Evaluation of the Physiological and Psychological Impact of Ballet Performances Across Age Cohorts: An Observational Uncontrolled Case Study.

Autor:	Judge LW; School of Kinesiology, Ball State University, Muncie, IN, USA., Perkins J; Fort Wayne Medical Education Program, Fort Wayne, IN, USA., Wells M; Fort Wayne Medical Education Program, Fort Wayne, IN, USA., Huffman OR; School of Kinesiology, Ball State University, Muncie, IN, USA., Leger A; Department of Applied Physiology School of Kinesiology, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA, USA., Fontenot R; Department of Applied Physiology School of Kinesiology, University of Louisiana at Lafayette, Lafayette, LA, USA., Henriksen B; Fort Wayne Medical Education Program, Fort Wayne, IN, USA., Bellar DM; Health & Clinical Sciences, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, NC, USA.
Jazyk:	angličtina
Zdroj:	Journal of dance medicine & science : official publication of the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science [J Dance Med Sci] 2024 Jun 05, pp. 1089313X241254269. Date of Electronic Publication: 2024 Jun 05.
DOI:	10.1177/1089313X241254269
Abstrakt:	Background: Ballet, epitomized by iconic seasonal performances such as "The Nutcracker," combines artistic expression with considerable physical demands. This study investigated the physiological and psychological responses of ballet dancers to the demands of intensive training and performance, with a specific focus on "The Nutcracker." Methods: Thirty- eight dancers volunteered for the study, including 6 youths (10.5 + 1.8 years, n = 6 female), 7 adolescents (15.4 + 1.1 years, n = 5 female), and 25 adults (21.1 + 2.1 years, n = 20 female). Employing an uncontrolled observational design, this pilot study tracked key biomarkers such as CK-MM for muscle damage and B-ALP for bone health, alongside psychological measures via PANAS-C/PANAS and DASS-21. Results: Significant findings included a post-performance reduction in cortisol and depression levels. Conclusion: These insights advocate for tailored strategies that address the multifaceted needs of dancers, acknowledging the intricate balance required to maintain peak performance and overall health within the demanding realm of professional ballet. Competing Interests: Declaration of Conflicting InterestsThe author(s) declared no potential conflicts of interest with respect to the research, authorship, and/or publication of this article.
Databáze:	MEDLINE
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