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Dr. Foram Patel, PT, DPT

Dr.Foram is a NY/ NJ licensed Physical therapist & a Dancer at World’s Largest Bollywood Dance Academy who completed her DPT from Utica college in 2016. E-Motion Physical Therapy & Wellness is a brainchild of Dr. Patel's vision to [...]
Special Offers: - Free Dance Injury Screening - Monthly subscription of $205 for 2 private sessions (Recovery or Rehab)
Instagram: @e.motionpt @drforampateldpt
Facebook: @E-Motion Physical Therapy & Wellness
Hours of Operation: Check Website
Address:
2815 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ, USA, Second floor, New Jersey, USA 07306
Jersey City, NJ
64 Fulton Street, New York, NY, USA, Suite 303, New York, USA 10038

Sarah L. Riggen, PT, DPT

Sarah began dancing recreationally at the age of 7 in Metro Detroit. She started dancing competitively by middle school until graduating from high school. As a senior in high school, Sarah was selected as a company member for LA [...]
Special Offers: Free 30 min consults available upon request!
Hours of Operation: Mon-Thurs 7am-7pm; Fri 7am-6pm
Address:
1261 South Lapeer Road, Suite 102, Lake Orion, MI, USA 48360

Christine Lager, PT, DPT

Christine Lager, PT, DPT, is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy and owner of Minnesota Dance Physical Therapy, LLC. She specializes in dance rehabilitation, injury prevention, and safe return to sport. Christine is a former studio, high school, and [...]
Special Offers: Call for available discounts
Instagram: @minnesota.dancept
Hours of Operation: Please contact for scheduling
Address:
St. Louis Park, MN, USA, Minnesota, USA 55416

Megan Richardson, MS, Dipl Ac, LAc, ATC – Megan Richardson Wellness

As a former dancer Megan knows the physical and emotional demands of the performing arts profession and aims to support each client retain health and balance as well as facilitate a quick return to function and health. She has [...]
Instagram: @meganrichardsonwellness
Facebook: @meganrichardsonwellness
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
99 Madison Avenue, New York, NY, USA, 4th Floor, Suite 403, New York, USA 10016

Dr. Daisy Su, PT, DPT

Daisy Su is a Physical Therapist and Pilates Instructor based in Houston, Texas. She received her Bachelor of Science from The University of Texas at Austin and earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from the University of St. Augustine [...]
Special Offers: Contact for available discounts.
Instagram: @daisysudpt
Hours of Operation: By appointment only.
Address:
Houston, Texas, USA

Dr. Nikki Acierno, PT, DPT

Dr. Nikki Acierno is a Physical Therapist located in Albany, NY specialized in treating dancers and athletes across the lifespan. She holds her Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of Vermont. Prior to earning her DPT, she [...]
Special Offers: Take advantage of a FREE 20 minute discovery call. 10% off evaluation if you mention you found me on Doctors for Dancers!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eleve_physical_therapy/
Hours of Operation: By appointment only
Address:
Albany, NY, USA, New York, USA 12203

Jovauna Currey, MD

My specialties are in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. Both of which focus on function and getting my patients back to doing what they love. I also have additional sub-specialty expertise in dance and performing arts medicine. [...]
Instagram: jcurreymd
Facebook: Jovauna Currey
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
3975 Old Redwood Highway, Santa Rosa, CA, USA, Medical Office Building 5, Suite 152, California, USA 95403

Dr Kiernan O’Connor, PT, DPT

Dr. Kiernan O’Connor, PT, DPT is a licensed doctor of physical therapy and founder of a concierge practice serving the greater Tampa Bay area. She holds a Bachelors of Science in Health Sciences from the University of Central Florida [...]
Special Offers: Call for available discounts
Instagram: thecorpspt
Hours of Operation: Check website for availability
Address:
Florida, USA 33716

