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Saturday, July 25, 2009

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Eddie Van Halen recovering after hand surgery

Posted: 24 Jul 2009 09:00 AM PDT

It has been reported that legendary giutarist Eddie Van Halen is on the mend after undergoing surgery on his crucially important left hand. According to Van Halen, himself, the guitarist began to experience pain in his thumb and pinky finger towards the end of his band’s most recent tour. The pain got progressively worse until, about three months ago, both digits locked up completely and he was unable to play guitar at all.

In fear of losing his legendary prowess on the six-string, Van Halen consulted hand specialists in Germany who, at first, began treating him for what was perceived to be severe arthritis. However, further examinations soon revealed that the musician was actually suffering from a bone spur, a twisted tendon and a small cyst in the joint of the affected thumb.

Van Halen was alarmed when his doctors informed him that the only way to cure the condition was to perform surgery on the damaged thumb. Luckily, the surgery was performed successfully and the guitarist is recovering at home. In fact, it is reported that he has already regained his reach and the ability to spread his hand out completely. The total rehabilitation is expected to last 4-6 months, after which time, Van Halen is expected to have no problems playing with his usual bravado and intensity.

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