Posted by Robert on July 18, 2003 at 19:16:48:
In Reply to: Problems from playing tuba too much posted by Julian on July 18, 2003 at 00:11:25:
Well, the only physiological change that I am aware of that comes from extended tuba playing relates to the prolonged exposure of the skin to a metal (mainly the mouthpiece). I have read that it changes the acid/alkaline balance in the body. On a personal note, the only issue I have ever had from extended playing was this glorious year when I played my teachers Alex (what a great horn). I would have back spasms and pain from time to time just from holding the horn.