Dance & Artistic Sports Physiotherapy in Sutherland, New South Wales, Australia | Medical and health

Dance & Artistic Sports Physiotherapy

Locality: Sutherland, New South Wales, Australia

Phone: +61 417 274 744

Address: Suite 15, 838 Old Princes Highway 2232 Sutherland, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.dancephysio.com.au

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25.01.2022 A shoulder stability exercise for the rotator cuff in straddle using handstand bars and rotation discs. #danceartisticsportsphysio #acro #rotatorcuff #straddle #gymnastics

23.01.2022 ANZAC Day 2020 -honouring those who gave everything.

23.01.2022 Why just stretch when you can gain flexibility and strength at the same time! An example of an eccentric hamstring exercise that can increase flexibility in seconds while working in strength in a lengthened position - essential for dancers, gymnasts, aerial performers and martial arts. Ankle weights can be added for a further challenge! #dancephysiotherapy #dancephysio #flexibilitytraining #acrophysio #danceartisticsportsphysio #daasp #gymnastics #blochau

20.01.2022 Ive had the honour of spending lots of time learning from Sue Mayes (Am) so our clients can also benefit from the injury prevention strategies employed by the Australian Ballet.

20.01.2022 This is what years of personal dedication and a fierce determination can achieve aided by a beautiful supporting family, devoted coaches and a wonderful medical team. Congratulations Sarah Walsh, Bronze Medalist at the Para Athletics World Championships, T64 Long Jump. So look forward to seeing you fly in Tokyo 2020!

19.01.2022 As a dance physio I dont just treat dancers, but use dance as a treatment for a whole variety of conditions in people of all ages. Parkinsons is just one of these conditions.

19.01.2022 Some hints to improve pirouettes

19.01.2022 Triplets! Love the colour of the Australian Dance & Drama Co uniform! Congratulations to Shannon and Seren @austdancedrama for passing your pre-pointe assessments! Congratulations and wishing you all the best with your dancing with the wonderful support you receive from your teachers. #danceartisticsportsphysio #prepointe #blochau #dancephysio #austdancedrama

19.01.2022 Further increasing the challenge of bosu ball training - introducing the sewing challenge! Always like to multitask! #danceartisticsportsphysio #dancephysio #bosuball #sewingpointeshoes #balancetraining #drmelpurnell #ballet

18.01.2022 Loved spending this morning doing studio appointments with the amazing dancers of Dare to Shine to help keep them in top shape. #daretoshinedancestudio #mobilephysiotherapy #dancephysio #prehab #dancephysiotherapy #danceandartisticsportsphysio

17.01.2022 Congratulations to Soraya who passed her pre-pointe assessment! Your hard work, enthusiasm and the wonderful support that your receive from your for dance teachers @enpointedance_official were most definitely evident today! #danceartisticsportsphysio #dancephysio #pointeshoes #blochau

16.01.2022 Wishing everyone a safe and happy Easter!

16.01.2022 So grateful for the support of Bloch over the last 15+ years and their continued generosity of supplying the practice with pointe shoes and discounts to assist our pre-pointe assessments. Thank you, its wonderful to have a working relationship with you to help keep our dancers injury free.@blochau #blochau #dancephysio #danceartisticsportsphysio #pointeshoes #pointeassessment

16.01.2022 Introducing our Jenga Challenge! Always creating ways to challenge our dancers on the bosu ball. More to come! Thanks to @gracebaird_ from @evandbow for demonstrating. #dancephysio #bosuball #balancetraining #danceartisticsportsphysio #dassp #drmelpurnell

15.01.2022 COVID-19 UPDATE - our practice is still open for business offering high quality physiotherapy treatment for injuries, aches and pain. As we dont just treat dancers, some of our patients are elderly, immunosuppressed or have recently undergone chemotherapy treatment and are very susceptible to severe Coronavirus symptoms. In order to keep everyone safe it is vital that your reschedule your appointment if you have any fever, cough or flu-like symptoms. We are waiving all late ...cancellation fees during this time. We have introduced additional infection control measures and only see one patient at a time to prevent cross infection. Now is the perfect time to come in and have a tailored exercise program created for you by Dr Melinda Purnell to improve strength, flexibility and control for your dance, gymnastics or sport to maintain your fitness during this shut-down period. See more

