If you continue to have pain despite correcting your posture, trying a smaller guitar may be a real solution. You don't need to buy it right away; try borrowing one or going to a store to try it while sitting down.
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If you continue to have pain despite correcting your posture, trying a smaller guitar may be a real solution. You don't need to buy it right away; try borrowing one or going to a store to try it while sitting down.