Aaron Ngor

Aaron Ngor is a Certified Athletic Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist with years of clinical experience working with performing artists. He has worked with a variety of performers in companies and institutions, including Disneyland Resort, Ohio University College [...]
Instagram: @aaronngor / @offset.med
Facebook: Offset Med
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
12000 Firestone Blvd, Norwalk, CA, USA 90650
South Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA, USA, Mobile

Erin Zintek, The Ellové Technique®

Erin is a certified Pilates instructor, certified yoga instructor, and is the co-creator of The Ellové Technique®. She danced professionally in modern/contemporary work, as well as studied ballet, jazz, musical theater, tap, creative movement, improvisation, and loves teaching all [...]
Special Offers: Call for available discounts
Instagram: @theellovetechnique
Facebook: @theellovetechnique
Hours of Operation: Check Website
Address:
Greenville, Wisconsin, USA, Wisconsin, USA

Sherry Lin, MFA, RDN – Rhythm and Nutrition, Inc.

Rhythm and Nutrition (R&N) was started in 2017 by dancer and registered dietitian Sherry Lin. Understanding firsthand the physical, mental and emotional demands of being a dancer, Sherry created R&N to help performing artists and athletes make healthy choices [...]
Instagram: https://www.sherrylinrd.com/nutrition
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhythmandnutritioninc/
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
Chicago, IL, USA, Illinois, USA
Los Angeles, CA, USA

Rebecca Strabala, PT, DPT

Dr. Rebecca Strabala is a licensed Physical Therapist who provides orthopedic physical therapy services, and specializes in providing rehabilitation services for dancers. She has a passion for providing education for dancers and dance educators to allow for a more [...]
Special Offers: Please contact for information regarding in-studio education sessions and injury screens.
Hours of Operation: Monday 7:45 - 5:30; Tuesday 7:45 - 3:15; Wednesday 7:45 - 3:15; Thursday 7:45 - 5:30; Friday 7:45 - 2:30. Hours flexible as needed
Address:
Iowa, USA 52213

Stephanie Foresi MSPT – Foresi’s Individualized Training (FIT)

A former Division II gymnast and coach, Stephanie Foresi, MSPT, has dedicated over 27 years as an orthopedic manual physical therapist specializing in injury treatment, prevention, and safe return to competition. For the past 21 years, she has owned [...]
Special Offers: Available to come to studio for free injury prevention clinics.
Instagram: @fitsports122
Facebook: @stayfitconnecticut
Hours of Operation: 7-8pm Mon-F Sat and Sun by appointment
Address:
122 Spring Street, Southington, CT, USA, D4, Connecticut, USA 06489

Dr. Audrey Lugo, PT, DPT, CSCS

Dr. Audrey Lugo is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy, Dance Medicine Specialist, and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. As a dancer for 20+ years, Audrey experienced several dance-related injuries and chronic pain which led her to her passion [...]
Special Offers: Email for Available Discounts
Instagram: @dr.audreylugo
Address:
Pinecrest, FL, USA, Florida, USA
Pembroke Pines, FL, USA, Florida, USA

Jenna Loewer, DPT- On Pointe Wellness and Rehab PLLC

Jenna Loewer, DPT is a Physical Therapist in Northern Virginia and the owner of On Pointe Wellness and Rehab PLLC. As a former dancer, she developed a love of movement early on. In 2011, she graduated from Nazareth College in Rochester, [...]
Special Offers: $10 off your first in-person or virtual movement assessment
Instagram: @onpointewellness
Facebook: @onpointewellness
Hours of Operation: Check Website
Address:
14540 John Marshall Hwy, Suite 108, Gainesville, VA, Virginia, USA 20155

Lauren Coar, DPT – E-Motion Physical Therapy and Wellness

Dr. Lauren Coar is a dance physical therapist and pilates instructor based in Jersey City at E-Motion Physical Therapy and Wellness. With a lifelong passion for dance, she grew up competing in various styles, which led her to dance [...]
Special Offers: Call or email for special dancer rates and packages
Instagram: @laurencoar.dpt
Hours of Operation: MWF 11:30-8 TTH 10:30-7
Address:
2815 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ, USA, Suite 207, New Jersey, USA 07306

