Ballet dancing demands a unique combination of artistic expression and exceptional physical prowess, placing significant stress on the musculoskeletal system. Recent studies have underscored both the ...

For performing artists, overuse injuries tend to be some of the most common injuries UAB sports medicine physicians treat. These injuries are often caused by repetitive movements, high training volume ...

FARGO – Sanford Health is hosting a free dance injury screening and prevention workshop on Monday and Tuesday here at the Southpointe Clinic, 2400 32nd Ave. S. The screenings are for dancers ages 11 ...

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To stay healthy, we're taught to lead an active lifestyle, but taking up a new sport or activity could put you at risk for injury. The risk is even higher when you're a professional dancer. So how do ...

“While the world sees the grace and beauty in a dance recital, I involuntarily spot muscle fatigue, and any possible strain on the dancer’s spine, knees and ankles,” said Prashanth Nagaraj, an ...

Injuries often sneak up when you least expect them — a sprained ankle from a misstep, a strained muscle from lifting something too heavy, or a nagging back pain that just won’t quit. While accidents ...