14.01.2022 A very happy Breanna after passing her pre-pointe assessment thanks to her dedicated teachers at JWDA. Congratulations! Thanks to Bloch supporting our dancers with 20% discount vouchers for their shoes. #daasp #danceartisticsportsphysio @blochau #jwda

14.01.2022 Rotation discs arent just for legs. Here an exercise for basic rotational shoulder stability for acrobats & gymnasts. Thanks to Jasmin from Acrogym for demonstrating. #daasp #danceartisticsportsphysio @danceartisticsportsphysio @acrogymaustralia @jasmin_veitch #acrobatics #gymnasticsphysio

14.01.2022 Making physio fun! Developed this exercise 10 years ago to strengthen the spinal muscles and increase eccentric control of the abdominals and hip flexors to assist return to overarch moves such as handstands following injury or as part of an injury prevention program. Thanks to Jasmin from Acrogym for demonstrating! #acrobatics #gymnastics #dancephysio #gymnasticsphysio #daasp #acrogymaustralia #acrogym #handstand #handstandtraining

13.01.2022 More pre-pointe assessments! Congratulations this time to Sophie from @ep.dance20 on passing her assessment thanks to her hard work and some beautiful training by her teachers. Thanks also to @blochau for their continued support in providing discounts for all of our pre-pointe clients. #danceartisticsportsphysio #dancephysio #blochau #prepointe

13.01.2022 As an essential service, our practice remains open at this time to support you with treatment for dance and sports injuries, back, neck and musculoskeletal pain. We also offer conditioning programs for dancers, gymnasts, athletes and the general public to keep you fit during this period as well as dance technique sessions if you want to continue working on your exam or competition work in our 100m2 dance studio. We are happy to see you at the practice, online Telehealth consu...ltations or home visits. We dont just treat dancers, we have expertise in treating musculoskeletal issues, aches and pains in the general public as well! We have implemented new measures to keep you safe during this time: - Patients are scheduled with gaps in between to prevent cross infection - Hand sanitiser available for all visitors - Additional cleaning of the practice on top of our regular cleaning If attending our practice please reschedule if you have; - Returned from overseas in the last 14 days. - Been in contact with someone who has COVID-19 in the last 14 days and not tested negative - If you have a cough, fever or flu symptoms. - All late cancellations fees are waived during this period and we have postponed our scheduled price rise to help our services stay affordable. Look forward to seeing you in person or online! Stay safe, Dr Melinda Purnell See more

11.01.2022 Being injured is no excuse for not working on briss and other batterie work! #ballet #balletphysio #dancephysiotherapy #danceartisticsportsphysio #daasp #adductorstrength #balletturnout #drmelpurnell

11.01.2022 Where dance physios go when they need new pointe shoes! Thanks to Leanne and Bloch Miranda for another expert fitting and for keeping me updated on all the new products that are available to assist dancers. @blochau #pointeshoes #dancephysio #daasp #danceartisticsportsphysio #dancingphysio #maturedancer

10.01.2022 Friday fun! Sometimes the hardest decision during your physio treatment is deciding what colour tape to have! Love using kinesiology tape in the latter stages of rehabilitation as it gives performing artists the support they need without limiting their plantarflexion/pointe. #dancephysio #danceartisticsportsphysio #daasp #anklesprainrehab #kinesiologytape

09.01.2022 A great article with tips on boosting your immunity to protect yourself against coronavirus.

09.01.2022 As a dance physio, this is one the most worrying trends of dance today, threatening the longevity of some young dancers careers. Contact us if you need help with your flexibility and learn how to gain more range while protecting your ligaments and cartilage.

07.01.2022 An old exercise of mine to help with that sticky point in a grand ronde de jambe en liar where the pelvis must rotate posteriorly (under) as the leg comes to second. Always think of reaching out through the back diagonal for a smooth transition and when going en dedans - engage the deep turnout muscles early from the arabesque. At Dance & Artistic Sports Physiotherapy we offer one on one technique correction sessions in our dance studio space and design a personalised conditioning program to help you reach you dance goals. #danceartisticsportsphysio #daasp #drmelpurnell #dancephysio #dancephysiotherapy #ballettechnique

07.01.2022 We just dont treat dancers. We have expertise in treating injuries across many sports and age groups. With the soccer season is in full swing we can help you with your injury, ongoing pain or enhance your strength or flexibility. #soccerphysio #soccerinjury #footballphysio #footballinjury

07.01.2022 Friday Fun... meet Theraband Ninja!

07.01.2022 Another very excited student after passing her pre-pointe assessment today. Congratulations Emily and your wonderful teachers at Squire Dance Academy. Thanks to Bloch your continued support of our pre-pointe students. @squiredanceacademy @blochau #dancephysio #dancephysiotherapy #danceartisticsportsphysio #daasp #prepointe

06.01.2022 Thank you for lifting us up when we are tired and helping to guide our way through life. A fathers love is so precious. Happy Fathers Day.

