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Jennifer Ellison cut er head open while doing the scorpion kick on Dancing On Ice
SKATING ON THIN ICE

Is Dancing On Ice dangerous, what were the worst injuries this series and what are the most daring moves ever pulled off?

DANCING On Ice is the show that takes brave celebrities and transforms them into skating stars.

But what are the most dangerous moves ever to be performed on the show? Here's the lowdown...

 Suzanne Shaw with pro skating partner Matt Evers
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Suzanne Shaw with pro skating partner Matt EversCredit: ITV

What are the most daring moves ever done on Dancing On Ice?

The Scorpion Kick

Soap actress Jennifer Ellison pulled off the daredevil Scorpion kick on the 2012 series - but sliced her head open in the process.

The move involved throwing her leg back in a high arch and Jennifer was so flexible that she accidentally cut herself in the head with her blade.

She carried on regardless with partner Daniel Whiston and managed to score 19 out of 30 from the judges.

 Jennifer Ellison cut er head open while doing the scorpion kick on Dancing On Ice
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Jennifer Ellison cut er head open while doing the scorpion kick on Dancing On IceCredit: Rex Features

The Whirly Bird

This complex move requires the female skater to hold one leg in the air while being spun around by her partner.

In 2013 Beth Tweddle suffered a hard fall while practising this move but she was unscathed and went on to win the series.

Other celebs to successfully master this move include Sam Attwater who won the 2011 series.

 Beth Tweddle fell hard while doing the Whirly Bird but went on to win the show
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Beth Tweddle fell hard while doing the Whirly Bird but went on to win the showCredit: ITV

The Neck Spin

The neck spin is a daredevil move which requires the female skater to wrap their legs around their partner's neck.

In 2012 Jorgie Porter accidentally sliced Matt Evers' face in a dress rehearsal while performing this move - but they did it perfectly on the live show.

Chloe Madeley also pulled off this move when she appeared on the 2011 series.

 Jorgie Porter hurt her partner Matt Evers while doing a neck spin on Dancing On Ice
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Jorgie Porter hurt her partner Matt Evers while doing a neck spin on Dancing On IceCredit: ITV

The Overhead Backflip

EastEnders actor Stefan Booth pulled off this daring move on the first ever series of the show in 2006.

Despite his partner Kristina Lenko having doubts about the move they managed to pull it off.

Stefan went on to come second overall in the competition, losing out to winner Gaynor Faye.

 Sam Attwater with partner Brianne Delcourt
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Sam Attwater with partner Brianne DelcourtCredit: Rex Features

The Headbanger

The Headbanger or Bounce Spin is a chilling move in which the female skater is swung round by her partner with her head coming very close to the ice.

Stars who have pulled it off include Bonnie Langford, Hayley Tamaddon, Roxanne Pallett and Jorgie Porter.

In 2006 David Seaman dropped his partner Pam O'Connor in a dress rehearsal and she banged her chin so they left this move out of their routine - but Sam Attwater managed to pull it off in 2011.

 Kristina Cousins with Stefan Booth
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Kristina Cousins with Stefan BoothCredit: Rex Features

The Roman Cradle

The Roman Cradle is a risky move which requires the female skater to rest her blades on her partner's chest while leaning forward.

Chloe Madeley managed to pull this off in 2011 with her partner Michael Zenezini.

The pair finished in third place overall.

 Chloe Madeley managed to do the Roman Cradle on Dancing On Ice
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Chloe Madeley managed to do the Roman Cradle on Dancing On IceCredit: Ken McKay

What injuries have there been on Dancing on Ice 2019?

The Dancing on Ice contestants have suffered several grizzly injuries this year.

James Jordan dropped his professional partner Alexandra Schauman on her head during rehearsals, but luckily she didn't suffer any serious injuries.

She seems to have returned the favour though as she accidentally kicked him between the legs just before the final.

He also ripped open his hernia and is suffering lower back pain as a result.

Wes Nelson popped a bone out of his wrist ahead of the finale but it is not expected to jeopardise his performance.

He had previously almost broken his knee and was left with a huge swelling.

Gemma Collins took a tumble before she was booted out of the show, leaving her in a wheelchair and covered in bruises.

Finalist Saara Aalto hurt her ribs while training, telling BBC Breakfast that she was struggling to sleep because of the pain.

Coronation Street star Jane Danson collapsed on the ice during rehearsals but made a quick recovery.

Brian McFadden dislocated his shoulder just a week into the competition, but he was able to continue and made the semi-final.

Loose Women panellist Saira Khan said she had injured her ribs while practising lifts, leaving her unable to move parts of her body.

Melody Thornton suffered a horror fall and smashed her face during training, leading to fears she would pull out of the competition.

Cricketer Ryan Sidebottom pulled out of one week of the show after he sustained a groin injury.

When is Dancing On Ice on ITV?

Dancing On Ice launched on Sunday January 6, 2019 and the final will air on Sunday (March 10) from 6pm to 8pm.

Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean will return as judges alongside Jason Gardiner and Ashley Banjo.

The skating line up includes Love Island star Wes Nelson, Didi Conn, Saara Aalto and Corrie's Jane Danson.

Jake Quickenden and Vanessa Bauer win Dancing On Ice 2018
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