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Conditions like Marfan syndrome may confer hypermobility-enhancing virtuosity, as seen in Paganini and Rachmaninov.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Among contemporary musicians, Edith Piaf, Lady Gaga, Selena Gomez and C\u00e9line Dion suffered from rheumatic diseases, and it was true obstacles for their careers.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Repetitive movements, inadequate posture and instrument-specific physical demands contribute to musculoskeletal disorders in musicians, particularly tendinopathies and entrapment syndromes affecting the upper limbs. These conditions result in chronic pain, reduced mobility and performance decline. String and wind instrument players face heightened vulnerability due to the unique constraints of their instruments.<\/jats:p>\n                  <jats:p>Given the longevity of musical careers compared with athletic ones, specialised medical management and targeted prevention strategies are crucial. 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