Leon Fleisher's concert pianist career flourished in 1964, but a minor cut on his right thumb led to dystonia, causing his ring and little fingers to involuntarily curl. Despite despair and disappointments, Fleisher made a brief return to the concert hall after surgery in 1983, and eventually found success with Botox and Rolfing.
Two Hands: The Leon Fleisher Story
Leon Fleisher's illustrious concert pianist career reached its peak in 1964, but a small injury to his right thumb led to the onset of dystonia, rendering his ring and little fingers permanently curled into an awkward position.
