Date of Completion

2021

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy

Keywords

Pain, Patient Acceptance of Health Care, Dancing

Abstract

This study aims to understand the concept of pain and health seeking behavior of street dancers. This research used qualitative descriptive study which aims to determine experiences of dancers on pain and/or injury as well as determine the factors that contribute to their health seeking behavior. The researchers conclude that street dancers’ concepts of pain and behaviors towards seeking health are deeply influenced by the culture they live as dancers. Their relationships with teammates and coaches, as well as their inner impulses and aspirations shape their beliefs and attitudes towards pain/injury as well as fuel their actions in response to adversity. Understanding the context behind dancers’ pain and injury, the foundation on which every choice is built upon, is imperative in not only the development of therapeutic interventions, but in knowing how to deal with such clients. The treatment of dancers is not a “one size fits all” situation and medical professionals everywhere should be properly educated on the factors affecting the behavior dancers have when it comes to their craft and the consequences born from it.

First Advisor

Billy Jay N. Pedron, PTRP, MSHSM, PhD

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