Posterior ankle pain can be incredibly limiting — especially if you’re a dancer, athlete, or performer who relies on deep plantarflexion and powerful push‑off movements. One of the most common causes of pain at the back of the ankle is os trigonum syndrome, a condition frequently seen in ballet dancers, footballers, gymnasts, and runners. If […]
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(And What Dancers Should Know Before Their Assessment) For many dancers, a pre-pointe assessment feels mysterious. You know it’s incredibly important and a big achievement but unless you’ve had one before, it’s often unclear what you’re actually being tested on. At Performance Podiatry Sydney, we regularly assess dancers who are enthusiastic, hardworking, and technically capable […]
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Preparation for Pointe Assessments: Building Strength, Confidence and Safety Before Going En Pointe
Starting pointe work is one of the most exciting milestones in a dancer’s journey. To make this transition smooth, safe, and successful, many dancers choose to complete a Preparation for Pointe Assessment with a podiatrist in the 3 to 12 months leading up to their formal pointe assessment. This appointment introduces the elements that will […]