title: Biomechanical evaluation of dancers and assessment of their risk of injury.
abstract: Professional dancers have a 90% risk of injury during their career. The lower extremity is involved in approximately 75% of the injuries sustained by dancers. Proper biomechanical evaluation, risk assessment, and prevention-oriented treatment are necessary to minimize future problems and promote a full and lasting recovery when an injury is sustained. This article outlines the in-office evaluation process and discusses backstage care.
authors.affiliation: Gurnee Podiatry & Sports Medicine, 351 S Greenleaf St, Ste C, Park City, IL 60085, USA.
authors.forename: Lisa M
authors.initials: LM
authors.lastname: Schoene
mesh_terms: D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D012090:Cumulative Trauma Disorders / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology; D003615:Dancing / Q000293:injuries*; D005260:Female; D018409:Foot Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D007869:Leg Injuries / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology; D053580:Muscle Strength; D018583:Pliability; D011859:Radiography; D018570:Risk Assessment; D012775:Shoes; D013180:Sprains and Strains / Q000209:etiology / Q000503:physiopathology