Chiropractic for Musicians: Pain Relief & Better Performance

Why would a musician choose to start chiropractic care?

Musicians’ jobs are stressful in ways most aren’t. The physical effort it takes to play an instrument is often overlooked. Repetitive motions, long practice sessions, awkward postures, and lifting and carrying equipment can all lead to strain, stiffness, and nerve irritation unless addressed properly.

What are some common complaints musicians may list as a reason for starting care?

Common complaints musicians may experience include:

• Neck pain or stiffness from leaning or tilting the head while playing

• Upper back or mid-back tension from slouching or holding instruments in position

• Shoulder pain or impingement from motions like bowing and strumming

• Wrist, hand, or finger pain

• Postural imbalances

• Numbness or tingling in arms or hands from nerve compression

• Lower back pain from sitting or standing extended periods of time

• Tension headaches linked to neck and shoulder strain

How can beginning care at KIRO help a musician feel their best?

Here at KIRO, we understand every career lends itself to its own kind of physical and mental stress. Musicians are no different. Long practice sessions, repetitive hand and arm motions, awkward postures, heavy lifting, etc. all contribute to strain.

KIRO comes equipped with a staff of doctors providing precise, gentle, and specific chiropractic adjustments. This targeted care is designed to restore alignment and optimize your musculoskeletal system. A stable, well-aligned spine allows for proper playing technique, better posture, less muscle tension, and better performance overall.

With regular care, musicians can experience improved mobility, less pain, and better body mechanics, all leading to the ability to perform at their highest level.