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Posterior Ankle Impingement Syndrome in Dancers

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Posterior ankle impingement syndrome (PAIS) is a condition characterized by posterior ankle pain, typically resulting from forced or repetitive plantar flexion. It is one of the most common injuries in ballet dancers, making appropriate diagnosis and treatment essential. The purpose of this narrative review is to summarize the anatomy, pathology, diagnostic assessment, and treatment strategies of PAIS, with special emphasis on dance-specific biomechanics and return-to-dance considerations following treatment.

Source: Journal of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Science

DOI: 10.64079/jofas.2025-0010

Authors: Mai Katakura, John G. Kennedy, James D.F. Calder

Institutions: Institute of Science Tokyo, NYU Langone Health, New York University, Fortius Clinic, Imperial College London

Language: English

Topic: Foot and Ankle Surgery

Subfield: Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W7171319052

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