Topmusicanswers
- Why do my hands hurt while playing the piano?
- Why do my fingers feel stiff when I play piano?
- How do you relax your hands when playing piano?
- What happens to your hands when you play piano?
Why do my hands hurt while playing the piano?
Developing carpal tunnel syndrome is a serious problem for piano players. The weakness, numbness, and tingling in the hands caused by carpal tunnel syndrome – not to mention the pain! – can severely limit time spent making music on the piano.
Why do my fingers feel stiff when I play piano?
Usually, a stiff 5 finger is due to two things: 1) Tension… 2) Habit! The first cause can be rectified through some relaxation exercizes as well as making sure your piano student is the correct height and distance from the keys.
How do you relax your hands when playing piano?
To get the correct relaxed hand shape for playing the piano, let your arm hang loose at your side. Your fingers will naturally curve into a rounded shape. Now, without changing the relaxed shape of your hand, set your fingertips on the piano keyboard.
What happens to your hands when you play piano?
Bad piano technique can cause health problems such as hand and wrist pain, numbness and weakness in fingers and arms, poor blood circulation, cold hands, and sore shoulders and/or neck. ... Playing the piano in a smart way can keep your body healthy and able to play for decades.
