Definitions by Skankyelbow
Skathritis
Skathritis (noun)
Definition: 1. The specific joint pain, stiffness, or inflammation in the wrists, fingers, or knees resulting from years of playing or dancing to Ska, Punk, or Reggae.
2. A condition commonly found in guitarists and bassists who use aggressive, repetitive up-strokes (skanking) or horn players who have spent decades in loud, high-energy brass sections.
Definition: 1. The specific joint pain, stiffness, or inflammation in the wrists, fingers, or knees resulting from years of playing or dancing to Ska, Punk, or Reggae.
2. A condition commonly found in guitarists and bassists who use aggressive, repetitive up-strokes (skanking) or horn players who have spent decades in loud, high-energy brass sections.
Example: "I've been playing guitar in three different ska bands since the 90s, and now my left hand is flared up with a serious case of skathritis."
Skathritis by Skankyelbow May 6, 2026
Skarthritis
1. The specific joint pain, stiffness, or inflammation in the wrists, fingers, or knees resulting from years of playing or dancing to Ska, Punk, or Reggae.
2. A condition commonly found in guitarists and bassists who use aggressive, repetitive up-strokes (skanking) or horn players who have spent decades in loud, high-energy brass sections.
2. A condition commonly found in guitarists and bassists who use aggressive, repetitive up-strokes (skanking) or horn players who have spent decades in loud, high-energy brass sections.
Example: "I've been playing the tenor sax in three different ska bands since the 90s, and now my left hand is flared up with a serious case of skarthritis."
Skarthritis by Skankyelbow May 6, 2026