera
>
>


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