Square One

Today, I had a brief setback, but it was a good thing for three reasons. This morning I woke up with the same numbess I had im my fingers six months ago. That's because last night, I fell asleep without my elbow brace.  The first reason this was a good thing is that the numbness only lasted about a minute.  The second reason it was a good thing is that even though my fingers are still a bit numb, I could see how much improvement there has been over the past six months.  The third reason it was a good thing is that it confirmed my suspicion that the compression is primarily in my elbow and that it's my sleep position moreso than playing the flute that is the culprit.  I'm glad I learned this. You can bet I was scared when I first woke up, though.

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