Achilles Tendinopathy

On this episode, we interview Ashley Harrison. Ashley is a PT in Florida! She attended the University of Florida to receive her Doctorate in Physical Therapy and participated in award-winning research investigating the effect of concussions on future injuries of collegiate athletes. Ashley also has an extensive performing arts background! She danced professionally for Emotions Dance Company in Orlando and studied under the Rockettes at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. She has a passion for prolonging dancer's careers through education and proper training. Multiple performing artists in the Orlando area have sought Ashley's expertise in presenting seminars and providing Pre-Pointe Assessments. Ashley is an active member of the APTA Orthopedic Section’s Performing Arts Special Interest Group and the International Association of Dance Medicine and Science. She currently works at TriPT, formerly ProFormPT in Maitland, Florida.

Get in touch with Ashley on Facebook by searching Ashley Harrison, PT, DPT or visit her Instagram page @dancephysiodpt

Our mission: On Physiotherapy Performance Perspectives (PPP), Jenna and Marissa interview Physical Therapists who specialize in and love treating performing artists. In this monthly podcast, we aim to help performing artists gain a better understanding of how their body works, how to reduce risk of injury, what Physical Therapy for performing artists entails, and how to maximize performance potential.

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