I am a graduate student and I am looking for persons that play the piano to be a part of my research. If you do not live in the Detroit, MI area, I am asking you to forward this message to persons that are near or maybe coming this way in the next few months. If you have any questions or please contact me. Thanks so much.
Jackie
Get Paid To Do Your Thing for Science if you Play Piano, Organ or Keyboard
Jacqueline Henderson, a PhD candidate in Biomedical Engineering at Wayne State University, is currently recruiting pianists for her study of Cumulative Trauma Disorders (CTDs). CTDs, which result from continued motion of the fingers, hands, and arms, can result in discomfort, pain, and reduced function both during and outside of performances. The goal of this study is to gather ergonomic, performance, and personal data that will help musicians in the future.
Who can participate?
Any professional, amateur or student keyboardist that is 18 years or over and performs jazz, gospel, or church (hymns, gospel, and contemporary Christian) music. Classically trained as well as non-trained musicians are welcome. Individuals DO NOT need to have developed a CTD in the past.
What do you have to do?
This non-invasive study will require one session that will last approximately 2 hours. During this session, you will complete a survey and perform music both as written and with complete artistic license. Your performance will be video taped to gather information on your posture and motion. Your activities in this study will not put you at higher risk for the development of a cumulative trauma disorder.
How do you find out more?
If you or someone you know are interested or have questions about the study, you may contact Jacqueline at 313-577-8321 or you may send e-mail to her at
ergohand@yahoo.com. Each participant will receive $20.
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