Health & Wellness Resources for the Musician
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Health & Wellness Resources for the Musician
The Molloy music department encourages all students involved in music performance to stay apprised of resources related to musicians' health and safety. Intense practice, rehearsal, and performance schedules can lead to serious injuries; therefore, it is vital that students take preventive measures to avoid such problems. Please visit the sites linked below for more information on injury prevention and musicians' health.
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Protecting Your Hearing
Protecting Your Hearing Everyday, NASM Student Guide
Occupational Noise Exposure, Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Hearing Loss and Decibel Levels, New Orleans Musicians' Clinic
Decibel Loudness Comparison Chart, Galen Carol Audio
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Musculoskeletal Health and Injury
Repetitive Strain Injury, by Tamara Mitchell
"Five Tasks of Constructive Rest" by Barbara Conable/College of Music/University of Colorado Boulder
- Neuromusculoskeletal and Vocal Health
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Psychological Health
Inner Game of Music, by Barry Green and Timothy Gallwey