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DWTS Dancers Battle Pain for the Mirrorball
16 Sep
Summary
- Celebrities endure grueling schedules leading to injuries.
- Injuries range from foot and back pain to ruptured knee cysts.
- Some stars push through severe pain to continue competing.
The rigorous schedule of Dancing With the Stars frequently results in injuries for its celebrity participants. The show's demanding pace, involving hours of daily training, rehearsals, and performances, places immense physical stress on contestants, even those with fitness backgrounds.
Competitors have suffered a variety of ailments, including foot and back injuries like Ariana Madix, groin and back issues like Alfonso Ribeiro, and ruptured knee cysts like Ralph Macchio. Amy Purdy experienced a shoulder and back injury, while Danica McKellar fractured a rib, and Maria Menounos dealt with chin, rib, and foot fractures.
Despite severe pain and medical advisements, many stars persevere. Jennifer Grey notably danced in the season 11 finale after rupturing a disc, and Alfonso Ribeiro overcame his injuries to win season 19. These instances highlight the contestants' determination to compete for the Mirrorball trophy against considerable physical challenges.
