When a dancer is told that they need to see a doctor due to an injury or illness, there’s probably quite a bit of fear. Fear that doctors will not appreciate the demands of dance. Fear that the dancer will be told simply “just stop dancing”. Fear that the dancer and...
Are you a dancer who does releve, jumping/leaping, en point or wearing heels? Do you realize the importance of strong and stable ankles? Dancing with ankle pain or limitations is no fun and can slow ability to learn new techniques. In extreme cases, too many dancers...
Kendall Bottjer and @health_enpointe You are one of many dancers with heel pain. You’ve heard of, or been told, that an “extra bone” is the problem. If so, is removing it going to be the fix? Don’t let heel pain limit your leaps, turns, and jumps. Find out why heel...
Making plans for your child to attend summer camps for sports or a summer dance intensive? Many kids take the “Summertime, and the living is easy” route from a popular song. No worries about school, homework, projects or tests. Several other young people...
Should dancers take PE class? Must be the start of a new school year. The questions (and request forms) are coming in. How does this pediatric sports and dance medicine specialist view dancers and Physical Education (PE) class? The benefits of having dancers take PE...
Dual board-certified pediatric and sports medicine specialist Dr. Chris Koutures and pediatric specialist Dr. Christopher Lin offer an individualized approach to general pediatric and sports medicine care that enhances the health and knowledge of patients and their families in Orange County, California.
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