The Dance Physio Podcast

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is one of the most common knee issues in dancers. In this episode, I go through what exactly PFPS actually is, why it's so common in dancers and some of the key concepts in treating PFPS in dancers.Learn more about Erika Mayall:Follow me on Instagram: @dancephysioerikaLearn more about me on my website: https://www.allegroperformance.comSign up fo

The wait is over! The 2024 Holiday Gift Guide is finally here!On this week's podcast episode, I bring you some of my favourite products for the dancers, dance teachers and even dance parents on your holiday list! Before you head out for your holiday shopping, have a listen and see which dancer health and wellness products I recommend.*Note: links below are not affiliate links and I

As a follow-on to last week's episode on the form vs the function of the foot, on this episode of the podcast we dive into the truth about foot stretchers. These devices have gained popularity in recent years, and continue to be advertised frequently despite concerns in the dance science and medicine community with regards to their use. Have a listen to learn exactly why we don't r

In dance, there is a lot of emphasis placed on having 'perfect feet' and the highly sought after 'banana foot'. In this podcast episode, we'll explore the difference between the form and function of the foot and the importance of being able to distinguish between the two. You'll learn why the 'ideal dancer's foot' is maybe not so ideal, and what we should actually care about when i

It's no secret that the physical demands of dance have increased exponentially in the recent years. However, the structure and training of dance classes has not kept pace to meet the current physical demands of performance. Dance class alone does not elicit sufficient physiological response to improve muscular strength.In this episode, I talk about some of the reasons the dance ind

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Danelle Dickson, a performing arts specialist physical therapist from Washington, DC. We talk about the importance of training and treating dancers like athletes, and how outcomes for dancers can change with this simple mindset shift. We also learn about her online hub, the Dance Ready Project and how it's changing the game with regards to dancer

Freshly back from the International Association for Dance Medicine and Science conference in Italy, this episode is directly inspired by conversations and presentations from the conference. There is so much fabulous work going on in the field of dance science, but disseminating this information to the people who need it most - the dancers - is often a challenge. In this episode, I

The Dance Physio Podcast officially turns 1 year old 🎉 This week's episode is a little bit different, as I reflect on one year of podcasting, celebrate the community we've created and share some lessons learned along the way.To celebrate the 1 year anniversary of the pod, I would be so grateful if you'd take the time to like, subscribe and share the podcast with your community s

Snapping Hip Syndrome is such a common presentation in dancers that it's often referred to as Dancer's Hip in the medical field. In this episode, you'll learn what exactly snapping hip is and some of the most common forms of it. I'll also discuss the most common causes of it in the dance population, and what the best treatment options are. Learn more about Erika Mayall:Follow me on

Tendonitis in one of the most commonly diagnosed injuries in athletes, and dancers are no exception. In this podcast episode, we dive into all the details about tendon injuries. You'll learn about the role tendons play in movement, why the term tendonitis isn't always correct, common tendon issues we see in dancers, and options for treatment. Episode 35: Sprains, Strains and itis's