Musician health resources
The Kitt School of Music helps keep NAU music students healthy
Helpful information to help music students at Northern Arizona University stay healthy.
Hearing
The National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) and the Performing Arts Medicine Association (PAMA) have developed a comprehensive overview of hearing health issues for postsecondary schools and departments of music. Information of a medical nature is provided by PAMA; information regarding contextual issues in music programs, by NASM.
Decibel Loudness Comparison Chart
Hearing Loss and Decibel Levels
Protecting Your Hearing Health
NAU Speech-Language-Hearing Clinic
Vocal health
The National Center for Voice and Speech
The Voice Academy (keeping your teaching voice in tiptop shape)
Musculoskeletal health
Musculoskeletal injuries (MSI) include tendon and muscle disorders, as well as nerve compression and entrapment.
Musicians and MSI: Symptoms and Types of Injuries
A Painful Melody: Repetitive Strain Injury Among Musicians
What makes musicians prone to Repetitive Strain Injury
Psychological heath
NAU Health Psychology Services
NOTE: These links are offered to provide general information and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical advice.