Well I’m slowly coming to the realization that my days of playing the #guitar are quite possibly coming to an end. The arthritis in my left index finger is so painful now I can barely function at all, and of course it’s the primary chording finger. I’m considering taking my cheaper Squire Strat and reversing the strings to attempt retraining myself to play left handed. It would mean reversing the nut and redoing the intonation. Any thoughts or tips #gearsquad ?

@GuitarSith

Not just Hendrix: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elizabeth_Cotten

Diclofenac cream helps some with joint swelling and pain. 'Sounds like you are past the point where that will let you play, but it may help you sleep better!

Elizabeth Cotten - Wikipedia

@zillion
Started taking Turmeric Curcumin this morning and again tonight. Along with some liberal doses of IcyHot roll on it’s made a big difference. The finger is still kinked at the joints but at least it’s not killing me to clench my fist or bend the finger backwards. That’s a huge improvement.

Going to be out of town for a week starting Thursday, so I’ll rent the guitar when I get back. No point in paying for the rental when I won’t have the opportunity to play.

@GuitarSith 'Glad to hear something helped!