Inspired by my recent talk at The Dancewear Association of Canada conference, in this episode I summarize some of the common challenges we see in pointe shoe fitting.
I have broken down these challenges into 2 main categories: skin/nail health and structural/biomechanical issues. This episode goes through some of the common causes of these issues, both from a shoe fitting perspective and a physical/anatomical perspective.
I also discuss the importance of a collaborative approach to pointe shoe fitting including the dancer, the shoe fitter, the healthcare provider and the dance teacher.
Additional podcast episodes mentioned in this episode:
Episode 4: Pre-Pointe Assessments
Episode 106: Pointe Readiness Assessments for Dancers
Episode 24: Posterior Ankle Impingement
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