Body & Bass

The Body & Bass page is devoted to exploring the physical aspects of playing the bass and help you avoid potential injury through awareness of these challenges and of body function.

Randall Kertz is a chiropractor, acupuncturist, bassist, author and lecturer on the topic of injury prevention for musicians. Find out more about him and his projects at www.drkertz.com.

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Double Bass Posture: Why Your Feet Matter
Thursday, December 14, 2017

Discover why foot position and lower-body alignment are important parts of healthy double bass posture. The video explains how starting with the feet can improve balance, stability, and overall playing position.

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Bending Your Knees: Healthy Standing Posture for Double Bassists
Friday, November 3, 2017

Learn how bending the knees can improve balance, comfort, and posture when standing with the double bass. This practical lesson focuses on using the lower body to support healthier and more efficient bass playing.

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Body Awareness: Approaching and Playing the Double Bass
Monday, October 2, 2017

Explore body awareness and mindful movement when approaching and playing the double bass. The video helps bassists recognize how positioning, tension, and movement affect comfort and efficient technique.

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Double Bass Posture: Healthy Positioning for Bassists
Friday, September 15, 2017

Learn the fundamentals of healthy posture for double bass players, including how the body supports the instrument during playing. Better posture can help reduce unnecessary tension and promote more efficient bass technique.

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The Lunate Bone and the Bassist's Wrist
Sunday, July 30, 2017

Explore the lunate bone of the wrist and why understanding hand and wrist anatomy matters for bassists. This video connects wrist structure and movement with healthy technique and awareness of potential playing-related problems.

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How to Lift a Double Bass Safely and Efficiently
Wednesday, July 12, 2017

Learn safer, more efficient ways to lift and move the double bass. This video focuses on body mechanics and lifting technique to help bassists handle their instrument while reducing unnecessary strain.

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Rotator Cuff Health for Bassists: What You Need to Know
Tuesday, May 2, 2017

Learn what the rotator cuff is, where it is located, and why it matters to musicians. Understanding shoulder anatomy can help bassists recognize how movement and technique may affect shoulder comfort and function.

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Changing Ingrained Habits: Healthier Bass Technique
Friday, March 31, 2017

Learn practical strategies for changing ingrained playing habits that may contribute to inefficient technique, tension, or discomfort. The video emphasizes awareness and a deliberate approach to developing healthier movement patterns.

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Exercise and Medications: Health Considerations for Musicians
Wednesday, March 15, 2017

Explore how to exercise appropriately while paying attention to medications and their effects. This video offers health-oriented considerations for musicians who want to stay active while making informed choices about exercise and medication.

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Bend Your Knees: Better Posture for Double Bassists
Saturday, January 14, 2017

Learn how bending the knees can support better posture, balance, and comfort while playing the double bass. This lesson focuses on a simple lower-body adjustment that can improve the way the body works with the instrument.

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