Anatomy, Dance Technique and Injury Prevention by Justin Howse and Moira McCormack is a comprehensive reference connecting human anatomy with dance technique, injury prevention, and treatment.
This Fourth Edition examines anatomy and physiology from the dancer’s perspective, explaining how technical faults and anatomical variations can contribute to injury. It covers general and specific dance injuries, their causes and treatment, strengthening exercises, and common technical problems encountered in dance training.
The revised edition has been redesigned with colour photographs, anatomical illustrations, and a section on physiotherapy treatment. With its combination of anatomy, practical exercises, injury management, and technique analysis, it is particularly valuable for dancers, dance teachers, students, and professionals working in dance health and rehabilitation.
Contents
Section One – Anatomy and Physiology
- The Skeleton
- Joints
- Muscles
- The Nervous System
- The Skin
- The Cardiovascular System
- The Alimentary Canal and Digestion
- The Respiratory System
- The Excretory System
- Functional Anatomy Relevant to Dance and Ballet
Section Two – Injuries
- Pathophysiology of Injury
- Types of Injury
- Causes and Complications
- Treatment
- Injury Prevention
- Nutrition
- Unexplained Underperformance
Section Three – Specific Injuries: Their Cause and Treatment
Coverage includes injuries and conditions affecting dancers such as:
- Foot and Ankle Injuries
- Ankle Sprains
- Achilles Tendon Problems
- Stress Fractures
- Plantar Fascia Problems
- Calf Injuries and Cramps
- Knee Problems
- Groin Strains
- Hip Problems
- Sacroiliac Strains
- Back and Lumbar Spine Problems
- Other Dance-Related Injuries
Section Four – Strengthening Exercises
- Strengthening and Conditioning Exercises
- Corrective Exercises for Dancers
- Illustrated Exercise Techniques
- Exercises Supporting Dance Technique and Injury Prevention
Section Five – Technical Faults and Anatomical Variations
Topics include:
- Shoulder-Level Discrepancy
- Rib Problems
- Over-Turning
- Restricted Turnout at the Hips
- Weakness of the Adductors
- Quadriceps Insufficiency
- Tibial Bow
- Swayback Knees
- Tight Calf Muscles
- Other Anatomical Variations Affecting Dance Technique
Reference Material
- Glossary of Ballet Terms
- Anatomical and Technical Reference Material
The five-part organization is documented in descriptions and reviews of this fourth edition; Google Books also identifies Section Four as strengthening exercises and shows the glossary near the end.
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