Dance and Dancers’ Injuries by Chris Caldwell is an accessible guide to understanding the injuries and physical problems commonly encountered by dancers.
Written for dancers as well as those involved in their training and care, the book explains dance-related injury problems in an easy-to-read format supported by photographs and line drawings. It addresses common causes of dancers’ injuries and approaches to prevention, helping readers develop greater awareness of the physical demands placed on the dancing body.
The book is particularly relevant to dancers, dance teachers, parents, and physiotherapists seeking a practical introduction to dance injuries and their prevention.
Contents
The following topics are covered:
- Dance Injuries and Their Common Causes
- Injury Prevention for Dancers
- Physical Problems Affecting Dancers
- Lower-Limb Injuries
- Knee Problems
- Hip Problems
- Treatment and Physical Therapy
- Bibliography
- Glossary
- Index
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