Dance-specific physical therapy, one-on-one care at Kickstart Physical Therapy in Tampa & Wesley Chapel
At Kickstart Physical Therapy, we know that dance isn’t just movement — it’s your art, your expression, your story. Whether you’re rehearsing for your first recital or performing eight shows a week, your body is your instrument. Keeping it healthy, strong, and pain-free is essential to performing your best.
Our goal is to empower you to function at your very best. Isn’t it time for you to Kickstart your health journey?
The Demands of Dance and Common Dance Injuries
Dancers push their bodies to incredible limits. Rehearsals, performances, and constant repetition can take a toll on the feet, ankles, knees, hips, and spine. Overuse, fatigue, and minor alignment issues can quickly add up — leading to pain or injury if not addressed early. Common challenges include:
Foot and ankle pain (especially for those working toward or maintaining en pointe)
Tendinitis or stress injuries from repetitive jumping and landing
Hip and lower back strain from turnout and core weakness
Balance or stability issues that affect performance
Why Dancers Need Specialized Physical Therapy
With experience providing physical therapy services for multi-platinum, award-winning musicians and high-profile Broadway Series performers, Kickstart understands the physical demands of professional performance — and how to help artists stay strong, mobile, and pain-free. At Kickstart, we tailor every treatment session to your specific style, training level, and goals. You’ll always work one-on-one with a Doctor of Physical Therapy — no cookie-cutter programs or shared appointments.
We take time to understand your technique, your movement patterns, and your artistic goals. Whether it’s improving ankle stability for pointe work, building core strength for partnering, or managing a chronic overuse injury, our approach is hands-on, personalized, and collaborative.
Dance Injury Prevention and Recovery
Our goal is to not just get you out of pain, but to help you return to dance stronger, more aware, and more resilient. You’ll learn how to care for your body through mobility, balance, and strengthening exercises specific to your discipline.
At Kickstart, we believe in helping you perform with confidence — not just in the studio, but on stage and beyond. Because when your body moves freely, your art can shine.
