Physical Therapy for Dancers In San Diego
Recover from injury, build strength, and dance with more resiliency through individualized physical therapy designed specifically for dancers.
In person in San Diego. Virtual care available for California residents.
Who This is For:
This service is for you if you:
• Are dealing with recurring ankle, knee, hip, or low back pain that isn’t getting better with rest
• Want a provider who will take the time to explain what caused your injury so you feel empowered in your care
• Want to prevent injuries and keep dancing long-term
• Feel like the traditional physical therapy model isn’t built for dancers
• Want to improve strength, technique, and performance with longevity in mind
Common Things I Help Dancers With
• Big toe and ball of the foot pain
• Foot pain and stiffness
• Ankle sprains and instability
• Lower calf pain and Achilles discomfort
• Knee pain
• Hip pain and labral injuries
• Low back pain and SI joint dysfunction
• Alignment and posture concerns
• Muscular strains
• Building strength for demanding choreography
• Returning to dance safely after injury
My Approach
My approach to treatment is shaped by my diverse experience as a physical therapist and my deep understanding of the physical demands dancers place on their bodies.
Dancers often need hands-on bodywork to address years of repetitive technique that can create muscle imbalances, stiffness, and alignment challenges. For this reason, my practice places a strong emphasis on manual therapy, including soft tissue and joint mobility work, as well as neuromuscular re-training.
At the same time, I strongly believe dancers need progressive strength training to truly support their craft. Learning how to load the body safely and build strength is one of the most powerful ways to improve performance and prevent injury long term.
In addition to treatment and exercise, I also educate dancers on training principles that are rarely discussed in the dance world, including:
• Proper rest and recovery
• Cross-training outside the studio
• Nutrition to support training and healing
The goal is not just to help you get out of pain — but to help you dance stronger and more resilient than before.
How It Works:
Step 01
Book a free 20-minute phone consultation so we can discuss your injury, goals, and whether this is the right fit.
Step 02
We schedule your full musculoskeletal evaluation and create a personalized and training plan.
Step 03
You receive hands-on treatment, strength & mobility exercises, and training & recovery tips.
What Dancers Are Saying
“Their attention to detail and commitment to quality truly stood out. We’ve already recommended them to others.”
— Former Customer“Communication was top-notch and the final outcome was even better than we imagined. A great experience all around.”
— Former Customer“Every detail was thoughtfully executed. We're thrilled with the outcome.”
— Former CustomerStrong Dancer Studio
If you want to continue building strength and resilience between sessions, I also offer Strong Dancer Studio, an online strength and conditioning program designed specifically for dancers.
Inside the program, dancers learn how to structure workouts around their training schedule while building the strength, mobility, and conditioning needed to support long-term performance.
