Tendonitis, shin splints and problems with ankles and feet are common injuries among dancers. Some of these injuries can end a dancer's career. Hear Dr. Nancy Kadel, an orthopedic surgeon and former professional dancer, discuss how treating the early signs of stress and strain can prevent debilitating injuries.
Dr. Nancy Kadel and her work in the Healthy Dancers Clinic in which she and other Orthopaedic Surgery faculty participate is highlighted in this SF Chronicle story.