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MAY  |   2025

May 4th   |   Circus Smart Speaker Series - Science of Stretch: Applications for the lifelong athlete & special considerations for the Circus Artist

ONLINE

Every month The Circus Doc hosts an online talk presented by an exciting new speaker. In these talks you will learn from leading circus researchers, educators, and experts in related fields. Join DPT and author of “The Science of Stretch”, Dr. Leada Malek for this breakdown of modern stretch science and all its real world circus considerations! Stretching has been around for years, but the science and discourse surrounding it has constantly evolved. Are there benefits? Does it matter? Is there a difference in how we apply it? Can it prevent injury? How do different bodies respond to it? This talk will break it all down. We'll talk about the science of stretching, common misconceptions, and what to know when applying to different movers (i.e. circus) and how to improve your healthspan with exercise. The goal is to simplify the science to make the best, informed decisions to help tackle movement goals as efficiently as possible.

Can't make it live? ** RECORDING AVAILABLE ** for one week afterwards

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May 10th - 11th   |   10th Annual Dance Medicine & Science Research Symposium

UNIVERSITY OF WOLVERHAMPTON, WALSALL CAMPUS & ONLINE

Hosted by the University of Wolverhampton's School of Sport, this 2-day dance medicine and science symposium focuses on current research themes and future collaborations. It will allow attendees to hear about contemporary practices and projects, as well as opportunities to network and develop future partnerships. 

Abstract submission deadline March 30, 2025

MORE INFORMATION: Email m.wyon@wlv.ac.uk

May 27th  |   How Can Neuroscience Inform Our Embodied Experiences of Wellbeing and Psychological Health

ONLINE

This talk will explore the impact of body awareness, body movement, and creativity on mental health and overall well-being. The first part will present findings from recent brain research on dance expertise and the effects of watching dance. It will also highlight an ongoing research project focused on creative movement interventions for individuals with schizophrenia. Additionally, the discussion will cover large brain networks and their role in the creative process, emphasizing implicit self-expression and goal-directed behavior.

The second part will introduce the WiseMotion method, which integrates neuroscience, body movement, and creativity. This method has been part of two projects co-funded by the European Union: DanceCARE, which supports long-term caregivers (2024-2026), and DanceBrainRehab, which applies artistic dance in working with vulnerable groups (2023-2024). The talk will also explore how WiseMotion has been used to train healthcare professionals and examine its benefits for individuals with dementia, stroke, and multiple sclerosis.

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JUNE  |   2025

June 15th   |   Circus Smart Speaker Series - Hip Pain in Circus Performers

ONLINE

Join Melbourne based clinicians and researchers Dr. Charlotte Ganderton and Dr. Michael O'Brien for their talk on hip research, concerns, testing and rehab in circus performers! This lecture will present assessment, treatment options and considerations for hip-related pain (including hip dysplasia and hip instability) in circus. Specifically, it will unpack the diagnosis of hip dysplasia, inclusive of clinical testing, radiological investigations, strength, range of motion assessment and functional performance measures. A four-stage progressive rehabilitation approach will also be presented. Research application and sharing of results from an intervention cohort study will support the presentation and subsequent discussion. This lecture is aimed towards healthcare practitioners and circus arts coaches, to support the management of flexible hips in the circus arts environment.

Can't make it live? ** RECORDING AVAILABLE ** for one week afterwards

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SEPTEMBER  |   2025

September 19th   |   Annual WiSDM Conference

WINSTON SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA, USA

Audience: Physicians (including residents/fellows), physician assistants, nurse practitioners, physical therapists, athletic trainers, dietitians, dance/technique faculty, dance students, and community members interested/invested in the performing arts.

Description: The annual WiSDM conference, entering its 7th year, is an opportunity to engage in a multidisciplinary conference comprising a diverse group of attendees to increase knowledge, clinical competence, and performance in topics pertaining to dance injury, risk reduction, and performance optimization.

