Dance Physical Therapy
Dance Physical Therapy combines traditional physical therapy principles with an in-depth understanding of dance technique, movement patterns, and performance demands. Rather than simply treating an injury, dance physical therapy evaluates how your body moves during dance-specific activities and identifies factors that may be contributing to pain, limitations, or decreased performance.
Common Injuries Treated:
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Achilles tendonitis
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Lateral ankle sprains
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Meniscal Tears
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Hip flexor tendinopathy
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Low back pain
FAQ's
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What are the benefits of dance physical therapy?
Physical therapy can help you recover safely while maintaining as much activity as possible throughout the rehabilitation process. Beyond treating current injuries, dance physical therapy can identify movement patterns, muscle imbalances, mobility restrictions, and training factors that may increase injury risk.
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Do you work with dancers of all ages?
Yes! Dance physical therapy can benefit dancers of all ages and levels, from young recreational dancers to competitive, collegiate, and professional performers. Treatment is tailored to the dancer's age, experience level, goals, and training demands.
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Will I have to stop dancing during physical therapy?
Not necessarily. Many dancers can continue participating at some level during rehabilitation. Treatment is individualized based on the injury, symptoms, and performance schedule, with the goal of keeping dancers moving safely while supporting recovery.