PhysioTec provides a premier Dance Physiotherapy service in Brisbane. Our aim is to provide specialised advice and training to help dancers perform at their best, in optimal comfort.
Our Dance Physiotherapy services include:
- Dance injury assessment and rehabilitation,
- Pre-pointe assessments,
- Dance ready screening,
- Dance strength and conditioning, and
- Real time ultrasound muscle training.
Read more about our Brisbane Dance Physiotherapy services below.
Our Brisbane Dance Physiotherapist
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BRISBANE DANCE INJURY ASSESSMENT AND REHABILITATION
The dancing athlete requires specialised assessment and rehabilitation. The consultation includes biomechanical and dynamic assessments to diagnose the condition, and more importantly to reveal underlying drivers of the problem. Understanding what is driving a problem empowers the dancer to assist their recovery and prevent injury recurrence whether it be with technique correction or addressing training errors, poor muscle recruitment or imbalance or inadequate flexibility. Proactively screening for these issues may also prevent injury and avoid time out of training or competitions.
Dancers commonly experience overuse and traumatic injuries such as hip microinstability, lateral ankle sprains, plantar heel pain and shin splints, alongside pointe-specific foot injuries and growth-related knee pain like Osgood Schlatter Disease. Our dance physiotherapist is here to assess and treat these conditions with a tailored, whole-body approach to get dancers back to performing safely.
BRISBANE PRE-POINTE ASSESSMENT
Going “en pointe” is a very exciting step, however, it is not one that should be taken lightly. The position of standing on one’s toes is not a normal human movement and places a great deal of stress on the foot and ankle. A focused and individualized profile should be conducted by a physiotherapist with extensive dance knowledge, to ensure that the ballet dancer has the technique, strength, and control to participate safely and effectively on pointe.
We offer pre-pointe assessment to identify areas which may need to be improved or strengthened to assist safe progression on to pointe shoes. This assessment includes examination of joint and soft tissue range of movement, foot and ankle movement patterns, muscle strength and control of the trunk and lower limbs.
BRISBANE DANCE READY SCREENING
In our Dance Ready Screening, our dance physiotherapist will conduct a detailed assessment of the dancer’s technique, range of motion, balance, strength, flexibility, and body control to identify areas for improvement.
The screening is tailored to the individual’s predominant genres of dance and level of training. The dance physiotherapist will develop a home exercise program to address any specific needs identified during the assessment.
BRISBANE DANCE STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING
Deep muscle control of joints is imperative for optimal range of movement and aesthetics in dance. Weakness of deep stabilising muscles of the trunk and limbs can cause a range of problems including snapping hip, reduced turnout, and posterior ankle impingement. Identification of these specific issues and targeted exercises promotes optimal technique and recovery from injury. We have 2 large gyms with Pilates, balance and functional strengthening equipment.
Our bodies are filled with ‘connective tissue’, which does exactly as the name states; it connects us inside, from head to fingers and toes. Achieving optimal range requires free movement through the whole system of fascia, nerves, muscles and joints. So ensuring all parts are moving smoothly can help with flexibility in another part of the body.
BRISBANE REAL TIME ULTRASOUND MUSCLE TRAINING
We use real-time ultrasound to observe We use real-time ultrasound to observe muscle contraction and thereby assist muscle training. The muscle can be visualised on the monitor while concurrently experiencing the ‘feel’ of the movement. Knowing where and when movement should occur is vital for optimal movement patterns and performance, and also for injury recovery and prevention. Read more here about the amazing things we can see and do with real time ultrasound
Deep Muscle Control of Joints is Imperative for Optimal Range of Movement and Aesthetics in Dance.
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Find out the 4 common injury risk factors identified in Pre-Pointe Assessment, with this FREE resource.
BRISBANE PHYSIO SKILLED IN DANCE PHYSIOTHERAPY
Millie is a Physiotherapist, Pilates Instructor and Dance Specialist, with a strong passion for supporting dancers and performers in both clinical and studio settings.
With a background in the performing arts, Millie regularly participates in open ballet classes and has developed a deep understanding of the physical demands of dance. She is particularly experienced in working with dancers at all stages, including those preparing for pointe, and has a keen interest in safe dance practices.
Millie is well versed in the types of injuries dancers commonly experience. She has a special interest in injury prevention, hypermobility management, and helping dancers build strength, confidence and longevity in their performance.
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Clinic Location
Our Brisbane Physiotherapy Clinic, services areas including: Brisbane, Salisbury, Tarragindi, Wellers Hill, Mount Gravatt, Holland Park, Holland Park West, Rocklea, Yeronga, Annerley, Camp Hill, Carindale, Coorparoo, Stones Corner, Sunnybank, Greenslopes, Seven Hills, Acacia Ridge, Indooroopilly, Woolloongabba, and much further afield.
Because of our expertise in hip conditions, dance injuries and performance, and hypermobility, we also have people visiting us from all over Queensland, Australia and even international visitors. We also have a telehealth service for remote patients.
Salisbury Central, Upper Level 19/655 Toohey Road, Salisbury QLD 4107, Australia
📞 Ph (07) 3342 4284 Fax (07) 3342 4204
reception@physiotec.com.au
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