Performance‐Related Pain Among Professional Orchestra Musicians—The First Portuguese Nationwide Study ( <scp>POMPS</scp> )

This first Portuguese nationwide study demonstrated that pain is a highly disabling condition among professional orchestra musicians, particularly among full-time musicians, supporting the integration of healthcare professionals in the professional orchestra framework for a closed follow-up, early assessment and treatment, and implementation of preventive programs. The proper evaluation and management of pain seems to still be neglected, contributing to significant impairments and reduced quality of life.