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September 25th - 28th   |   IADMS 35th Annual Conference

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA

DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ABSTRACTS: FEBRUARY 1, 2025

Through lectures and interactive sessions, the IADMS 35th Annual Conference is designed to share relevant and innovative research in the field of dance medicine and science. Hear from over 150 world-renowned professionals in orthopedics and sports medicine, dance education and academia, mental health, somatics, dance for health, and more on all aspects of comprehensive wellness as it relates to dance. Over the 4-day conference, there will be a focus on the physiological, sociological, and psychological factors of dance injury, including intrinsic and extrinsic factors specific to the dancer as an athlete and the use of dance in health care.

This continuing medical education (CME) course, now in its thirty-fifth year, looks broadly at the field of dance medicine and science, where it has come from, where it stands, and where it is heading. Submit your abstract here to share your latest clinical and academic research by the February 1 deadline!​

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OCTOBER  |   2026

October 2026   |   IADMS 36th Annual Conference

Melbourne, Australia

Through lectures and interactive sessions, the IADMS 36th Annual Conference is designed to share relevant and innovative research in the field of dance medicine and science. Hear from over 150 world-renowned professionals in orthopedics and sports medicine, dance education and academia, mental health, somatics, dance for health, and more on all aspects of comprehensive wellness as it relates to dance. Over the 4-day conference, there will be a focus on the physiological, sociological, and psychological factors of dance injury, including intrinsic and extrinsic factors specific to the dancer as an athlete and the use of dance in health care.

OCTOBER  |   2027

October 2027   |   IADMS 37th Annual Conference

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Through lectures and interactive sessions, the IADMS 37th Annual Conference is designed to share relevant and innovative research in the field of dance medicine and science. Hear from over 150 world-renowned professionals in orthopedics and sports medicine, dance education and academia, mental health, somatics, dance for health, and more on all aspects of comprehensive wellness as it relates to dance. Over the 4-day conference, there will be a focus on the physiological, sociological, and psychological factors of dance injury, including intrinsic and extrinsic factors specific to the dancer as an athlete and the use of dance in health care.

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IADMS Continuing Education for the Dance Medicine & Science Professional

Register now for IADMS CPD courses, provided as online/enduring activities. Each course delves into key topics within dance medicine and science, offering advanced, research-driven insights into health and wellness for both pre-professional and professional dancers. Designed to foster specialized learning, these courses aim to enhance expertise in the expanding field of dance medicine and science.

Register by December 15, 2024 to enjoy a 20% discount. Your registration also includes access to a live online Q&A session with the course presenter.

CPD Courses Now Available:

Continuing Medical Education (CME/CEU) credits are available for participating physicians (ACCME) and Athletic Trainers (BOC). 

Dance in Mind: Professional Courses

ONLINE COURSES 

(I)For Students (II)For Professionals (III)For Working Parents (coming soon)

Presented by Imogen Aujla, Dance in Mind offers online psychology courses for dance professionals and students to help deal with stress, create a better work-life balance, and cultivate optimism. Drawing on CBT and coaching techniques, the courses are a mix of webinar-style video tutorials and worksheets to help you put what you're learning into practice. Create positive change and enhance your well-being in just a few weeks - each course works brilliantly as a stand-alone but was designed to be taken together, and as a special introductory offer, you can buy all 3 courses for just £50.

Sport Ready Academy: Training as a High-Performing Female Dancer

ONLINE COURSES 

Presented by Nicky Keay BA, MA(Cantab), MB BChir, MRCP, these online courses provide dancers, teachers, and parents with the latest professional-level training and medical performance strategies on how young female dancers can reach their full potential in dance. The aim is for every dancer to achieve her personal best in a healthy and sustainable fashion. The online course also has a quiz and links to further resources.

Two courses are available:

Training as a High Performing Female Dancer - Team offers the course for a group of dancers, teachers, or parents. USD$199

Training as a High Performing Female Dancer offers the course for an individual dancer. USD$59

These courses are offered through Sports Ready Academy and are endorsed by the British Association of Sports and Exercise Medicine.  

