Best strap for shoulder pain

[paul_5]

I was involved in s car accident over a year ago and my left shoulder is still uncomfortable most of the time but especially after playing. 

What’s the best strap to avoid aggravating this condition when playing?

[T-Bay]

I have shoulder problems due to arthritis and use a strap from hypnotic straps, it’s 3” wide and very well padded. Despite my Gibson being the same weight as a boat anchor I don’t have issues.

[stewblack]

This one https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01I0BGYM8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 every time. I've tried tons and this is the best.

[Coilte]

https://gruvgear.com/products/duostrap-signature

[pbasspecial]

I've had a comfort strap for over 20 years.  Used to play a 1980 fender precision special.  Great tone but weighed a ton.  Can't recommend the strap enough.

[Vinny]

A knee! 

Or one of these if you can find one. (skip to about 90 seconds in where she plays in front of the window if you don't like the song!) 

 

[paul_5]

OOh, a belt!  what a good idea!

 

Love the song too, thanks for posting.

[thebassist]

Yes a Gruvgear duo is a great choice.

Also maybe one of these?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/SoloStrap-4-0-Inch-Guitar-Strap-Black/dp/B00V8299XS/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1526296667&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=gruvgeat+strap+4

[zranyard]

17 minutes ago, thebassist said:

Yes a Gruvgear duo is a great choice.

Also maybe one of these?

https://www.amazon.co.uk/SoloStrap-4-0-Inch-Guitar-Strap-Black/dp/B00V8299XS/ref=sr_1_sc_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1526296667&sr=1-1-spell&keywords=gruvgeat+strap+4

I've just got myself one of these, it's really great, I highly recommend it. 

[Al Krow]

Variation on the theme - but I've added these to my straps and seem to work a treat:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B01HRSKGP6/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[TheGreek]

There is a less expensive version of the DuoStrap available - I'll see if I can find the details.

[CameronJ]

On 14/05/2018 at 09:42, pbasspecial said:

I've had a comfort strap for over 20 years.  Used to play a 1980 fender precision special.  Great tone but weighed a ton.  Can't recommend the strap enough.

This. I’ve got them on all of my basses - they’re the only strap I’ll use now.

[Dan Dare]

Try one of those rucksack type straps that goes over both shoulders. A pal, who has back/shoulder problems, swears by his.

[Delberthot]

I changed from a Stingray 5 to a Sterling 4 due to a shoulder problem I had. A wide padded strap can help but for me it's moving around as much as I can on stage as it moves the bass around your shoulder instead of it sitting at the one point all night

[TheGreek]

Modify something like this?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/New-Strap-Soprano-Adjustable-For-Alto-Soft-Harness-Design-Shoulder-Saxophone/323232715595?hash=item4b422bd34b:g:UXQAAOSwI4xa4uIM

Edited May 16, 2018 by TheGreek

[chris_b]

The best strap for a bad shoulder is the one that is attached to a lighter bass.

[Guest adi77]

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Edited August 5, 2018 by adi77

[christhammer666]

planet waves do loads of nice thick padded straps

[Christine]

On 13/05/2018 at 20:48, paul_5 said:

I was involved in s car accident over a year ago and my left shoulder is still uncomfortable most of the time but especially after playing. 

What’s the best strap to avoid aggravating this condition when playing?

Are you getting physio for that injury? If not go see your doctor, if so ignore me

[Christine]

On 13/05/2018 at 20:53, T-Bay said:

I have shoulder problems due to arthritis and use a strap from hypnotic straps, it’s 3” wide and very well padded. Despite my Gibson being the same weight as a boat anchor I don’t have issues.

I have 3 Hypnotic straps, I like them a lot. I have chucked my old straps now

[paul_5]

16 minutes ago, Christine said:

Are you getting physio for that injury? If not go see your doctor, if so ignore me

Yes, had a lot of physio last year and went back a couple of weeks ago as it’s still not right. Thanks for the sensible advice though 😉

[Woodinblack]

I got a comfort strapp and that works nicely

 

[Ghost_Bass]

On 14/05/2018 at 09:11, Coilte said:

https://gruvgear.com/products/duostrap-signature

This gave me a stupid idea. Would using two straps be a cheaper and functional alternative? First strap used in the rgular position, second strap comming from the horn through the left side of the torso, up the back through the right shoulder, down the front to the bottom pin... hummm, still sounds like a stupid idea... i shall try it at home!