Physical Education 12 Dance and Its Benefits.pptx

Dance and Its Benefits

1. Dance and its Benefits

2. At the end of the module, you should be able to: • Define dance
• Undertake physical activity and physical fitness assessments
• Determine the risk factors related to dance injuries

3. WHAT IS DANCE? Dance is an art of rhythmic bodily movements that projects an ordered sequence of moving visual　patterns of line, solid shape, and color (Thomas Munro in Kraus and Gaufman , 1981).　Dance can be seen among all the people and civilizations of the world. Dances thrived at the different periods of history and most were a result of intercultural exchange and contact (Alejandro and Santos- Gana , 2002). Dance has been a major form of religious ritual and social expression within primitive cultures. It was used as a way of expressing and reinforcing tribal unity and strength, as an approach for courtship and mating, and as a means of worship, communication, and therapeutic experience.

4. BENEFITS OF DANCE When done regularly, dancing is a good way to develop and muscular endurance, body　composition ( Malvar , 2006) as well as balance and flexibility (Fine, 1891; Keller, 2007; Childs, 2007). Dance training also improves coordination and also gives other psychological health benefits as compared to other forms of exercise. Dance provides a unique opportunity for meaningful group involvement as it encourages intense, positive social interaction and interpersonal relationships in a　working group and gives a sense of togetherness in a group. Dance promotes a　place or country’s rich　culture through showcasing the different cultural dances. It is through looking at the different dances of other countries will one see the value of one’s culture.

5. FACTORS THAT INCREASE THE RISK OF INJURY AMONG DANCERS According to the Meeuwisse model (1994), some intrinsic factors predispose an individual to injury and another set of extrinsic factors increases the susceptibility of an individual. However, these risk factors require an event that will lead to an injury.

6. Several factors have been found associated with these injuries such: 1. Poor body alignment and technique. – The anatomical alignment and technique of the dancer are some of the intrinsic factors that are commonly associated with an injury. Dance requires moving the limbs in a controlled and precise manner. These movements are anchored at the trunk, which means that the trunk should be stable, and the spine is aligned properly. Poor spinal alignment and low trunk stability can lead to uncoordinated movements, which predispose an individual to injury. Some dance styles such as break dancing require perfect execution of technique to ensure safety of the individual.

7. Several factors have been found associated with these injuries such: 2. Excessive training duration and intensity . –Excessive training and limited recovery impair the ability to heal and repair damaged tissues. Intense technique training will most likely lead to microscopic injury to the musculoskeletal structures due to repetitive loading. Without proper rest and sufficient nutrition, the body is not able to rebuild the tissues and this predisposes the dancer to severe injury. An abrupt increase in training intensity will also lead to this scenario.

8. Several factors have been found associated with these injuries such: 3. Hard dance floor. –The floor is where dancers rehearse and perform. An optimal dance floor should be able to absorb the impact that is generated by the performer. A hard floor does not help in dissipating the impact and returns the force to the dancer. The repetitive shock absorbed by foot would eventually damage the foot or other parts of the lower extremity.

9. Several factors have been found associated with these injuries such: 4. Poor shoe design . – Footwear can correct foot mechanics and reduce the impact on the foot. A shoe that does not fit properly or has insufficient shock absorption will significantly contribute to injury risk. Furthermore, some materials used on the soles do not offer sufficient traction on the floor and this could lead to slips and falls.

10. Several factors have been found associated with these injuries such: 5. Muscle imbalance. – Muscle imbalance is an uncoordinated muscle action because of uneven strength between muscle groups. This is attributed to various factors such as anatomy, technique, and past injury. For example, the thigh muscles pull up the patella or kneecap every time it contracts. In many individuals, the muscles on the outer thigh are much stronger than the muscles on the inner thigh. This causes the patella to move slightly outwards instead of going up straight. Over time, the repetitive abnormal motion of the patella irritates the knee joint, which leads to pain and inflammation ( Sommer , 1988).

