Dance Medicine is the practice of healing and preventing dance-related injuries through physical therapy, rehabilitation services, cross training, personal training, and educational lectures specialized for dancers. These services are meant to balance the flexibility and strength within the dance body through conditioning and training. Such a balance will help prevent future injury.
Our goal is to evaluate, treat, and educate artists in the prevention of dance-related injuries. The staff at Marathon Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine is well trained to address physical and psychological needs of the artist.
Through the Dance Medicine Outreach Program Marathon Therapists guest lecture at studios around the Boston area, educating dance students, teachers, and parents about injury prevention and healthy dance habits. Educational lecture topics and services include:
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may benefit from Dance Medicine. Ask your health care provider or call Marathon Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine for more information.
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