Originally Posted by: spheinrich6I have had a problem, always, of using to much pressure when I'm fretting. If I remind myself not to do it, I'm ok for a little while but just end up doing it again. I'd really like to fix this problem. It slows me down and is causing pain in my joints. Can anyone help me here? I'd really appreciate it.

What do you mean, pressure? Like, pressing too hard on the frets? Please elaborate.