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Pointe Assessment Screen Shah Edison (PASSE) for Pointe Readiness: A Pilot Study.

Selina Shah1, Jacquelyn Valenzuela-Moss2, Dana Sheng3

  • 1Selina Shah Dance and Sports Medicine, Walnut Creek, CA, USA.

Journal of Dance Medicine & Science : Official Publication of the International Association for Dance Medicine & Science
|December 26, 2024
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This study introduces the Pointe Assessment Screening Shah Edison (PASSÉ) tool, offering reliable guidelines for ballet dancers preparing for pointe work. The PASSÉ screen demonstrates high interrater agreement for assessing readiness and identifying key areas for training.

Area of Science:

  • Dance Science
  • Sports Medicine
  • Biomechanics

Background:

  • No universal standard exists for determining pointe readiness in ballet dancers.
  • This gap necessitates a reliable screening tool to guide training and preparation.
  • Early identification of readiness factors can prevent injuries and optimize performance.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To preliminarily test and validate the Pointe Assessment Screening Shah Edison (PASSÉ) tool.
  • To establish reliable guidelines for assessing pointe readiness in ballet dancers.
  • To identify specific physical attributes crucial for advancing to pointe work.

Main Methods:

  • Seventeen ballet dancers (aged 9-17) with 4+ years of experience were assessed.
  • The Pointe Assessment Screening Shah Edison (PASSÉ) tool was used by two physicians.
Keywords:
balleten pointeon pointepointereadiness for pointe

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  • Interrater reliability and diagnostic metrics were analyzed using statistical methods.

    • Main Results:

    • The PASSÉ tool showed 94% agreement for overall pointe readiness.
    • Key indicators for readiness included ankle plantarflexion >90°, grand plié stability, and relevé hold.
    • Specific tests like relevé passé, sauté, and airplane demonstrated high specificity for identifying lack of readiness.

    Conclusions:

    • The PASSÉ screen is a reliable tool for assessing pointe readiness with excellent interrater agreement.
    • Dancers must demonstrate proficiency in grand plié, ankle plantar flexion, and relevé.
    • Passing additional tests like sauté, relevé passé, and airplane indicates a high likelihood of readiness.