Performing Arts Medicine
Musicians. Dancers. Vocalists.
Years behind a drum kit taught me that performance injuries aren’t just for athletes. Hours of rehearsals, tours, and repetitive practice can take a toll on your hands, shoulders, back, and more. My approach blends physical therapy expertise with a musician’s perspective, helping you manage pain, improve endurance, and keep the joy in your playing. Whether you’re in the studio, on tour, or in the pit, I’ll help you move, play, and perform with freedom again.
Performing Arts Medicine
Musicians & Performers
As a lifelong musician and multi-instrumentalist, I deeply understand the physical, mental, and emotional demands of performance. From long practice hours to high-stakes shows, I recognize the strain that both body and mind endure while preparing for and delivering a performance.
Performance Demands
I’ve experienced firsthand the dedication, repetition, and precision required to excel at an instrument or on stage. I also understand the psychological pressures—performance anxiety, stress, and mental fatigue—that often come with artistic work. My approach includes strategies not only for injury recovery but also for stress management and thriving in demanding environments.
Instrument-Specific Insight
As someone who has played and studied multiple instruments, I bring a unique perspective that many healthcare providers miss: the mechanics, postures, and repetitive movements unique to each instrument. This helps me pinpoint issues at their root and provide targeted, effective treatment.
Stage Experience
I’ve performed everywhere—from intimate small venues to arenas with thousands of people—so I understand the realities of life as a performer. With that perspective, I help artists manage injuries, recover faster, and maintain longevity in their careers.
Circus & Performing Arts Medicine
World-Class Experience
I had the privilege of working with Cirque du Soleil for several years, treating some of the most elite performing artists in the world. Day after day, I witnessed the incredible physical demands placed on the human body by circus and stage performance.
Understanding Unique Disciplines
Circus is unlike any other art form—each discipline requires its own movement patterns, strengths, and vulnerabilities. From aerialists and acrobats to jugglers, clowns, contortionists, and apparatus specialists, every performer faces unique physical challenges.
Specialized Care for Artists
By understanding the specific requirements of each act, I’m able to design precise and focused treatment and conditioning programs. My goal is to not only help performers recover from injuries but also enhance their training, prevent setbacks, and extend their career longevity.
Tailored Performance Medicine
Whether you’re flying high on aerial silks, balancing on handstands, or pushing the limits of flexibility and strength, I provide care that respects the artistry of your discipline and optimizes your ability to perform at your peak.
Musicians & Performers
As a lifelong musician and multi-instrumentalist, I deeply understand the physical, mental, and emotional demands of performance. From long practice hours to high-stakes shows, I recognize the strain that both body and mind endure while preparing for and delivering a performance.
Performance Demands
I’ve experienced firsthand the dedication, repetition, and precision required to excel at an instrument or on stage. I also understand the psychological pressures—performance anxiety, stress, and mental fatigue—that often come with artistic work. My approach includes strategies not only for injury recovery but also for stress management and thriving in demanding environments.
Instrument-Specific Insight
As someone who has played and studied multiple instruments, I bring a unique perspective that many healthcare providers miss: the mechanics, postures, and repetitive movements unique to each instrument. This helps me pinpoint issues at their root and provide targeted, effective treatment.
Stage Experience
I’ve performed everywhere—from intimate small venues to arenas with thousands of people—so I understand the realities of life as a performer. With that perspective, I help artists manage injuries, recover faster, and maintain longevity in their careers.