11. An injury is a damage to your body. Injuries can happen at work or play, indoors or outdoors, driving a car, or walking across the street. There are two types of musculoskeletal injuries: acute and chronic. Acute injuries occur when the mechanical force that is absorbed by the musculoskeletal structure is more than what it is accustomed to. The onset of pain and other symptoms occur immediately after the impact. Chronic injuries occur due to repetitive trauma and the body is not given enough time to recover. The onset of the pain and other symptoms occur at a gradual rate, which is usually worsened with activity or training. WHAT ARE THE COMMON TYPES OF DANCE-RELATED INJURIES?

12. The cause of injury is an interplay of the factors that make an individual susceptible to injury and biomechanical stress experienced by the musculoskeletal structure. While there are no strategies that would prevent someone from getting injured; an injury is significantly reduced when the factors associated with it are addressed. WHAT ARE SOME STRATEGIES THAT COULD REDUCE INJURY RISK?

13. STRATEGIES THAT COULD REDUCE INJURY RISK 1. Programmed exercise and training It has been reported that dancers are not as physically fit as other types of athletes. Moreover, several studies reported that poor cardiovascular endurance increase the risk of dance-related injuries ( Angioi et al., 2009), Most injuries occur as fatigue sets in. A dance training session is commonly divided into a warm-up, technique training, choreography, and cool-down. The bulk of the training session is devoted to technique training and learning choreography. Refining the dance technique and learning choreography does not trigger cardiovascular changes in the same manner as endurance training. Aerobic exercise and resistance exercises must be included in the overall training program.

14. STRATEGIES THAT COULD REDUCE INJURY RISK 2. Adequate recovery Recovery is an important phase of training. It is the period wherein the body repairs and rebuilds itself. Many dancers take several classes a day and spend more than　three hours a day in training and rehearsals. This regimen depletes energy sources and the nutrients that are important to normal body function. Without proper recovery, the body will be weak and fatigue easily, which predisposes the dancer to injury. There are two key factors to effective recovery; nutrition and rest. Proper eating habits and adequate sleep aid in replenishing nutrients and repairing the tissues.

15. STRATEGIES THAT COULD REDUCE INJURY RISK 3. Appropriate environment A suspended floor is a floor designed to absorb the impact when dancing or jumping. It can accommodate the force because it has a dense foam block between the wood and the concrete. This reduces the force absorbed by the musculoskeletal structures and minimizes the risk of injury. The floor should be properly maintained and not slippery. Dancers prefer a training facility or performance center that is a bit warm because it helps them in their warm-up and prepares them psychologically.

16. STRATEGIES THAT COULD REDUCE INJURY RISK 4. Proper footwear Shoes protect the lower extremities from injury by reducing the impact when dancing. Shoes can correct overpronation of the foot, which has been linked to plantar fasciitis and fat pad contusions. A properly fitted shoe insert can also prevent excessive foot movement and reduces the risk of twisting the foot. An orthotic shoe　insert can also prevent excessive foot movement and correct overpronation

17. STRATEGIES THAT COULD REDUCE INJURY RISK 5. Proper warm-up and technique Dance movements require a great degree of flexibility. A proper warm-up helps improve flexibility before dance training or performance. Beginners need to learn the proper technique to minimize the risk of straining the muscles. Surveys among dancers show that technique training from teachers who were aware of the anatomical limitations helped reduce the risk of injury.

18. STRATEGIES THAT COULD REDUCE INJURY RISK 6. Cross-training Many dancers feel stressed because they are pressured to be perfect. The inability to manage stress leads to fatigue and burnout which is associated with an injury. Cross-training is a type of physical training that is different from what is usually performed. It helps maintain physical fitness but it minimizes the mental stress that is associated with dancing.

19. STRATEGIES THAT COULD REDUCE INJURY RISK 7. Early recognition Pain is a good indicator that there is damage to the tissue. However, dancers and athletes tend to have a higher tolerance for pain. Moreover, they associate pain with improvement and part of the training. It is only when the pain becomes intolerable that they would consider consulting a physician. At this point, the condition has worsened, and the only remedy is complete rest and medication. This can be avoided if the dancer recognizes the pain early and seeks medical advice.

20. THAT’S ALL THANK YOU AND GOD BLESS PRESENTED BY GROUP 1 JEANZ PEARL C. LUAB MARIEL DIONALDO JESREL BUEN JEAH MAE BAJA RICHEE LUMONTOC ZERETH SHAHAR PITALGO