I'm 75 with arthritis in my neck, shoulders and hands. I've got the hands working fine but found that playing, even when seated, lead to pain in the neck and shoulders after about 15 minutes. I purchased the banjo stand from Companion Banjos and now am back to playing as long as I want. I recently played for two hours with a friend with no pain. Although a little unstable at first, the stand and I are now doing well. It takes all the weight of the banjo, saving old bodies. companionbanjos.com/companionstand
I tried to order one. They are currently out of stock. I will contact Chris to see when they might have more available.
Robert
I have one also. Brilliant in its design. Makes you realize how much muscle power is going into holding and manipulating the instrument.
Take that away, and both hands feel free, light, and fast.
