Shoulder scapula pain

[Kasha]

Does anyone have excercises or suggestions for left shoulder scapula pain? I spent too much time practicing with no break. Now the back of my shoulder hurts. Feldenkrist movements? Relaxation stretches? I haven’t seen this on discussions. Maybe in the past.

 

[Frank Barocco]

Hi Kasha. Welcome!
Somewhat common issue among accordion players.

Below you will find past threads on that issue, where fellow forum members shared suggestions. Hope that helps:

https://www.accordionists.info/threads/pain-on-left-shoulder-blade.10172/

https://www.accordionists.info/threads/left-shoulder-pain.9665/

 

[JerryPH]

I play with some heavy accordions, what helps me a lot is being in relatively good shape. I do 3 days a week of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and 2 days a week of cross-fit (I *still* could stand to lose a few pounds), but the muscles are strong and if your shoulders and back are taken care of, it makes living life in general a lot easier, and even at close to 65 years old, playing a 35 pound accordion for hours means I lose interest before I get sore or fatigued.

If you don't do it now, even going to the gym to do some light to medium level weights a couple times a week can make a big difference over time. It all ties in together, shoulders to scapula to back to your core to the arms and down to the legs, it's all important.