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Advice to improve your movement, fitness, and overall health from the world's #1 in orthopedics.
Performing Arts
The purpose of the Performing Arts Medicine Collaborative at HSS is to help performing artists get back onstage so that they can continue uplifting the world with their talents
Injured Dancers Needing Quick Access to Care
Learn about your expedited appointment options if you suffered a recent injury.
Strategic Snacking for Performing Artists
Heidi Skolnik, nutritionist, coaches artists on the benefits of snacking.
Nutritionist at The Women's Sports Medicine Center at HSS
Preventing Ankle Sprains in Dancers
Did you know ankle sprains are the most common traumatic injury for dancers? Follow these guidelines to keep your ankles healthy.
Breakdancing & Common Injuries
Breakdancers, soon to compete in the Olympics, require expert, specialized care like other athletes.
Amy Skinner is a Physician Assistant at HSS Orthopedics Now and the HSS Performing Arts Medicine Collaborative.
Why optimal nutrition is key to preserving bone health in dancers: The Athlete Triad & RED-S
Do your periods go away when training increases? Have you had a stress fracture? Are you restricting what you eat? If so, you may be experiencing components of the Athlete Triad or Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S).
Key Community Resources for the Performing Artist
Dr. Kathleen Davenport highlights unique communities supporting the well-being of performing artists.
Home Exercises for Dancers with Sore Feet
Dr. Quirolgico, Foot and Ankle Specialist, describes techniques to alleviate pain and improve endurance for dancers’ feet.
Meet Bob Turner, Dancer & DPT, LAc
Learn how Bob translated his passion for dance into a career in physical therapy
Injury Prevention Tips for Musicians
What can musicians do to improve performance and prevent injury?
Six Ways to Minimize Pain and Injury If You Play an Instrument
Playing an instrument can be incredibly rewarding but also extremely repetitive, putting you at risk for pain and injury.
From Dancer to Doctor
Dr. Colucci describes his career transition from professional dancer to radiologist
Thanking Dancers for the Essence of My Career
Dr. Thomas Novella shares his thoughts and experiences treating elite dancers and the effects of the pandemic.