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Why I Give You a Home Exercise Program — and Why It Matters for Your Dancing
If you’re a dancer dealing with pain, recovering from an injury, or trying to optimize your performance, you’ve probably been given a Home Exercise Program (HEP). Here's what I need you to know: your HEP isn’t just “extra work.” It’s the bridge between where you are now, and the dancer you’re trying to become, get back to, or continue to be. At Dancer’s Choice Physical Therapy, your HEP is intentionally designed, customized, and curated to support your mobility, performance,
Cristina Jesurun
Dec 22 min read


When Pointe Shoes Wear Out: What the Research Says — and Why It Matters for Your Body
If you’ve ever felt a little more wobbly in your pointe shoes after a long rehearsal week, you’re not alone — and you’re not imagining it. Many dancers assume instability is just “fatigue”, but sometimes, of us are completely aware we’re dancing in a dead shoe. When I attended the IADMS conference (International Association for Dance Medicine & Science) in September I made friends with fellow dance medicine and performing arts PT Dr. Jessica Aquino and got to hear her talk a
Cristina Jesurun
Nov 194 min read


Mobility vs. Flexibility: Why Dancers Need to Know the Difference
At Dancer’s Choice Physical Therapy , we often hear dancers say they want to “be more flexible.” But what they usually mean is they want...
Cristina Jesurun
Aug 32 min read


Why Staying Hydrated is Essential for Dancers
Dancers, your bodies are finely tuned instruments—and water is the key lubricant. From enhancing performance to preventing injuries and...
Cristina Jesurun
Jul 202 min read


Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport, formerly known as the Female Athlete Triad, is now known to affect male as well as female athletes....
Cristina Jesurun
Jun 301 min read


What is Cross-Training and Why is it Valuable to Dancers and Athletes?
When you hear the term "cross-training," you might think of mixing different types of workouts or sports. While that’s true,...
Cristina Jesurun
Jun 222 min read


The Controversy Over Icing Injuries: What You Need to Know
For decades, icing has been the go-to remedy for injuries. “RICE” (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation), was a long time standard, but...
Cristina Jesurun
Jun 92 min read


The Importance of Properly Fueling for Long Active Days Full of Classes and Rehearsals
Dancers live incredibly active lives. Between classes, rehearsals, and performances, it’s crucial to fuel your body properly to sustain...
Cristina Jesurun
May 312 min read


Injury Prevention for Teen Dancers: Your Guide to Staying Strong and Healthy
As a teen dancer, your body is growing and changing rapidly, making it especially important to take steps to prevent injuries. At...
Cristina Jesurun
May 192 min read


Injury Prevention for Dancers: Your Guide to Staying Strong and Healthy
As a dancer, your body is your most valuable instrument. Pushing its limits is part of the art, but doing so without proper care can lead...
Cristina Jesurun
Apr 282 min read


What is physical Therapy?
What even is Physical Therapy? When most people think of physical therapy, they picture recovery from injuries and surgery, regaining...
Cristina Jesurun
Mar 312 min read


What are Dancer's Choice *Special* Sessions?
As a professional dancer, your body is your instrument, and keeping it in peak condition is essential. However, access to specialized...
Cristina Jesurun
Mar 122 min read


At Dancer’s Choice Physical Therapy we specialize in providing personalized care for dancers to help you recover from injuries and achieve peak performance!
Why I became a PT for dancers and what we offer at Dancer's Choice Physical Therapy
Cristina Jesurun
Mar 102 min read
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