Bridge arm

Guys, I have a problem that fits this discussion board. I am an average player. I normally play 3 to 10 hours per week depending on the work restrictions. I notice that when I am playing at a higher level my bridge arm shoulder hurts me. When I tend to play worse I have no pain. Should I then expect to play in pain when I want to play well? How do I know how much pressure I am placing on that arm? I don't feel any difference. Should I purposely alter my stance/balance to remove some of the pressure? Maybe a coach visually inspecting my stance would help?
 
RioSevario...You should not have to play in pain. To me it would seem that if your shoulder is painful when playing, either you're standing way out of balance, or you're putting too much pressure on your bridge hand. Definitely having a qualified instructor take a look at you couldn't hurt.

Scott Lee
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RioSevario said:
Guys, I have a problem that fits this discussion board. I am an average player. I normally play 3 to 10 hours per week depending on the work restrictions. I notice that when I am playing at a higher level my bridge arm shoulder hurts me. When I tend to play worse I have no pain. Should I then expect to play in pain when I want to play well? How do I know how much pressure I am placing on that arm? I don't feel any difference. Should I purposely alter my stance/balance to remove some of the pressure? Maybe a coach visually inspecting my stance would help?
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I`m sorry, Everything makes a difference,I believe mostly it depends on your visual acuity. Regulating your bridge hand to eye relationship will enable you to see the shot line hugely better, which is in any case is like shooting a bow and arrow or a shot gun or a bowling bowl,(And many more), it is more instinctive rather than looking thru a peep-site. This is why much practice is needed like the other sports mentioned. This is not the only reason, just the one not mentioned yet.
Look for something right. Expect improvement. Demand excellence.
Jim S.
 
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