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dartemo1

Posts: 76
Joined: Apr. 21 2010

Thumb problem

The skin on my right thumb right next to the nail, where it contacts string, is damaged and peels off. I try to use a new-skin liquid but it does not hold for long (actually about 20 min). I am wondering if a lubricant such as Vaseline would be a better option. Has anybody experienced a similar problem? Thank you.

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Dudnote

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Leñador

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From: Los Angeles

RE: Thumb problem (in reply to dartemo1)

That sounds terrible. I'm sorry.
Have you tried CA? (Cyanoacrylate/super glue)

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Dudnote

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RE: Thumb problem (in reply to dartemo1)

It wasn't quite clear from your post how long you've had the problem, if it is recurrent and how dangerous it is to your career.

If it is a temporary problem and your amateur then just give the pulgar and alzapua a rest and work on picado, legado and rasgueado.

If it's a long term problem or you're a pro with a gig tonight then good luck!!

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dartemo1

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Joined: Apr. 21 2010

RE: Thumb problem (in reply to dartemo1)

Thank you guys,

It mostly practice, we have jams on weekends and once in a while accompanying dancers (my career is not in jeopardy, I hope :).
I have this thing going for about a week and I will get a long rest sparing the thumb from the string action.

REPORT THIS POST AS INAPPROPRIATE | Date Jun. 22 2016 4:25:50