I've been doing these stretches for a week now, and I want to thank you, I've never felt so comfortable on the violin, I'm lighter to play, and my shoulders feel stronger. Thank you so much ❤️

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

Oh wow! That’s great, Sam! Be sure to consult a professional health care provider though as I’m only showing what my health care practitioners show me and it’s always better to get advice specific to your situation. 🙂

You are amazing! Thank you so much! 🙏🏼🎻

@violynnkuo

10 күн бұрын

Awww, Inna! Thanks so much!

ty! Definitely would like to see a stretching video for after playing!

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

Hey Debi! Ok, I’ll find time to film that one next! Thanks for letting me know!

@esthergiuliano6338

Жыл бұрын

me tooo

@saraibenitez561

4 ай бұрын

@@violynnkuo me as well!

Just wanted to pop in here and say that I just came back from a rehearsal for a performance I have on Sunday, I've been dealing with some new tightness when I play for longer amounts of time without letting my arms "breathe" which is something I always incorporate into my practice sessions at home (every twenty min or so, just shaking out my arms and letting them dangle for a min or so), as it helps me reduce tension, but these helped reduce the tightness I had from a rehearsal I already finished, and I intend to start doing these before I start playing, so thank you!

@violynnkuo

10 ай бұрын

Good luck on your concert! I also took a five minute stretch break every 25 minutes of my practice session today too. My concert is next week. 🙂 And I have been playing a lot of opera shows lately. 🎻 Let me know if things improve! Sometimes I make progress, but when I don’t get enough rest or do enough of my physio strengthening exercises, things can slide back.

So true! So much advice tells us to stretch when cold...no, no, no! Loved the warmup thank you

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad it’s helpful! Yes, why stretch when cold?! 🥶 Not a great idea, in my experience. I love stretching after a warm shower actually! At least then, I know my muscles are definitely warm. 🙂

I saw my Physio today and she agrees with you on warm ups before and stretches after

@LynnKuoViolinWithDrLynn

Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear, Bruce. It never makes sense to me to stretch a cold muscle. It’s like trying to stretch a chicken breast that is frozen as opposed to one that’s thawed and soft.

Thank you so much. I practiced over five hours yesterday and my left shoulder was hurting as I went to bed, so I really needed this video.

@violynnkuo

4 ай бұрын

Wow, that’s a long day of practicing, Edmundo! Glad to hear my video helped!

I’ve been playing the viola for 50 years now! I’m starting to have severe left shoulder pain. I will add these to my before playing gigs and practice. I will start seeing a physical therapist for my shoulder this month. Thank you for the great tips 💕

@violynnkuo

11 ай бұрын

Hi Allyson, sorry to hear about your left shoulder! I was getting pinched nerves in my left side (which didn't cause pain, but weakness and fatigue). :( Best of luck in getting your shoulder back to good health! I'm glad to hear you're on a good path to recovery!

Thank you for this video. Im just at 4 weeks post op for cervical Myelopathy, which affected my hands and fingers badly so I could not play my beloved violin at all. 😢 Im starting to build up strength and control again, so these exercises should really help me when I add them to my physio. Wish me luck ! 😊

@violynnkuo

4 ай бұрын

Best of luck to you in your post-surgery recovery ❤️‍🩹! I’m 4.5 months after my ACL reconstruction surgery so I understand. Be patient with your progress and hope you stay strong and healthy during your return back to playing 🎻! 🤗

Thank you Dr. LYNN YOUR A BLESSING. I LOOK FORWARD TO THE EXERCISES AGAIN. I GOT IMMEDIATE LAXATIVE RELIEF AS WE WERE DOING EXERCISE FOR VIOLIN WRIST RELIEF. MOST GREtful. Hope to see you soon, bye for now

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

Glad they were of help, Chris!

Dr. LYNN, I THINK YOUR A GENIUS

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

Aww, thanks, Chris! These exercises are from my physiotherapist so I don’t take credit for them. 🙂

Once again many thanks Dr. LYNN K.

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

You're most welcome, Chris.

Thank you. I am ready to play now!

@violynnkuo

6 ай бұрын

Yay! I’m so glad, Richard! 🎻 👌

Thank you for posting this information! This is a subject that seems to get overlooked. When starting to learn violin, I was experiencing soreness and stiffness. Started doing similar exercises before and after practice and these issues completely disappeared. Now, for someone like me who practices 1 to 1-1/2 hours a day, this is sufficient. For someone who practices several hours each day, I would also recommended an exercise routine when taking breaks. Another thing I found helpful with staying healthy and comfortable is standing on a gel pad when practicing and making sure I move my legs every so often.

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

Fantastic, Joseph! Thanks so much for sharing your insights! That really helps me and others learn. I’m writing from intermission performing at the Toronto Symphony… going to squeeze some stretching in before we go back on stage! 😅

Thanks. Very useful. I would like to see the stretching video.

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

Sure thing, Bruce! I’ll try to make time to film it!

These are very helpful! Thanks!

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome, Elzbieta! These exercises are given to me straight from my excellent physiotherapist, Ginette Hamel, who treats many musicians in the symphony, opera, and ballet orchestras in the city of Toronto! :)

Thank you friend….so I am an amature trombonist and whats worse is I am playing again after years of nothing. And my right shoulder hurts! Yes I am under a competent doctors care. But would you suggest any other exercises for the shoulder that moves the slide (right side)? When I did your exercises my arms and shoulders both felt great! Thoughts? Ps…ya 1.5 million years ago I played violin in the Suzuki method program in Calgary…LOL

@violynnkuo

5 ай бұрын

Hi Art, I’m so glad my warmup exercises were useful for you! As for recommendations for your shoulder, the absolute best thing to do is to consult with a health practitioner as generic, over-the-internet will only get you so far… Best of luck! If I can heal from my injury, you can too! ❤️‍🩹

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Thank you for this video. I do really appreciate it. I thought that you mentioned a book in my 1st viewing of your video but could not find it. Please tell me again the name of it.

@violynnkuo

Жыл бұрын

So happy to hear that this video helped you, Stella! I'm not sure if I mentioned any book in the video, but they were certainly sitting on top of my coffee table while I was filming! Perhaps you might be referring to me recommending Jennifer Johnson's book ‘What Every Violinist Needs to Know About the Body’ as well as her newest book ' Musician, Heal Thyself! Free Your Shoulder Region through Body Mapping' as I often mention her in my videos. You can watch Jennifer's interview on my Violynn Chats interview series here: kzread.info/dash/bejne/aqGClKOHnqmnp6Q.html

The laxative effect occurred I THINK WHEN I applied left wrist to table. Ce.

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The first one felt rather painful for me

@ApplepieFTW

7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the video though nonetheless!

@violynnkuo

7 ай бұрын

Yes, if it’s painful, please avoid and always ask a health practitioner! Everyone is individual. Happy Holidays! 🎄

.BYE FOR NOW ATTENTION SPAN RUNNING OUT