Musical Theatre Dance: Screening and Backstage Care

Course overview

Effective evaluation and treatment of musical theatre dance-specific injuries can be a challenge for physical therapists who are not familiar with the variety of demands of this population. Many therapists may be experts at treating injuries, but treating this athletic population can be a daunting task. This course will introduce clinicians to the wide range of special considerations when evaluating a musical theatre dancer for treatment. It will teach how to create and perform a proper formal assessment and identify body stressors that are individualized for the show. It will enhance clinical decision-making for proper plan of care and rehabilitation for the musical theatre dancer.