Stephanie Greenspan PT, DPT, OCS, NCS – Artletic Science

Stephanie Greenspan is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with post-graduate residency/fellowship training and board specialties in orthopaedic and neurologic physical therapy. She founded Artletic Science in 2021 with the mission to enhance the health and performance of artist athletes through [...]
Special Offers: email for available discounts
Instagram: @artleticscience
Facebook: @artleticscience
Hours of Operation: By appointment only
Address:
785 7th Street, California, USA 94607
Inside Kinetic Arts Center
755 Frederick Street, California, USA 94117
Inside Circus Center

Natsuko Oshima, PT, DPT – THERAPY EN POINTE, LLC

Natsuko Oshima, PT, DPT is a licensed physical therapist, former professional ballet dancer, and educator specializing in dance and performing arts medicine. She danced professionally and taught ballet across four continents before transitioning into physical therapy. She is the founder [...]
Instagram: @natsukoinsta
Hours of Operation: By appointment only
Address:
Arkansas, USA 72207

Dr. Megan Wise, PT, DPT, CSCS, NCPT

Dr. Megan Wise is a licensed physical therapist and a graduate of New York University with a Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy. She is also a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Nationally Certified Pilates Teacher, and a Certified Life Coach. Dr. [...]
Special Offers: 20 Minute Consultation sessions: A FREE virtual session to chat about your health and fitness needs, barriers, goals and resources to create an action plan that works for YOU!
Instagram: @thebroadwaypt
Hours of Operation: By appointment only- Check website
Address:
32 Union Square East, Suite 402, New York, USA 10013
(On Union Sq East between E 15th and E 16th)
Online, Florida, USA

Kurt Gorrell PT, DPT, CFMT, CSCS, ACSM EP-C, USAW

Kurt Gorrell has been an athlete and fitness enthusiast his entire life. He was a soccer player and competitive gymnast growing up and at the late age of 20 he started dancing where he enjoyed a 16-year career as a [...]
Special Offers: 20% off for all AEA, AGMA, AFTRA members and pre-professional dancers.
Instagram: @kurtgorrell
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kurt.gorrell
Hours of Operation: Monday 10 AM - 7 PM, Tuesday 8:15 AM - 5:15 PM, Wednesday 10 AM - 7 PM, Thursday & Friday 7 AM - 4 PM
Address:
111 Pine, San Francisco, CA, USA, Suite 1315 94111

Jan Dunn, MS – Denver Dance Medicine

Jan Dunn, MS  is a dance educator/dance medicine specialist with 33 years of experience, a Pilates rehabilitation and conditioning specialist for 30 years, and a Franklin Method Educator for 16 years, based in Denver, CO. Her degrees are in [...]
Special Offers: For Private sessions: First session is complimentary / discount offered on 5 or 10 pack of sessions
Facebook: The Bridge Dance Project
Hours of Operation: hours arranged on a personal basis
Address:
Denver, CO, USA, Colorado, USA 80027

Junko Araki, EdD, LCPC, LPC, BC-DMT – Embodied Trust, LLC

Junko Araki, EdD, LCPC, LPC, BC-DMT, is a Japanese/English bilingual licensed professional counselor specializing in somatic psychology, dance/movement therapy, and sport and performance psychology. Junko helps her clients incorporate authentic experience and creative exploration into their day-to-day lives as a [...]
Special Offers: Schedule a 15-minute complimentary call to learn more about my services and to see if we would be a good fit.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embodiedtrust/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/embodiedtrustllc/
Hours of Operation: By appointment
Address:
11160 Veirs Mill Rd. Ste LLH18 #426, Maryland, USA 20902

