Muscular imbalances and balance capability in dance

Journal of Occupational Medicine and Toxicology

Julia Schreiter¹  Burkhard Weisser¹  Eileen M. Wanke²  David A. Groneberg² 

[1] Department Sports Medicine and Training Science, Christian-Albrechts-Universität Kiel, Institute of Sports Science;Institute of Occupational, Social and Environmental Medicine, Goethe-University Frankfurt Main;

关键词: Formation dance;    Laterality;    Motor skills;    Injuries;   

DOI  :  10.1186/s12995-018-0218-5

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Abstract Objective A high unilateral load to the musculoskeletal system is specific for formation dance. Due to the lack of data the aim of this study was the side-related (right – left) analysis of strength- and balance capability subject to injuries, gender and performance standards. Methods N = 51 dancers (m: n = 24, f: m = 27) of two performance levels participated in this cross-sectional study. Double-sided tests of the isometric maximal strength of relevant muscle groups and the balance capability were carried out. The tests were supplemented by a self report questionnaire. Results Tests of the isometric maximal strength in the elite performance level showed significant differences between either side of the body. As to the balance capability, no significant side-related differences could be found in. Correlations between the strength capability and the injuries could be observed in either group. Conclusion The significant strength differences are presumably caused by the right-sided load in the dance-specific movements. The cautious conclusion that movement patterns challenge the stability of either side of the body likewise may be allowed. The increased injury frequency at the muscularly stronger side of the body primarily results from an overload. An additive muscular training should be considered as a preventive measure.

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