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THE EFFECTS OF ‘DANCE 11+’ PROGRAMME ON
REDUCING THE RISK OF ANKLE INJURY FOR
COLLEGIATE CONTEMPORARY DANCERS
ABSTRACT
RESEARCH BACKGROUND
‘Dance 11+’ is a neuromuscular training programme that is specifically adapted to
dancing from ‘FIFA 11+’. However, it is uncertain to determine whether participation
in the ‘Dance 11+’ program results in a decrease in the number and severity of injury.
Since ‘FIFA 11+’ effectively reduces the rate of injury at the professional level, it is
anticipated that introducing ‘Dance 11+’ into professional dancers’ exercise can also
CHING PAK HONG have the same effect.
BSocSc (Hons) in Sports and METHODOLOGY
Recreation Management 10 collegiate dancers were recruited from the Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts.
Department of Sport and Recreation 6 participants were randomly allocated to the ‘Intervention group’ and 4 participants
were assigned to the ‘Control group’. Both groups would go through ‘pre-test’ and
‘post-test’. The tests include the use of hand-held dynamometer for testing of hip
abduction and ankle eversion, single-leg side hop and single-leg hop in stability and
modified-balance error scoring system in balance.
OBJECTIVES Intervention group involved 5 weeks ‘Dance 11+’ training, a 30-minute session per
week.
The study aims to explore the effect of
the “Dance 11+” programme on reducing FINDINGS
ankle injuries for collegiate dancers, by Single leg stance has statistical significance in the modified-balance scoring system.
improving muscle strength balance and Other tests have no statistical significance.
stability of the ankle joints.
ABOUT THE INVESTIGATOR
I am an outgoing THEi student who enjoys sharing experiences with others. I have a
passion for hiking and dancing, which are my habits in dealing with pressure.
I truly appreciate my supervisor, Mr. Indy HO’s dedicated guidance and teaching
approach. His passion has inspired me to delve deeper into injury-prevention
programme.
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