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Dance Med Spotlight

Alyssa Arms
Dance Medicine
Mental Health
Dance Education
Physical Therapy
Perfectionism
Injury Prevention
Performing Arts
Dancers
Ballet
Competition
Wellness
West Coast Swing
Cultural Context In Dance
Burnout In Dancers
Injuries In Dance
Dancer Identity
Performance Psychology
Cross-Training
Strength and Conditioning
Rest and Recovery

We dive into the world of dance medicine and science. Our goal is to provide valuable insights & practical knowledge to established professionals, individuals interested in working with dancers, and the dance community as a whole. Tune in to Dance Med Spotlight for amazing conversations with experts, dance industry professionals, & dance community members. Host: Alyssa Arms

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In this episode of Dance Med Spotlight, host Dr. Alyssa Arms talks with Cara Dixon, co-founder and director of Relative Motion. Cara is a dance educator, adjudicator, and choreographer who blends movement, anatomy, and artistry in her teaching.

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In this episode of Dance Med Spotlight, host Dr. Alyssa Arms, PT, DPT, OCS sits down with Dr. Marissa Schaeffer, a physical therapist, educator, and founder of FlySpace Physical Therapy in New York City. Marissa blends clinical expertise, business ac... more

In this episode of Dance Med Spotlight, host Dr. Alyssa Arms, PT, DPT, OCS is joined by Dr. Sarah Needham-Beck, PhD, FIADMS—a lecturer and researcher in Dance Science and Applied Physiology at the University of Chichester, freelance consultant, and b... more

In this episode of Dance Med Spotlight, host Dr. Alyssa Arms is joined by Alexandra Beller MFA, CMA—an artistic director, choreographer, educator, and certified movement analyst. A former dancer with the Bill T. Jones/Arnie Zane Company, Alexandra is... more

In this episode of Dance Med Spotlight, we’re diving into practical, actionable strategies to enhance performance, resilience, and overall dancer health with Sarah Tyndall, PT, MPT, OCS. Whether you’re a dancer, parent, teacher, or studio owner, this... more

In this week’s episode of Dance Med Spotlight, we’re diving into the mental side of performance with sport psychologist and high-performance coach Dr. Chelsea Pierotti. With a background as both a professional ballet dancer and competitive studio dan... more

In this episode of Dance Med Spotlight, Dr. Alyssa Arms, PT, DPT, OCS chats with Dr. Linda Bluestein—a former ballet dancer and physician. Dr. Bluestein specializes in hypermobility and connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS). ... more

In this episode of Dance Med Spotlight, host Dr. Alyssa Arms sits down with Maria Haralambis, M.Ed., NASM CES, FMT, Ph.D. (C)—a passionate dance science educator, pre-professional ballet teacher, and the founder of The Dance Scientist, L.L.C. Maria b... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jeff Russell
Athletic trainer with over 43 years of experience in sports and performing arts medicine.
Ohio University
Episode: Jeffrey A. Russell – Dance Medicine & Injury Care
Dr. Matthew Wyon
A dance medicine and science researcher and strength and conditioning coach
Episode: Matthew Wyon – The Science of Dance Performance
Galit Friedlander
Professional dancer, choreographer, and certified personal trainer
Dance Beat Podcast
Episode: Galit Friedlander – Pro Dancer & Personal Trainer
Rachel Hennin
National Director of Headliners Dance Championships
Headliners Dance Championships
Episode: Rachel Hennin – Headliners Dance Championship
Monika Saigal
A registered dietitian nutritionist, certified eating disorder specialist, and former professional dancer
Author of 'Nourishing Dance'
Episode: Monika Saigal – Nourishing Dance
Caitlin Sloan
Founder and CEO of The Brainy Ballerina, former professional ballet dancer, turned dance educator, and career mentor based in Wisconsin
The Brainy Ballerina
Episode: Caitlin Sloan – The Brainy Ballerina
Melissa Buffer
Boston-based physical therapist and owner of the Artistic Athlete Health Collective
Artistic Athlete Health Collective
Episode: Melissa Buffer – Artistic Athlete Health Collective
Dr. Marisa Hentis
Performing Arts Physical Therapist and faculty member at the University of Southern California.
University of Southern California
Episode: Marisa Hentis – Collegiate Dance Support
Caitlin Thamm
Counselor primarily for dancers from Australia
Dance Care Australia
Episode: Caitlin Thamm – Dance Care Australia

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Alyssa Arms
Host of Dance Med Spotlight, passionate about promoting dancers' health and wellness through expert conversations and insights into dance medicine.

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Danscend – Mental Health in Dance
Q: What is one thing dance educators could incorporate to support their dancers?
Focusing on the process over the product, celebrating daily work rather than just the end goals.
Rob Tsai – Dance|Prehab (Part 1)
Q: Can you give us the short story version of what got you to this point of wanting to work with dancers?
Rob Tsai explains that his journey began from a dual cultural background, leading him to explore self-expression through dance and ultimately guiding him towards physical therapy focused on dancers' health.
Rachel Hennin – Headliners Dance Championship
Q: What unique opportunities do you offer dancers during your competitions?
Headliners provides workshops on nutrition, injury prevention, and career mentorship in addition to traditional dance classes.
Rachel Hennin – Headliners Dance Championship
Q: What is Headliners for folks not familiar, and what got you to your current position?
Headliners is a national dance competition that travels across the country, and Rachel got involved about 13 years ago starting with basic office work and moving up through various roles.
Marisa Hentis – Collegiate Dance Support
Q: What got you in this space of being a dance medicine specialist?
Dr. Hentis shared her journey of being drawn to dance throughout her career and her desire to become a physical therapist, culminating in her realization that dance medicine was a viable career option following a significant injury.

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Focused on the intersection of dance and health, this series engages with experts to shed light on the essential discipline of dance medicine. Topics vary across episodes, covering injury prevention, nutrition, mental health, and effective training practices, all aimed at enhancing performers' well-being. Listeners can expect insightful conversations that emphasize holistic care and the challenges faced by dancers, making it a rich resource for both professionals in the field and those involved in dance education and training. It's particularly noteworthy for its strong advocacy for dancers' health, promoting a supportive community that balances performance with essential wellness practices.

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1. Dr. Jeff Russell
2. Dr. Matthew Wyon
3. Galit Friedlander
4. Rachel Hennin
5. Monika Saigal
6. Caitlin Sloan
7. Melissa Buffer
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