Dance PT Podcast

Dr. Aliya Bahjet is coming on to dive into the research and discuss wrist injuries in hip hop dancers. . I am thrilled to be having this discussion in the Dance Physical Therapists group! . If you have an interest in treating all types of dancers, this is a talk that should not be missed. . I could not be more grateful for this opportunity to learn and grow in my evidence-based practice.

Angie Agrawal is coming on live to discuss knee pain in hip hop dancers. . Angie has taken the time out to isolate some studies to help us better understand how to care for this specific injury. . This is an opportunity to become better acquainted with potential causes for these knee symptoms and how to recover/prevent them. . It is an honor to get this knowledge from such a passionate individual....

Right now, in the era of the pandemic, it is hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. . Many of us are in some type of grind and in survival mode. . Whether you are a student or professional PT, you all have your hardships. Many of you are settling because of the current situation. . How do we calm down from all of this? . My Dance PT Program 3.0 student and professional PT, Amanda Till, is...

Are you doubting yourself as a dance PT because you don't think your body fits their world? . Man, we always come up with reasons to doubt ourselves and this is a painful one. . My boo, Kailee Sylvester, has agreed to come on and talk about this major issue we don't talk about AND WE SHOULD. . If we are telling others that all sizes are beautiful, we need to tell that to ourselves and each other i...

In physical therapy, you deserve to live your dream life. . Someone say otherwise, proceed to ignore. This is your life, so claim it! . It is an honor to have Linda Allen come on tonight to help you get out of your way and move towards the life you deserve.

I am bringing out the big guns in this interview! . Adrian Miranda, media wiz, is coming on to help teach you easy ways to create quality videos that will showcase you as a dance physical therapist. . Seriously, you don't want to miss this. . Make sure you have a notepad to not miss all the valuable knowledge he has to share.

As I've gotten to know people in the Dance Physical Therapists Facebook group, I've learned there are a good number of moms in it. . That being said, it is easy to think that the dream of treating dancers is more distant as you raise another human being. . Laycee Dorcin, PT, is here to empower you to follow your dream.

I'm all about being a part of the change and Andrew Tran from Physiomemes is coming on today to help make that happen. . We are discussing how we can help black student and professional PTs & GET BADASS T-SHIRTS! . I want success for each of you and it to be a level playing field. Period. Watch this to get inspired to make a positive difference in this world!

Let's talk about imposter syndrome in the dance PT world. . Whoof. . This is such a virus that is silently spread within ourselves and it does not belong. . Santi Villamil is an expert on imposter syndrome and he is taking out the time to talk about when it really comes on strong - during dance clinical rotations. . I cannot wait for this discussion and the individual growth we will all get from S...

I got my buddy, Joe Castelli, coming on and I couldn't be more excited. . Joe has been treating dancers in Aladdin on Broadway and does not come from a dance background. . Even without theatre experience, Joe has helped many performers through strength training. He's incredible! . It's an absolute joy to be bringing Joe on today and I'm sure his friend from the Dance PT 1.0 Program will be stoked...

I have literally spoken to quite a few people about how they are raising children and don't know how to make things work time-wise for starting a business that specializes in dance PT. . I get it. Preston Brown, a dear PT friend of mine, completely gets it. . Preston is coming on to share his experience and how he has made things work. . Get ready to be inspired and motivated!

There is no denying how important this topic is ... and this time I thought I'd bring in the big guns, Josh Payne. . Josh is one of my mentors who has been helping me tremendously as I develop a network from scratch in a state I have never lived in. . With a starting point of zero, Josh has made the biggest difference. . In this talk, Josh will be here to help YOU with this nasty problem. There ar...

Jagunath Sva, physical therapist, comes on to discuss how vulnerability can help your patients!

Fitzherbet Harry, physical therapist, comes on to discuss working for others to working for yourself!

Kitiboni Rolle-Adderley, physical therapist, comes on to discuss lymphedema and chronic swelling in dancers!

Daria Oller, physical therapist, comes on to discuss treating tap dancers!

TaVona Boggs, physical therapist, comes on to discuss mindset and resilience in physical therapy!

Tameka Duncan, physical therapist, comes on to talk about building a private practice for a niche!

Sesame Street Theme Park Dancer and Musical Theatre Performer, CHRISTY LITTLE, shares her injury story. P.S. She is primarily a dancer who also sings and acts professionally.

Broadway Star, ANDREA DOTTO, shares her injury story. P.S. She is a singer, actor, and dancer on Broadway.

Broadway Star, Sissy Bell, shares her injury story. P.S. She is a singer, actor, and dancer on Broadway.

There is no denying that we are living through a different trajectory no matter what career we are trying to achieve. As current/future dance physical therapists, we can no longer rely on others to make our dreams happen. People are having a tough enough time taking care of themselves. We need to be our own superheroes. This new grad, Sherrill William, is taking matters into her own hands and OWNI...

Jake Manley, physical therapist, comes on to discuss treating dancers without a dance background!

Andrew Tran, Mr. Physiomemes, is coming on to speak on his journey that lead to a career he never planned on doing. He has brought so many smiles and tons of laughter to the PT community through his success. Could you imagine a world without Physiomemes? I truly can't. This information is great for anyone in this group who is looking to do a career change to work with dancers or who may be looking...

Cody Gardner, a performing arts PT, is coming on to speak on PT for dancers who sing and are struggling to maintain their vocal health. He has helped a multitude of dancers on Broadway tours. This information is super valuable for anyone wanting to work with dancers/musical theatre performers.