Hollywood Jim
Platinum Member
OK, this is sort of a strange event.
I am building a new room (man cave).
On Saturday the impact driver slipped off the screw and I drilled a big hole in my left thumb. OUCH !
Blood all over.
I almost went to the emergency room, but I simply wrapped it up in a band aide. Still hurts when I use it.
The next day (yesterday) when I rehearsed it did not hurt too much to play because I play traditional grip. So I don't have to press on the stick with my thumb.
But OH MAN !
When I cross stick it really hurts. And I have a gig in a couple of days.
It so happens that about a week ago I purchased a Rim Riser. One of these.
It was only $18 and it is supposed to help with cross sticking. I just thought it would be fun to try.
The Rim Riser was delivered today. And oh boy, now I can easily cross stick with my hurt thumb. I can use my fingers to raise and lower the stick.
Here is some good advice: Don't drill holes in your thumb or fingers.
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I am building a new room (man cave).
On Saturday the impact driver slipped off the screw and I drilled a big hole in my left thumb. OUCH !
Blood all over.
I almost went to the emergency room, but I simply wrapped it up in a band aide. Still hurts when I use it.
The next day (yesterday) when I rehearsed it did not hurt too much to play because I play traditional grip. So I don't have to press on the stick with my thumb.
But OH MAN !
When I cross stick it really hurts. And I have a gig in a couple of days.
It so happens that about a week ago I purchased a Rim Riser. One of these.
It was only $18 and it is supposed to help with cross sticking. I just thought it would be fun to try.
The Rim Riser was delivered today. And oh boy, now I can easily cross stick with my hurt thumb. I can use my fingers to raise and lower the stick.
Here is some good advice: Don't drill holes in your thumb or fingers.
.