Episode Title: Act I: The Ache That Steals the Spotlight
Low back pain can silence your artistry—but it doesn’t have to steal your spotlight.
In this episode of Performers Happiness in the Arts (PHARTS), Jenna Kantor, PT, DPT—dance medicine specialist, performer, and founder of Jenna Kantor Physical Therapy (JKPT)—dives into the world of low back pain for dancers, singers, and actors.
You’ll hear about:
Why 67% of dancers, 54% of singers, and 52% of actors experience low back pain (Sweeney & McAuley, University of Hertfordshire, UK, 2016; Angadi et al., Ohio State University, 2019; Fryer, Australia, 2018)
How technique habits, posture, and overuse lead to pain
The role of performing arts physical therapy in recovery and prevention (Smith et al., Journal of Dance Medicine & Science, NYC, 2021)
How guided movement can speed recovery by 30% (O’Sullivan et al., British Journal of Sports Medicine, 2020)
Whether you’re mastering Hamilton choreography, belting out Defying Gravity, or performing an intense monologue in Hadestown, this episode gives you the tools to stay strong, pain-free, and in the spotlight.
🩰 Need personalized care?
Visit www.jennakantorpt.com to connect with Jenna Kantor Physical Therapy—serving performers in Pittsburgh, PA and New York (via Telehealth).
🎥 Free Resources on YouTube:
Dancer Injury Prevention
Singer Posture and Breathing Tips
Actor Mobility and Stage Stamina
🎭 Because recovery isn’t the end of your story—it’s your encore.