Optimisation of Health for Performance in Irish Dancers
ONLINE COURSES 

Introducing a completely new online post-graduate course offered by the University of Limerick, Ireland for teachers, parents, and older dancers (over 18), focused on all-round health to optimize performance in Irish dancing - injury prevention and management, psychology, nutrition, strength & conditioning, peaking, load management, being a professional dancer, and much more.

Designed for adult learners who are busy people, with bite-size resources and exercises integrated into your dancing and everyday life.

Led by Dr Roisin Cahalan, ADCRG, former Riverdance Lead and the world’s leading researcher on Irish dancing health and performance.

Payment plans available to spread the cost over the year.

​ONLINE COURSES 
This course is part 5 of a 10-part series that may be taken independently or as part of the Gymnastics Sports Medicine Certification (GSMC) offered by MedGym. For further details, please visit https://alliedhealthed.com/gymnastics-sports-medicine-certification/.
Upper extremity injuries in gymnastics are prevalent uniquely because of a combination of both weight-bearing and non-weight-bearing activities. They can be decreased by identifying strength, movement, flexibility, stability risk factors, proper body alignment and preparation, and adherence to body mechanics in the arms and spine. Both acute and chronic upper extremity pain exist throughout the sport and can vary with practice volume and skill difficulty. Identifying the etiology, from performance analysis to movement pattern identification, is equally as important as diagnostics and subsequent protocols. This course will bring awareness to movement patterns and trends related to wrist, elbow, and shoulder diagnoses and a niche, sports-specific return-to-performance that combines proper rehab techniques and future re-injury reduction.
The Science Behind the Sport: Gymnastics History, Physics, Motor Development and Skill Progression
​ONLINE COURSES 
This course is part 1 of a 10-part series, which may be taken independently or as a part of Gymnastics Sports Medicine Certification (GSMC) offered by MedGym (For further details regarding the GSMC, click HERE.)
The course will discuss the origins of the sport of gymnastics, its development over the years, and the physics and kinematics of gymnastics movement. The sport of gymnastics requires immense strength, balance, flexibility, and skill that need to be progressively taught and mastered before advancing. The skills and values that create the points and scoring system are based on this progression. Proper performance of skills will diminish the likelihood of injury and increase performance quality. This course will walk the medical professional through understanding body shaping, equipment demands, the mental and physical stress on the body, possible barriers to success, and proper technique.
Gymnastics Medicine: Spine Mechanics, Common Injuries, Prevention, Predisposition, Etiology, and Return to Sport
​ONLINE COURSES 
Spine injuries in gymnastics and dance are both prevalent and can be decreased with identifying risk factors, proper body training and preparation, and adherence to body mechanics. Both acute and chronic back pain exist throughout the sport regardless of age. Identification of the etiology from performance analysis to movement pattern identification is equally as important as diagnostics and subsequent protocols. This course will bring awareness to movement patterns and trends related to chronic spine diagnoses and a niche, sports-specific return-to-performance that combines proper rehab techniques and future re-injury reduction. Dance and gymnastics share many biomechanical qualities as well as arthrokinematic patterns, injury predispositions and strength demands. The diagnosis of various injuries, including but not limited to spondy-category, disc pathology, joint dysfunction, core stability deficits, movement pattern challenges, and overuse trends parallel each other within the sports of dance, gymnastics, figure skating, circus/performance arts, cheerleading, and more. Cross-education for healthcare professionals who have focused or niche practices within Performing Arts Medicine is necessary and will only enhance your practice. This course is part 4 of a 10-part series, which may be taken independently or as a part of Gymnastics Sports Medicine Certification (GSMC) offered by MedGym (For further details regarding the GSMC, contact us at medgyminfo@gmail.com.
Course Objectives:
- Summarize gymnastics injury prevention methods for the spine and core that can be applied within and outside of training.
- Explain the diagnostic process for orthopedic and pediatric injuries most commonly seen in the spine and core of gymnasts.
- Recall partial sport participation with specific injuries of the core and spine.
- Describe a return to sport protocol for specific injuries of the spine. - Recognize the predisposition to spine and core injuries based on age, level, and training cycle demand.
- Identify the most common spine injuries within the sport of gymnastics.
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