Notes performance injuries are a concern among musicians. Gives an overview of performing arts medicine, a new field offering benefits to music students and professionals. Comments on the educators' role in preventive strategies. States music educators can make a useful contribution to research by sharing their knowledge. (NL)

Injuries are predictable and preventable. Prevention may be applied at bedside or in the community. Greater emphasis on injury control would radically alter the health care provider's role, and shift the direction of communication from the physician to the community and to the individual patient. Success with prevention strategies requires new…

Public health methods can assist in reducing the rate of injuries through application of technology, policy, education, and incentives. Metropolitan universities have great opportunities as key institutions to assist in preventing injuries within their communities by using their research capabilities, student and volunteer workforces, and as…