Medical problems of performing artists
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Med Probl Perform Art · Jun 2022
Perspectives and Experiences of College-Aged Singers Regarding Voice Injury and Visiting the ENT: A Phenomenological Approach.
Among singers, stigma surrounding voice injury can affect self-esteem, self-efficacy, and self-worth and can lead to hesitancy to disclose vocal injuries for fear of damaging their career. In addition, stressors in the singer-physician relationship can work against positive interactions with physicians. ⋯ The purpose of this study was to a) examine the perspectives and experiences of college-aged singers regarding voice injury and visiting an ear, nose, and throat physician (ENT), and b) identify behaviors of singers and ENT physicians that establish a functional and healthy relationship with the other. Following an interpretive phenomenological design, 6 collegiate singers were interviewed using a semi-structured guide, and from the results of these interviews three emergent themes were generated: a) the emotional connection of a singer and their voice, b) the presence of stigma surrounding voice injury, and c) the barriers to effective relationships between a singer and an ENT physician.
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Med Probl Perform Art · Mar 2022
Effects of Rehearsal Time and Repertoire Speed on Upper Trapezius Activity in Conservatory Piano Students.
Repetitive piano play may overload neck and shoulder muscles and tendons, leading to playing-related musculoskeletal disorders (PRMDs). ⋯ Playing faster presented higher magnitudes of activity of the upper trapezius. The decrease in the median frequency in response to long rehearsals may be a sign of muscle fatigue.
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Med Probl Perform Art · Mar 2022
Differences in Foot Characteristics Between Bharatanatyam Dancers and Age-Matched Non-Dancers.
The ankle-foot complex is the third most common site of pain in Indian dancers. In Bharatanatyam dance, rhythmic stamping performed barefoot at varying speeds may influence the height of the medial longitudinal arch, causing structural alteration of the ankle-foot complex. As little information is available on the ankle-foot complex of Bharatanatyam dancers, the present study was conducted to test the hypothesis that foot characteristics of Bharatanatyam dancers differ from those of non-dancers. ⋯ Greater plantar loading and an over-pronated foot during the most commonly performed weight-bearing activity of daily living (e.g., walking) explain the common prevalence of ankle and foot pain among dancers. These findings will inform clinicians and Bharatanatyam dancers on dancer's foot function and guide strategies for prevention and management of foot pain.
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Med Probl Perform Art · Mar 2022
Rotational Movement of the Upper Limbs Associated with the Aesthetic Appreciation of Ballet.
This study aimed to identify the structure of upper limb movements in ballet dancers that affect the audience's perception of the aesthetics and to examine if upper limb rotational movement is a factor contributing to the aesthetics of ballet. ⋯ The results sup¬ported the hypothesis that rotational movement of the upper limbs is a factor contributing to the aesthetics of upper limb movements in ballet and will be useful for understanding the intrinsic aesthetics of upper limb movements in ballet.
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To evaluate how performing artists (PAs) with chronic pain may differ on measures of substance use compared to non-PA controls. ⋯ Among persons with chronic pain, PAs may have higher risk for opioid-related consequences, including OUD, and should be screened during health care encounters.