Our Artist Clinic

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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

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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.

Frequently Asked Questions on our Artist Clinic:

  • The Artist Clinic provides focused, hands-on care for creative professionals, including musicians, dancers, vocalists, and performers. This program is tailored to the unique physical demands of artistic disciplines, from hours of rehearsal to high-impact choreography.

  • Musicians and performers are at high risk for repetitive motion injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome and tendonitis due to incorrect posture, overuse, and stress. Our clinic treats these and other common concerns, such as:

    • Overuse injuries (tendonitis, carpal tunnel)

    • TMJ dysfunction and vocal strain

    • Hip, foot, or low back pain in dancers

    • Postural fatigue and movement restrictions

    • Reduced breath control or core instability

  • Treatment starts with a personalized assessment, where we observe your posture, alignment, breath, and the physical demands of your performance style. Every session is one-on-one and designed to fit the unique rhythm of your body and your art, with the mission of keeping you performing freely, safely, and sustainably.

  • Therapy is designed to support your artistic longevity and may include:

    • Manual therapy to release tension and improve mobility.

    • Movement and alignment retraining for instrument handling or choreography.

    • Breathing and vocal support techniques.

    • Education on performance posture, pacing, and injury prevention. This can include ergonomic tips like adjusting your instrument setup to relieve stress on your body.

Request an Appointment

Discover the benefits of physical therapy at CHA Physical Therapy. Your health is our priority, and we support your recovery and quality of life. We’re on this journey with you to renewed strength and wellness together.

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Please note that insurance acceptance and new patient availability vary by provider and plan.

Should you require immediate care, please call us directly to inquire about same-day availability.