Why Do My Forearms Burn and Throb When I Play the Drum Set Continuously?
1. Introduction The burning and throbbing sensation in the forearms during continuous drumming is caused by acute lactic acid accumulation and vascular engorgement within the flexor and extensor muscle compartments. The rapid, repetitive striking motion demands continuous cellular energy, leading to anaerobic metabolism that creates an acidic, inflammatory environment within the restricted fascial spaces of … Read more