Dr. Carrie Skony, DC, CCSP- PERFORM Active Wellness + Dance Medicine

Dr. Carrie Skony is a Chiropractic Physician with a post-graduate certification as a Chiropractic Sports Physician, with a specialized focus in Dance Medicine. She has been working with dancers and dance companies throughout the Chicago suburban area since 2005. [...]
Instagram: @drcarrieskony
Facebook: Dr. Carrie Skony
Hours of Operation: Mon & Wednesday 9am-1pm, Tues & Thursday 1pm-7pm
Address:
3080 Ogden Ave, Lisle, IL 60532, USA, Suite 202, Illinois, USA 60532

Nasira Burkholder-Cooley, DrPH, RDN, BFA- Health en Pointe

Nasira is a registered dietitian, fitness expert, and nutrition educator. She was drawn to public health and nutrition as a result of her diverse background in science, fine arts, and fitness. Nasira is currently an adjunct faculty member at [...]
Instagram: @Health_enpointe
Facebook: Healthenpointe
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
200 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, CA, USA, Suite 205, California, USA 92660
Orange County, CA, USA, California, USA
Online, California, USA

Karl Flores- FLRS Training

Karl Flores currently holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Science with an additional focus in physiology. He is also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist who’s mission is to create better beings through human movement. As a trainer for [...]
Instagram: @karl.flrs
Hours of Operation: By Appointment Only
Address:
6610 Lexington Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, USA, California, USA 90038

Yasi Ansari, MS, RDN, CSSD, Yasi Ansari Nutrition

Yasi Ansari is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD). Yasi owns a consulting practice specializing in nutrition for athletic performance and nutrition therapy for eating disorders/disordered eating in Los Angeles, California. She helps athletes [...]
Special Offers: Call for available discounts
Instagram: @yasiansarinutrition
Hours of Operation: Tu, Thu, Sat, Sun
Address:
West Hollywood, California, USA 90069

Kaina Louis-Charles, DPM County Wide Foot and Ankle

Dr. Kaina Louis-Charles is a foot and ankle surgeon with extensive training in reconstructive surgery, trauma care, minimally invasive procedures, and sports injury management. She completed her residency in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle certification [...]
Instagram: @CountyWideFootandAnkle
Hours of Operation: Boynton Office (9-5 Monday, Wednesday, Thursday) (Tuesday 3-4)(9-3 Friday) Wellington Office (9-11 Tuesdays)
Address:
1325 South Congress Avenue, Unit 108, Florida, USA 33426
10115 Forest Hill Blvd, Suite 102 33414

Jacky Thai, PTA, BS, EMR – Resilient Recovery

Jacky brings a unique blend of clinical expertise and dance experience to his practice. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Houston (2015) and an Associate of Applied Science in Physical Therapy Assistant from [...]
Instagram: @jthaitea / @resilientrecovery.htx
Hours of Operation: By appointment only - please contact via phone (text), e-mail, or Instagram.
Address:
Texas, USA

Jordan Haydel, FITT, Certified Personal Trainer – NFPT

Hey everyone!  My name is Jordan "JoLee" Haydel, and I am currently a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) as well as in school to become a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) specializing in treating artistic athletes. I danced from the age of [...]
Special Offers: Call for available discounts
Instagram: @fitt_br and @iam_jo_lee
Facebook: @FITTBR
Hours of Operation: M-TH: 5AM-7PM; F: 5am-6pm; Sat: 7am-2pm
Address:
9306 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, USA, USA 70810

Jennifer Gallegos, PT, DPT

Jennifer Gallegos is a physical therapist with over 10 years of experience treating professional and pre-professional dancers as well as recreational athletes. She grew up dancing in Albuquerque, went to PT school in New York, and currently resides in [...]
Special Offers: Please call for available discounts
Instagram: @jengallegos87/
Hours of Operation: Mon, Tue, Thu 11-7:30 for PT, Wed and Fri 11-6 for Pilates
Address:
1100 H St NW, Suite LL 110, District of Columbia, USA 20005