The Holiday Season has already been a busy one for me... 7 shows in the past week... this morning my hands are pretty achy... not uncommon for this 57 year old "week end bass warrior" but I usually have a few days to recover... I still have full week of shows ahead of me... Any home remedies out there? Thanks! - Dan
Try to keep your mind on the money you're making? Stretching, possibly an anti-inflammatory and keep well hydrated.
I've been taking ibuprofen and wrapped my hands in a hot towel last night after that show... that helps some... I'm enjoying the shows... but I guess the mileage is starting to show - hahaha
I suggest Jack Daniels. Never had a problem with aching hands or muscles, even with a crazy gig schedule, excepting the time playing outdoors at -5 celsius. Both guitarist and myself got a touch of temp tendonitis.