A comprehensive healing method is crucial, and at ART ATHLETES, the approach goes beyond the physical body to explore every aspect that could contribute to an injury. Since dance is not just an art form or sport, but a true lifestyle, time is invested in considering emotional states, dietary habits, the surrounding environment, and the dance activities themselves in the diagnosis. The goal is not only to alleviate current symptoms but also to develop a deep understanding of how the injury occurred to effectively prevent its recurrence.
This can include:
• Strengthening dance-specific muscle groups
• Manual techniques to relieve strained muscle areas
• Taping techniques to support the resumption of training
• Education on the anatomy of the affected body region
• Advice on lifestyle adjustments such as sleep habits, nutrition, and more
Additional dance medicine services
Dance Assessments
A dance assessment is like a tailored health check for dancers, examining their flexibility, strength, and technique to refine talents and nip potential injuries in the bud. It is an in-depth dance with data and diagnoses, enabling the development of customized training strategies to ensure a safe and powerful stage presence.
Preparation for pointe work
The preparation for pointe work is an artful ballet of strengthening, stretching, and balancing that elevates dancers to the peak of their abilities. Through targeted training, the muscles of the feet and ankles are strengthened, proprioception is sharpened, and flexibility is enhanced, enabling dancers to glide on their toes with elegant confidence. This holistic preparation ritual allows dancers to master the physical challenges of pointe work with grace and skill.