Blogs

Bethany Shum
Jan 15, 2026

Bouncing Back: A Dancer's Guide to Recovery After Ankle and Foot Injuries (Client's Case Study)

Ankle and foot injuries can feel like the end of the road for dancers. The sudden halt in movement, the pain, and the uncertainty about returning to jumping can be overwhelming. Yet, many dancers have successfully...

Bethany Shum
Apr 26, 2025

Bulletproof Your Ankles: Key Exercises for Strong, Stable Ankles (Mid-Stage Rehab)

Ankle sprains are one of the most common injuries in sports and performance settings.

Bethany Shum
Feb 10, 2025

Strengthening Your Wrists: Key Progression Exercise for Performers, Aerialist and Acrobats

Let's talk about wrists! Wrist strength is important for handstands, turns and lifts as a performer. Follow the blog below to find out some tips to recover from wrist pain and how you can prevent wrist injuries with...

Bethany Shum
Jan 21, 2025

How to Test Your Shoulder Mobility: Active vs. Passive Assessment for Performers, Aerialist and Acrobats

Having a stiff shoulder not only affects the lines and form of an artist but also increases the risks of shoulder injuries. If you have pain/ stiffness in your shoulder, continue reading to learn how to assess your...

Bethany Shum
Jan 2, 2025

How Cheer Physio Can Help You

Cheerleading is a fun and energetic sport, but injuries can happen due to the high-risk nature of the sport. Helping athletes return safely is important. Here's a simple step-by-step guide:

The Aerialist Shoulders - Explained

Unfortunately, injuries in circus and aerial arts are common, and the most affected joint is the shoulder (McBlain and Davies, 2023).

Bethany Shum
Oct 21, 2024

The Rehab Guide To Shin Splints

"Shin splints" or " Medial Tibial Stress Syndrome" (MTSS) refers to pain along the shin bone, which is one of the common injuries in cheerleading, dance, and sports. It is generally caused by repetitive stress to the...

Bethany Shum
Sep 11, 2024

Navigating Injuries in Performance and Sports: The Healing Process

Injuries are common, especially if you are an active athlete and performer. Understanding the healing process and the emotional journey that comes with it can make a difference in how you recover.

ACL Injuries And The Rehabilitation Journey

Cheerleading, tumbling, and acrobatics are exhilarating sports that demand incredible athleticism.

Bethany Shum
Aug 20, 2024

The Rehab Guide to Ankle Sprains

An ankle sprain is one of the most common injuries, it accounts for up to 40% of all sports injuries every year. Due to its prevalence, we sometimes overlook and underestimate the seriousness and impact it can bring...

Bethany Shum
Jul 15, 2024

Pre-habilitation Tips for Injury Prevention in Performing Arts

We're diving deep into prehabilitation (prehab) and sharing top tips for injury prevention. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just starting your journey, understanding how to prevent injuries before they happen...

Bethany Shum
May 20, 2024

Hypermobility-- Asset or Liability?

Have you ever wondered why someone could hit the splits so effortlessly when it takes some of us months of practice? Although flexibility can be improved later in life, some of us are born with bendy joints...

When Will I Recover? Average Healing Times for 5 Common Injuries in Cheerleaders

📊 Did you know? Over the past decade, cheerleading has had 64 injuries per 100,000. But there’s more to the story! 🤸‍♀️

Bethany Shum
Jan 29, 2024

Foot And Ankle Injuries In Dance