Our Artist Clinic

Creative professionals place unique demands on their bodies—repeating precise movements, sustaining awkward postures, and pushing physical limits through performance. At CHA Physical Therapy in Midtown Manhattan, our Artist Clinic is built specifically for musicians, dancers, vocalists, and performers. We provide focused, hands-on care to relieve pain, correct imbalances, and help you move and perform with strength, control, and confidence.

What Is an Artist Clinic?

The Artist Clinic is a performance-focused physical therapy program tailored to the unique demands of artistic disciplines. From hours of rehearsals to high-impact choreography or voice strain, creative work puts your body under intense and repetitive stress. Our clinic addresses these challenges with therapy that respects your art form and supports your physical longevity.

Who we help:

  • Musicians facing repetitive stress from long practice sessions

  • Singers experiencing jaw tension, vocal fatigue, or breathing issues

  • Dancers recovering from injuries or seeking to refine movement patterns

  • Artists and performers dealing with posture-related pain or fatigue

  • Creatives looking for a proactive approach to body care

Common concerns we treat:

  • Overuse injuries (tendonitis, carpal tunnel, trigger points)

  • TMJ dysfunction and vocal strain

  • Hip, foot, or low back pain in dancers and performers

  • Postural fatigue and movement restrictions

  • Reduced breath control or core instability

  • Performance-related stress and physical tension

How We Treat It

At CHA Physical Therapy in Midtown Manhattan, treatment starts with a personalized assessment—observing posture, alignment, breath, and the physical demands of your performance style. Every session is 1-on-1, designed to fit the unique rhythm of your body and your art.

Therapy may include:

  • Manual therapy to release tension and improve mobility

  • Movement and alignment retraining for instrument handling or choreography

  • Breathing and vocal support techniques

  • Core and stability exercises to enhance stamina

  • Custom warm-up and recovery routines

  • Education on performance posture, pacing, and injury prevention

Our mission is to keep you doing what you love—freely, safely, and sustainably.