Body & Bass

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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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The importance of playing the same size of double bass
Wednesday, December 5, 2018

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Thumb Hyperextension & the Double Bassist
Monday, October 15, 2018

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The lowdown on TMJ - A pain in the jaw
Wednesday, August 8, 2018

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The difference between muscle and nerve pain for musicians
Monday, July 16, 2018

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Body and Bass June 2018
Friday, June 1, 2018

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Randy Kertz on meds, treatments, and sharing information
Monday, April 2, 2018

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Don't reinvent the wheel for your bass health
Thursday, March 8, 2018

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Work It Out — Exercise Choices for the Bassist
Wednesday, February 7, 2018

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Don't Hang(er) On
Thursday, January 18, 2018

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