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What Dancers, Teachers, and Directors Need to Know About Concussions

What Dancers, Teachers, and Directors Need to Know About Concussions

by Hana Le | Mar 24, 2026 | Health & Body, News, Pointe+

When people hear the word “concussion,” they may picture a football player or mixed martial artist. But sport isn’t the only high-contact activity that can result in head injury—dancing can lead to concussions too. High-contact partnering, daring lifts, and tricky...
Concussions Are More Than a Bump on the Head. Here's What Dancers Need to Know

Concussions Are More Than a Bump on the Head. Here's What Dancers Need to Know

by Madeline Schrock | Oct 20, 2020 | Health & Body

Your partner accidentally drops you during a lift. You collide head-on with another dancer in rehearsal. Or you’re hit in the face while you’re spotting a turn. Even if you didn’t lose consciousness, you may have a concussion, which can occur from a...
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