Dance Physiotherapy in Newcastle

Conveniently located off the A43 and B63

563 Glebe Rd, Adamstown NSW 2289

Mon: 8:00am - 7:30pm

Tues: 11:00am - 7:30pm

Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm

Thurs: 8:00am - 7:30pm

Fri: 8:00am - 7:00pm

Off street and on-street parking available

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Supporting Dancers of All Ages at Sport & Spine Physiotherapy

Dance places unique demands on the body. Whether you’re training in ballet, contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, acrobatics or musical theatre, your body needs strength, control, flexibility and balance to perform safely and confidently.

At Sport & Spine Physiotherapy in Newcastle, our physiotherapists understand the physical requirements of dance and provide personalised assessment, injury management and technique-focused rehabilitation for dancers of all levels — from beginners to pre-professional performers.

Why Dancers Benefit from Physiotherapy

Dance involves repetitive loading, turnout demands, flexibility work and complex movement patterns. Over time, these can place pressure on the feet, ankles, hips, knees, spine and core.

Physiotherapy helps dancers to:

Reduce pain and manage injuries safely
Improve technique and movement efficiency
Build strength, control and flexibility
Reduce the risk of future injuries
Support long-term performance and confidence

Our team works closely with dancers to identify the underlying cause of pain — not just treat the symptoms

Common Dance Injuries We Treat

Our Newcastle physiotherapists regularly support dancers experiencing:

Ankle sprains and instability
Achilles tendon pain
Stress fractures
Hip and groin pain
“Clicking” or pinching hips (snapping hip syndrome)
Knee pain or patellofemoral issues
Low back pain
Foot pain, plantar fasciitis or bunion-related discomfort
Pointe-related injuries
Muscle strains (hamstrings, calves, hip flexors)

Our goal is to help dancers return to training safely and confidently, with a clear understanding of how to support their body during recovery.

Dance Technique Assessments

Improve Strength, Alignment and Movement Control

Our physiotherapists offer comprehensive dance technique assessments to:

Analyse turnout and hip control
Review foot and ankle strength
Assess balance, core stability and flexibility
Identify technique habits contributing to pain
Provide individualised training program
Whether you are progressing to pointe work, increasing training loads or managing recurring niggles, a technique assessment helps you understand how to dance safely and effectively.

Pre-Pointe Assessments in Newcastle

Starting pointe is an exciting milestone for ballet dancers but it requires adequate strength, control and alignment.

Our physios assess:

Foot and ankle strength
Calf endurance
Balance and proprioception
Core stability
Lower-limb alignment
Flexibility requirements for safe pointe work

Following the assessment, dancers receive guidance on exercises, readiness and safe progression.

Trusted by the Newcastle Dance Community

At Sport & Spine Physiotherapy, we’re proud to support dancers across Newcastle and the wider Hunter region. Our physiotherapists have worked with dancers from a range of local studios, academies and performance groups, providing injury management, strength training advice and pre-pointe assessments.

We value our connection with the local dance community and enjoy helping dancers perform with confidence, whether they are training recreationally or preparing for competitions and exams. By working closely with local dancers, parents and teachers, we ensure every dancer receives care that supports their technique, training load and performance goals.

We provide care for dancers who train with a variety of studios in the Newcastle area. Below are some of the organisations we work with.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a physiotherapist with a special interest in dance do?

A physiotherapist assesses technique, treats dance-related injuries and provides exercises to build strength, control and flexibility needed for dance performance.

Can physiotherapy help with turnout or hip pain?

Hip pain in dancers often relates to strength imbalances, technique habits or load issues. Physiotherapy can help address these factors and support safer turnout mechanics.