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Abstract
Three experiments examined the effectiveness of augmented feedback (AFB) on the performance of a relatively complex, applied task. The objective was to reduce foot pronation during barre exercise in dance. Experiment 1: Ten novice performers were assigned to either an AFB group or an appropriate control group and were tested on three days. A greater decrease in foot pronation over days was found for the AFB group. Experiment 2: Eight experienced dancers with chronic foot pronation were tested pre, mid, and post use of a feedback unit (n = 4) or a “dummy” unit (n = 4). The feedback group demonstrated the greater decrease in foot pronation. Experiment 3: Four dancers with chronic foot pronation were monitored during an entire barre of an actual dance class prior to and following use of a feedback unit. A significant and similar decrease in foot pronation was found for all barre exercises. The data suggest that AFB would effectively accelerate the correction of foot pronation in dance. These results demonstrate the effectiveness of concurrent AFB on the performance of a complex skill in an applied setting.
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