05.01.2022 We are so excited to introduce our new team member, physiotherapist Rachel Cook, who completed her Bachelor of Physiotherapy from the Australian Catholic University with an Executive Deans Commendation. Rachel has a key interest in acrobatic gymnastics, artistic gymsports and dance, as well as enjoying the outdoors (mountain biking, rock climbing and mountaineering). Rachel is a current Intermediate Coach and Judge for Gymnastics Australia, with a background of training and ...competing to become 3x Australian Champion and compete on the world stage at the World Acrobatic Championships in 2010. Rachel understands the demands placed on athletes, and what it takes to be able to train and compete at an elite level. Rachel has gained skills from working as a Physiotherapist at Gymnastics NSW events, as well as providing rapid, on the scene care for extreme athletes at the World X-Games in 2018. Rachel is committed to deliver personalised physiotherapy care to ensure you are back performing to your best ability. Rachel can also assist with any acrobatics technique difficulties. For appointments contact us on 0417 274 744. See more

05.01.2022 From all the staff at Dance & Artistic Sports Physiotherapy - Merry Christmas! Hoping everyone has a fabulous Christmas with family and friends. May 2020 bring good health, happiness and much dancing!

05.01.2022 A very happy Helena after passing her pre-pointe assessment! Congratulations also to her teachers @elite_dance_project who have done a wonderful job of preparing Helena for this next step of her ballet! #blochau #daasp #dancephysio #danceartisticsportsphysio #pointeshoes #prepointe #elitedanceproject

05.01.2022 Wishing all the HSC dance students the best for their exams. Some of you have had to face enormous challenges including injury & surgeries but your strength, determination & love of dance has seen you through. xxWishing all the HSC dance students the best for their exams. Some of you have had to face enormous challenges including injury & surgeries but your strength, determination & love of dance has seen you through. xx

04.01.2022 I’ve had the honour of spending lots of time learning from Sue Mayes (Am) so our clients can also benefit from the injury prevention strategies employed by the Australian Ballet.

04.01.2022 Throwback Thursday. Working as the physio for the Australian Acrobatics Gymnastics Team at the World Championships in Portugal back in 2006. Cant believe this was 14 years ago. So many great memories and loved working with such dedicated athletes.

02.01.2022 Throwback Thursday - cant believe this was 3 years ago when this yet-to-be Paralympian was on the Road to Rio, now Sarah is working towards Tokyo! Good luck this weekend in Gifu, Japan! @sarah_walsh14 #paraathlete #paralympian #daasp #danceartisticsportsphysio

02.01.2022 Twinning! Congratulations to Charlie @austdancedrama for passing her pre-pointe assessment. Hope you are having fun en pointe guided by your fabulous dance teachers! #dancephysio #danceartisticsportsphysio #prepointe #blochau

02.01.2022 Always humbling to work with such thoughtful and grateful clients. Thank you #inspirecreativearts #dancephysio #dancephysiotherapy #soblessed

02.01.2022 Another happy dancer so excited to start her pointe work! Congratulations to Audrey for passing her pre-pointe assessment and to her dedicated teachers @ettingshausens for creating a wonderful dance training environment and to Bloch for your ongoing support.

02.01.2022 Congratulations to Olivia on passing her pre-pointe assessment due to the dedication she demonstrates to her dance training and the wonderful teachers @deidrebronner_ballet Thanks also to Bloch for the discount vouchers! #daasp #danceartisticsportsphysio #prepointe #blochau #dancephysio #drmelpurnell #deidrebronnerschoolofballet

01.01.2022 Pre-pointe success thanks to hard work, dedication and wonderful teachers! Congratulations to Charlotte from JWDA for passing her pre-pointe assessment and thanks to Bloch for our pointe shoe discount vouchers! @_jwda_ @blochau #dancephysio #danceartisticsportsphysio #daasp #prepointeassessment #pointeshoes