(Boston Children's Hospital)

https://www.childrenshospital.org/sports-injury-prevention/dance

This source talks about how common injuries are in dance, mainly because of how repetitive the training is. A lot of dancers start young and specialise early, which means their bodies are under pressure while they’re still developing. Because of this, overuse injuries are really common, where issues build up over time rather than happening suddenly.

It also highlights how much strain is placed on areas like the feet, ankles, knees, hips and lower back. Movements like jumping, turning and landing all add stress to these areas, especially if technique or alignment isn’t right. One of the main takeaways from this is how important proper technique and progression is. If dancers move too quickly through levels or practise with poor alignment, it can lead to long-term problems. It really reinforces the idea that how you train matters just as much as how often you train.