I'm a 36-year-old amateur oboe player, and have solved a problem 
that I had with wrist pain.  The weight of the instrument is held by 
the right thumb, and the thumb tendon is stretched in the wrist, 
causing a nagging general pain in the wrist even when the musician is 
not playing.  
     I have noticed that wrist pain is a common problem among 
woodwind players.  And if you don't do anything about it the pain can 
eventually get very bad.  The condition is solved (if you don't wait 
too long) by a simple elastic neck strap.  I bought mine (actually 
made for clarinet) from a music store in Kansas City called Luyben 
Music (816) 753-7111.  It's very cheap and does not get in the way of 
playing.  I would be very interested to know if this helps someone.