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From: Elaine Luther
Date: Thu Nov 03 20:09:15 2005
 
     
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>     I am a small built woman who is a bench/repair jeweler. I have a
>     constant pain in my right bicep (right handed). I believe it is
>     from the torch going up my arm from hammering rings on a mandrel.
>     Does anyone else have this? I would welcome any thoughts. 

    I would recommend that you see a chiropractor right away, and maybe
    a physical therapist too. 

    Evaluate your work area. Is the height correct for you? Lots of stuff
    in the archives about ergonomics. 

    No, I've never had pain like that. Different pain, but not that one. 

Elaine

Elaine Luther
Metalsmith, Certified PMC Instructor
http://www.CreativeTextureTools.com (TM)
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