Forearm muscles activity of harp players

This study first emphasized the noteworthy recruitment of the flexor and extensor muscles (42% and 29% of MVC, respectively). Findings outlined further that the fingering choice, the adopted playing dynamics and the string's material govern the muscular activity level and the playing control. Such results are a first step to better understand how the harp ergonomics may affect the player's integrity and help them decide the most suitable stringing for their practice.PMID:37715665 | DOI:10.1080/10255842.2023.2258252

Source: Computer Methods in Biomechanics and Biomedical Engineering - September 16, 2023 Category: Biomedical Engineering Authors: D Chadefaux C Pothrat S Shayegan J-L Le Carrou Source Type: research