Performer Conditioning — LBG Studio

LBG Studio · Performer Conditioning

Wellness and Longevity for
Musicians and Artists.

Conditioning and individual programming for musicians and artists who want to keep performing at their best and stay healthy doing it.

Musicians Artists

Book a Session Virtual and in-office · Evanston, IL

The Research

Artistic work-related injuries are common. Most go unaddressed.

Musculoskeletal problems are widespread among musicians and artists at every level. Most are preventable with the right attention early on.

Up to 87%

of adult classical musicians report playing-related musculoskeletal disorders across reviewed studies

Zaza C. Playing-related musculoskeletal disorders in musicians: a systematic review of incidence and prevalence. CMAJ. 1998;158(8):1019-25.

~76%

of professional musicians have experienced a playing-related injury that affected their ability to perform

Fishbein M, et al. Medical problems among ICSOM musicians. Med Probl Perform Art. 1988;3(1):1-8.

Who I Work With

LBG Studio specializes in working with performing and illustrative artists.

Performing Musicians

Both professional and student musicians of all instruments looking to prevent playing-related injuries and improve career longevity.

Visual Artists

Artists who work extensively in static postures who want to address and prevent repetitive stress injuries and posture-related strain.

How It Works

I keep things practical and actionable. You will benefit if you can be consistent, even on your own.

01

We figure out what is going on

A thorough intake covering your symptoms, your practice habits, your setup, and your goals. I want to understand your specific situation.

02

We build a plan that fits your life

Small, achievable goals. Programs designed to actually get done because they fit into your existing schedule.

03

We reassess and adapt

We reassess and adapt so you are working toward a goal that makes sense for where you are.

Additional Care Offerings

In-office and virtual care

In-office · 1830 Sherman Ave Ste 204, Evanston, IL

Manual Therapy

Remedial Manual Therapy

Hands-on treatment including active release, musician and artist specific soft tissue work, PNF and assisted stretching, and joint mobilization to address the specific movement demands of your practice.

Imaging

Real-Time Ultrasound Imaging

Helpful in finding old injuries to guide exercise programming and help reduce risk of injury moving forward.

Treatment

Dry Needling

Supplemental dry needling treatment to release excess tension and promote recovery. Especially helpful for restrictions that develop from overuse patterns to set you up for success in your program.

FAQ

Common questions.

Who should get an injury prevention screening?

Anyone who uses their body repetitively for their craft. If you play an instrument, draw for hours, or perform regularly, you are a candidate. You do not have to be in pain to benefit.

Does the ultrasound screening hurt?

Not at all. It is completely painless and safe. We apply gel to the skin and use a handheld probe to look at your tissues in real time.

What does the screening cover?

We focus on the joints and muscles that are relevant for you and what you do. We look at your tissues while they move to catch things that would not show up on a standard physical exam.

How is this different from seeing a regular doctor?

Not all physicians are able to provide musculoskeletal ultrasound screening in a standard visit. We are also physical therapy specialists trained specifically to assess movement, tissue health, and overuse patterns in performing and creative professionals.

Ultrasound Imaging

Injury Prevention Screening for Musicians and Artists

Real-Time Ultrasound Imaging

Ultrasound imaging uses harmless sound waves to create a live picture of your muscles, tendons, and joints while they move. Unlike an MRI, it shows your body in motion so we can see how your tissues respond in real time. It is completely safe, painless, and involves no radiation.

This kind of screening can reveal things that don't show up on a standard physical exam, including early signs of tendon stress, movement restrictions, or tissue changes that haven't become painful yet. It is also useful at confirming suspected injuries.

The screening covers the shoulders and elbows. Gel will be applied directly to the skin in those areas. We recommend wearing a sleeveless top or loose clothing that can be easily stretched or moved aside. If needed, gowns that unbutton around the shoulder will be available.

If the idea of watching your own muscles and joints under ultrasound feels uncomfortable, or if you would simply prefer a regular physical examination without imaging, just let us know. Either option works and there is no pressure either way.

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