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At Performance Medicine, we get it. We know that every performer is an amazing and complex mechanism, where every problem is different and every solution is a thing of bespoke attention and care. From stage to backstage to behind the backstage, from professional dancers and singers, to amateur dramatics, we see the bigger picture to performance.

PERFORMANCE MEDICINE

What Sets Us Apart

We define ourselves through experience and the unique 360 environment we create, we provide the environment for clients to work with the leading performance medical practitioners in their field in a safe and familiar space of recovery and rejuvenation. We distinguish ourselves by understanding and treating the full spectrum of today’s performer, from body conditioning, muscle matter, to mind. And our holistic, three-sixty approach is re-shaping performance culture nationally and internationally. Whether we are tailoring a programme for a West End star on a hit show, or delivering a monthly workshop to the lighting crew on best practice, we always strive to improve industry standards and elevate personal performance back to excellence.

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Injuries

Running Injuries

Achilles tendinopathy Plantar fasciopathy Medial tibial stress syndrome/Shin splints Patellofemoral knee joint pain Hamstring tendinopathy BOOK IN WITH A RUNNING [...]

Rotator Cuff Tendinopathy

Rotator cuff tendinopathy is a common shoulder overuse injury that is commonly seen in musicians. In particular, shouldered instruments such [...]

Backstage Injuries

At Performance Medicine, we understand that the backstage crew is what keeps the show going night after night. Doing repetitive [...]

Neck Pain

Neck pains can sometimes be sudden and if not treated on time can cause long- term discomfort. At performance medicine [...]

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Why is Vitamin D Important and How Much Sun Do I Need to Maintain Healthy Levels?

Vitamin D has an important role in not only bone health, but also iron absorption and immune system regulation. It is important in optimal recovery after exercise and minimising risk of injury. The most common symptoms of low vitamin D are: These symptoms are not always obvious though, and can be dismissed as general exercise […]

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Dancing

How to Prevent Dance Injuries

Every dancer knows the joy of moving freely, expressing emotion, and pushing their limits. But behind every graceful and effortless movement is a body doing a whole lot of hard work. Rehearsals, performances, and constant repetition can take a toll, and without the right care, that’s where injuries can creep in. The truth is, you […]

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Physiotherapy

5 Signs Your Body Needs a Pre-Pointe Assessment

Progressing to pointe work is one of the most exciting milestones in a dancer’s journey. However, it’s not just about age or the number of years you’ve spent training, it’s about whether your body is truly ready for the physical demands of dancing en pointe. Dance physios at Performance Medicine possess extensive expertise in understanding how […]

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Physiotherapist

Is a Posture Correcting Brace a Good Idea?

Sedentary lifestyles and office-based vocations being a common occurrence in this day and age, comes issues associated with sustained postures and corresponding injuries, aches and pains. The best posture is whichever position best serves you in any given moment. There is no perfect posture for all situations and often changing it up is better than […]

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Health & Wellbeing

Growing Pains

Have you ever noticed that when you jump up a clothing size you all of a sudden lose your balance and become unco-ordinated? Or perhaps your knees and feet ache? Let me take a moment to explain these things to you as they are more common than you might think! Growing is a rite of […]

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Health & Wellbeing

The Crucial Role of Sleep in Injury Risk, Recovery, and Prevention:

Insights from Recent Research Sleep is often overlooked in discussions about injury risk, recovery, and prevention, yet emerging research underscores its pivotal role in these areas. As scientists delve deeper into the connections between sleep quality, duration, and athletic performance, compelling evidence suggests that optimising sleep may be a game-changer for athletes and individuals alike.  […]

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