Guitar forearm pain

1. Can playing guitar cause forearm pain?
2. Why does my forearm hurt after playing guitar?
3. What does guitar tendonitis feel like?
4. How do you relieve forearm pain?

Can playing guitar cause forearm pain?

The guitar is an addictive instrument, and guitar players do get obsessed with perfecting the way that they play their songs. Excessive practice can result in wrist pain, joint pain, forearm pain, elbow pain, and posture problems, along with many other issues.

Why does my forearm hurt after playing guitar?

If your hand position is tight, your forearm muscles are likely to tighten up too. This is a problem for both hands: too much grip in the fretting hand, or too much tightness in the strumming wrist and arm.

What does guitar tendonitis feel like?

Tendonitis. Arguably the most common of the guitar related injuries, tendonitis refers to the inflammation of tendons – with guitarists often suffering in their wrists. Most of them describe the feeling as a 'dull ache', as tendonitis causes muscle tightness, connective tissue constriction and pain.

How do you relieve forearm pain?

Icing the affected area with a cloth-covered ice pack for 10 to 15 minutes at a time may also help to reduce swelling. Taking an over-the-counter pain-relieving medication, such as ibuprofen (Advil) or acetaminophen (Tylenol), can help to reduce swelling and discomfort.