M-Perform Performing Arts Rehabilitation and Therapy Program

About M-Perform

M-Perform is a specialty program designed to address the unique needs of the performing artist. Our physician and therapy teams have many years of experience in orthopaedics, physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), sports medicine, music and dance. We have completed multidisciplinary competency training to provide an efficient and comprehensive approach to your performance needs. Whether you are a conductor, instrumentalist, vocalist or dancer we look forward to working with you to help you perform with less pain and prevent future injuries.

What to Expect

  • Individualized evaluation and treatment sessions with licensed highly experienced therapists
  • Professional collaboration between physicians and therapists
  • Detailed analysis of current playing/performing positions and associated symptoms
  • Customized, dynamic functional programs designed to meet your performing arts and everyday activity goals
  • Education for preventative strategies to reduce future risk of injury or recurrence
  • Education to improve your overall fitness capacity as a performing artist

Commonly Treated Injuries

  • Headache
  • Neck Pain
  • Back Pain
  • Shoulder Pain/Tendonosis
  • Rotator Cuff Pathology
  • Wrist Pain/Tendonosis
  • Finger and Thumb Joint Hypermobility
  • Overuse Syndrome/Nerve Compression (carpal tunnel, cubital tunnel)
  • Arthritis
  • Hip Pain
  • Knee Pain
  • Ankle/Foot Pain

Common Treatment Interventions

  • Postural Education
  • Dynamic Spine Stabilization Exercises
  • Scapular Control Exercises
  • Manual Therapy
  • Custom Splinting
  • Ergonomic Modifications and Equipment Recommendations
  • Dynamic Stretching and Conditioning Exercises