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→Guidelines to Avoid and Recover from Injuries
* The best thing for an injury is rest - don't mask the pain with medication and make the injury worse.
* Always use good form when lifting and carrying heavy equipment, avoiding rounding the lower back and over-exerting smaller muscle groups.
* Exercise to strengthen your muscles, both in terms of weight-lifting and practicing technique exercises.
* Take regular breaks from playing.
* Keep good posture when sitting and standing.
* Don't over-strain the wrists and hands - use only as much force as is needed. Feeling like you need to tighten up is a sign you are trying to play beyond your ability.
* See a doctor if pain is extreme and persists several days. Do not continue playing guitar if it is painful.
== Repetitive Stress Disorder (RSD) or Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) ==