Now we’re in the middle of the Dublin Fringe Festival we can see many different performing arts on view. From hip hop to ballet, every form of dance pushes the boundaries of what the body will do. Sometimes these inspiring performances come at a cost and unfortunately musculoskeletal injuries are common in dancers. Dance injuries including: Ankle Sprains Ankle sprains are an extremely common dance injury. They can occur with landing from a jump, sudden twisting or turning movements or with going off balance when dancing ‘en pointe’. This can be a very painful injury with swelling and bruising often appearing soon after the injury. Initial management of an ankle sprain … Continue reading Common Dance Injuries