Healthcare
Strong Bodies, Strong Minds, Strong Hearts
Our health is at the core of what we do, both inside and out.
“Dancers are the athletes of God” ~Albert Einstein
…but what happens if we get injured?
The following is a compilation of professionals who help keep us performing at our peak. This list is for informational purposes and is not a complete directory of qualified providers. Inclusion does not constitute an endorsement or guarantee of services.
Featured Dance Medicine Practitioners
Andrea is a physical therapist and board certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist with 20 years in treating all types of musculoskeletal conditions. She is the physical therapist for the Indianapolis Ballet & Dance Kaleidoscope and has worked at many local studios. Andrea is a member of the International Association of Dance Medicine and Science and the APA Performing Arts Special Interest Group. She is a certified Pilates mat and equipment teacher. Andrea is also an alumni of Butler University and danced professionally with Ballet Austin, Ballet Iowa, and Ballet Memphis.
Phone: (317) 589-0578
Email: artofmovementpt@gmail.com
Physical therapist/athletic trainer for Butler University’s Dance Department and dancers of all styles and ages. She has experience from professional to student, and ballet to breakin’.
Location: 14455 Clay Terrace Blvd
Phone: (317) 415-5747
Physicians
Location: 201 Pennsylvania Pkwy. Suite 100
Phone: (317) 817-1200
Multiple locations
Phone: (317) 569-2513
Orthopedic Surgery – Specializing in feet and ankles, Dr. Porter serves as an orthopedic team physician for the Indianapolis Colts and Guerin Catholic High School.
Locations: Carmel & Greenwood
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
362 W. 15th St, Suite 3800
(317) 948-0200
Physical Therapists
Location: 9135 Harrison Park Ct.
Phone: (734) 771-5226
Location: 1801 N Senate Blvd. Suite 1438
Phone: (317) 962-5554
Location: 1201 W Alto Rd Suite 21, Kokomo, IN 46902
Phone: (765) 398-4030
Chiropractors
Location: 6905 E 96th St. Suite 600
Phone: (317) 577-1990
Location: 8770 Guion Rd
Phone: (317) 388-8755
Multiple locations
Phone: (317) 817-1200
Location: 1315 W 86th St.
Phone: (317) 661-3478
Website: excellsportschiro.com
Location: 10967 Allisonville Rd. Suite 220
Phone: (317) 842-1188
8870 Zionsville Rd. Suite B Indianapolis, IN 46268
(Behind Trader’s Point shopping center)
(317) 228-9701
Mental Health Support
Location: 14455 Clay Terrace Blvd. A&B, Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: (317) 415-5747
Pilates (for dancers) & Personal Training
Pilates is a popular system of exercise, used by dancers to improve strength, cross-train and rehab injuries. The following are Pilates instructors intimately familiar with dance and its specific physical demands.
Phone: (317) 946-9897
Email: sarahwoolgarmovement@gmail.com
Nutrition and Eating Disorders Information
Registered Dietician (RD)
A dietitian is a licensed professional with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the field who can diagnose eating disorders and prescribe diets to manage medical conditions. Dietitians can also provide nutritional counseling to achieve health or weight goals.
Nutritionist
A person who provides nutritional advice to accomplish health or weight goals. The title nutritionist does not have the same educational and credentialing requirements as that of a dietitian. A Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS) has completed an advanced degree in the field, supervised practice experience, and board certification.
Phone: (317) 295-0608
Website: https://www.rileychildrens.org/departments/charis-center-for-eating-disorders
Location: 1001 W 10th St.
Phone: (317) 630-7287
Online Providers
Former professional dancer, now a dietician and author.
Website: www.dancernutrition.com
Apple Podcast: Nutrition for Dancers with The Dance Nutritionist®
Location: Atlanta, GA
Phone: (612) 255-4222
Website: https://www.enlightenunutrition.com/nutrition-for-dancers.html
Health, nutrition, and lifestyle coaching for dancers
Online Information Resources
IADMS brings together teachers, dancers, researchers, and providers to further dance medicine and wellness. The organization maintains a website with a searchable directory of providers and informational publications for dance medicine providers, teachers and dancers.
Their mission is to see mental health treated with the same seriousness as physical health in dance culture.
Comprehensive list of Mental Health Resources can be found HERE.
Online Provider Networks
The following are collaborative networks of dance medicine specialists with a web and social media presence. They feature an online searchable directory of providers (physicians, physical therapists, podiatrists, chiropractors, yoga and Pilates teachers, pointe shoe fitters) nationwide. Membership for providers is a paid subscription.
Website: www.dansemedica.com
Website: www.danceinforma.us