Sour dough bread making - need experienced advice

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Question to all experienced, or somewhat experienced, makers of sour

dough bread. Is there a lot of kneading of the dough in sour dough

bread? I have the option of looking into a mixer that can handle

mixing the dough. I have problems with my right shoulder and left

elbow (I know pretty limiting), injuries mainly from a car accident

(not my fault, but it doesn't matter, does it). My husband or son

help with a lot of stirring (stir fry, etc.), or mashing (beans for

refried beans).

I understand that making bread with yeast is a different process

than sour dough bread making, probably with the kneading also. I

don't have experience with making sour dough bread. Would it be

silly (unnecessary) to get a mixer that kneads the dough or is it a

wise investment for me? I can probably knead it a little with my

arms, but can't handle a lot of kneading. I do want to make it

regularly, so it needs to be a do-able thing on a regular basis.

What do you think, guys/gals?

Thank you for your help,

aireph