Evil Undead Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 I keep getting an achy pain in my left wrist when I play bass, which is bothering me a bit. I think my technique is ok (watched countless YouTube videos on technique and don't seem to be doing anything wrong) I'm wondering if the neck on my bass could be causing the problem? It's a Warwick corvette $$ - has the jazz nut width but a pretty fat profile. Or do I just need to practice more and build up some strength in my wrist? Quote
Gareth Hughes Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 Could be anything from wrong height for you, not warming up/down enough to your bass neck causing it. I need nice thin necks from back to front or else my left hand hates me within minutes. And lowering you're strap in order to get the bass neck pointing up can sometimes be better than raising your bass to relieve pressure on your left wrist. Quote
Doddy Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 It's difficult to say without seeing a picture or video,but it could be the angle of your wrist that is causing you problems (depending on your positioning of the instrument)or you may be trying to grip the neck harder than is necessary. You really shouldn't need to build up strength in your wrist. Quote
oggiesnr Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 Which part(s) of the wrist are hurting? It could indicate a deeper problem. The general advice would be play bass in moderation and don't play through the pain barrier (pain is nature's way of telling you you've a problem). In my case I'm recovering from a broken wrist which coupled with my job is likely to lead to long term problems. My rule of thumb on painkillers is I only take them after I've finished playing and not to take them to continue playing. Steve Quote
Silvia Bluejay Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 I agree with the previous posts - experiment with the height and position of the bass, try playing while sitting down, to see if it makes any difference, and make sure you haven't got Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (which is what happened to me a few months ago). The latter may not have been caused by your bass playing, but you might be feeling the pain the most when you play bass. Quote
leftyhook Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 I dropped my strap by about 2 inches on my Warwick Corvette last night and was experiencing wrist problems. Long neck, not long arms plus bass height can cause difficult angles to the wrist. Quote
sunsse Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 (edited) Start doing wrist exercises, it will ease the pain. I have the issue myself in periods where I play alot, but after a trip to a [i]Chiropractic I had him show me some good exercises to do regularly every day. The exercises are very simple and after a while you get used to do them every time you're bored. I'm sure theres many examples on youtube and likewise. Also, it's worth mentioning that if you dont start doing exercises to counter the wrist pain, you will eventually damage your wrist, which in the worst case may cause chronic[/i][i] pain. So to sum it up, if you want to continue being a musician and be able to play your instrument, start doing exercises now.[/i] Edited February 26, 2012 by sunsse Quote
Dave Tipping Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 .. is nobody else going to say it?? Quote
charic Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 Used to get the same problem with my old peavey. Neck was too skinny it turns out, as soon as I changed to a p bass it was instantly better. Might not be the same for you but worth investigating Quote
Dave Tipping Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 Yahoo has all the answers you need [url="http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090709185225AADJohg"]http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090709185225AADJohg[/url] Quote
L_Bass_Dog85 Posted February 26, 2012 Posted February 26, 2012 Had a sore left wrist over the last 2 months. Turned out to be tendonitis. Hurt like hell and couldn't play the bass for a while. Change your action see if that helps. If not and the pain still persists, go to your GP. Quote
thepurpleblob Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 Doctor... if nothing else to eliminate anything other possible problems. Quote
thisnameistaken Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 Is your wrist bent at all while you're playing? Is the pain/discomfort at the point where your wrist joins your hand? On the palm side? Does it feel sort of scratchy? Does it still feel uncomfortable when you're not playing? If yesses, could be tendon problems - go see your GP and play as little as possible in the mean time. Quote
Evil Undead Posted February 27, 2012 Author Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='Dave Tipping' timestamp='1330298359' post='1555514'] .. is nobody else going to say it?? [/quote] Say what? Quote
EdwardHimself Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='Dave Tipping' timestamp='1330298728' post='1555519'] Yahoo has all the answers you need [url="http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20090709185225AADJohg"]http://answers.yahoo...09185225AADJohg[/url] [/quote] JESUS CHRIST Quote
EdwardHimself Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='Johnston' timestamp='1330353360' post='1556024'] somehow I don't think the OP has that problem. Just a little inkling [/quote] I know what you're saying, that doesn't necasseraly mean it's not the case though Quote
charic Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [i][u][size=5][b]BEST DERAIL EVER!!!![/b][/size][/u][/i] Quote
charic Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='Johnston' timestamp='1330353360' post='1556024'] Just a little inkling [/quote] Is that what you call it Quote
EdwardHimself Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='Johnston' timestamp='1330354173' post='1556039'] You trying to say lucky fella ???? I can see people getting told off soon. [/quote] I mean it is not exclusively a male sport Quote
charic Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 Please stop!! I'm getting funny looks here! Quote
EdwardHimself Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='Johnston' timestamp='1330354752' post='1556054'] They have more aids for that sort of thing. Although it could be the same symptoms as me. They flare up with vibrations too. (Hence why I'm still sore after using a power washer on Saturday before any wise cracks.) [/quote] True. I was thinking of doing a male version for my dissitation actually, but decided against it. Quote
EdwardHimself Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='Johnston' timestamp='1330355525' post='1556076'] I'm sure there are plenty on here would say you don't need one. [/quote] It depends how lazy you're feeling. Quote
xilddx Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 Back OT, there appears to be an assumption going on that the OP's problem is actually CAUSED by playing bass, (or excessive/overexuberant masturbation, but we'll leave that area alone - for now). Her symptoms are very possibly caused by something else and exacerbated (that's EXACERbated) by playing bass, or playing bass with poor posture and hand/wrist positioning. Best to go to the GP and get a proper diagnosis and treatment. Quote
charic Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='silddx' timestamp='1330356645' post='1556098'] Best to go to the GP and get a proper diagnosis and treatment. [/quote] Have you been writing for the industry again silddx? Quote
xilddx Posted February 27, 2012 Posted February 27, 2012 [quote name='charic' timestamp='1330356783' post='1556103'] Have you been writing for the industry again silddx? [/quote] Just keeping an eye on the armchair doctors on here mate, just so the OP isn't put at risk of being unable to pleasure herself with her Double Buck Quote
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