Charlotte Dance Medicine

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Quick reads on all things dancer health and performance for the independent learner.

Hypermobility in Dancers

Do you know a dancer who can position themselves like Gumby? Do they have difficulty standing in 1st position with their knees straight...

Understanding IN vs. OUT of Network Health Insurance

If you’re confused about IN vs. OUT of network in regards to your health insurance, you are not alone. I graduated with a Doctor of...

Cross Training & Conditioning for Dancers

Cross training and conditioning seem to be hot topics within the dance community with some dancers and studios embracing the notion of...

Managing Muscle Soreness

Over the course of a dance career, nearly every dancer will experience muscle soreness at some point. Dancers often say things like...

Safe Stretching Tips

So often dancers come into the studio and sit on the floor to stretch before class. Sound familiar? You’re not alone. Stretching has long...

Off-Season For Dancers

How to make the most of your summer "off" and the never-ending dance season For minor-age dancers, we usually think of the dance season...

Rest and Recovery

Rest & recovery - are they different? Often the concept of Rest is paired with Recovery. Let’s clarify upfront – recovery happens during...

Warm up for Dancers

What is a good warm-up for dancers? So often, dancers tell me they know a warm-up is important, and when I ask what specifically they’re...

Hydration for Dancers

How to get and stay hydrated Adequate hydration is necessary to offset the water lost during exercise via sweating. Sweating is a...

Foam Rolling For Dancers

Is foam rolling helpful? Foam rollers have been all the rage for quite some time in the dance community. Dancers often tell me they are...

Hip popping in dancers - is it normal?

Hip popping in dancers - is it normal? A large majority of the dancers I see have “popping hips,” and for most, that’s not why they...