Perspectives of Physical Therapists Regarding the Use and Value of Screening Assessments and Preventative Programs for Elite-Level Dancers.

Inconsistency exists in research findings regarding the use and efficacy of screening assessments for elite-level dancers. The purpose of this study was to gain an understanding of physical therapists' perspectives on the use and value of screening assessments and preventative measures in this population in order to inform future research and clinical care. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine physical therapists with a caseload of at least 25% dancers aged ≥ 14 years and enrolled in a professional or pre-professional program (i.