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Atlanta Dance Medicine Atlanta Dance Medicine is the partnership of two Atlanta-based dance medicine physical therapists, Emma Faulkner PT, DPT and Mandy Blackmon PT, DPT.

Together, they support the overall health and wellness of the Atlanta dance community.

10/16/2026

We are SOOO back!

Rehabbing stubborn conditions like Plantar Fasciitis can be so frustrating. Adding shockwave to your treatment regimen may be a helpful tool to get you over your plateau and back to what you love!

Dr. Carmen is our PT of the Month! An icon, a queen, and a very good PT! Name: Carmen WurtzHometown: Tucker, GAFavorite ...
09/30/2026

Dr. Carmen is our PT of the Month! An icon, a queen, and a very good PT!

Name: Carmen Wurtz

Hometown: Tucker, GA

Favorite body part to treat: shoulder

If you weren’t a PT what would you be? Can’t see myself doing anything else, but maybe International business?

Most recent dance/theater/concert experience: Staibdance (multicultural )2 Dance Festival at the Roswell cultural arts center

We had such a great time caring for the talented artists and performers at the (MC)² Festival this past August, curated ...
09/14/2026

We had such a great time caring for the talented artists and performers at the (MC)² Festival this past August, curated by staibdance!

The multicultural dance festival’s mission is to unite diverse, culturally rooted Atlanta dance companies under one roof.

The show featured Flamenco, Chinese Dance, Mexican Danza Folklórica, Indian Classical Dance, and so much more!

We’re grateful to support the artists who bring such incredible cultural traditions and movement to Atlanta. ❤️

In case you missed it, Dr. Beverly Crusher (aka Emma Faulkner) and Dr. Who the 13th (Mandy Blackmon) had the honor of pr...
09/08/2026

In case you missed it, Dr. Beverly Crusher (aka Emma Faulkner) and Dr. Who the 13th (Mandy Blackmon) had the honor of presenting at Dragon Con this past weekend.

Their presentation focused on injury prevention and safety for puppeteers. They were even joined by the world renowned Doctor of Puppetry, Dr. Lester Lilac (featured above.)

ANNND our PT (and birthday girl!)of the month goes to the fabulous Dr. Ann!Name: Dr. Ann MacDougall, PT, DPT, CMTPT/DN (...
08/27/2026

ANNND our PT (and birthday girl!)of the month goes to the fabulous Dr. Ann!

Name: Dr. Ann MacDougall, PT, DPT, CMTPT/DN (Co-owner of ADM and Clinic Director)

Hometown: Duluth, GA

Favorite body part to treat: Tough to choose! Low back and Foot/Ankle

If you weren’t a PT what would you be? Mental Health Therapist— I really enjoy working with people!

Most recent dance/theater/concert experience: Basura at the Alliance Theatre —incredible!

Women’s health in sport deserves the spotlight.We’r so excited to see several of our Atlanta Dance Medicine colleagues s...
08/07/2026

Women’s health in sport deserves the spotlight.

We’r so excited to see several of our Atlanta Dance Medicine colleagues sharing their expertise at the 8th Annual Emory Sports Medicine Women’s Sport & Wellness Conference. This year’s lineup covers everything from healthcare literacy and menstrual health to nutrition, mental wellness, lifting mechanics, and creating safer environments in sport.

Hope to see you there! 💜

The conference is designed for healthcare professionals, athletes, coaches, learners, and all who are interested in the important topic of women and girls in sports. Come join the conversion.

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07/20/2026

Is your dancer ready for pointe? 🩰

Pointe is an exciting milestone, but it also places your entire body weight through an incredibly small surface area. That’s why having the strength, stability, and control to support this transition is so important.

At Atlanta Dance Medicine, our physical therapists help dancers prepare for pointe with individualized assessments and training designed to build the strength and movement quality needed to dance safely and confidently.

✨ Did you know we can also help assess pointe shoe fit? We work alongside teachers and professional pointe shoe fitters to help find the best shoe for your dancer’s unique body—or recommend modifications when managing an injury.

Ready to take the next step toward pointe? We’d love to help! 🩰♥️

07/15/2026

Ready to prepare for your pre-pointe assessment? We’d love to help! 🩰♥️

At Atlanta Dance Medicine, we help dancers prepare with evidence-informed screening and training that builds the strength, balance, control, and technique needed for pointe work.

From dance-specific functional tests like the Topple Test (Bronner, Lassey et al 2020) to assessments of calf strength, balance, mobility, and alignment, our goal is to help dancers feel confident, capable, and ready to take the next step safely.

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AKA .cojo, is our July PT of the month! Here’s a bit about her:Hometown: Conyers, GaFavorite Body Part to Treat? Knee If...
07/07/2026

AKA .cojo, is our July PT of the month!

Here’s a bit about her:

Hometown: Conyers, Ga

Favorite Body Part to Treat? Knee

If you weren’t a PT what would you be? Travel Influencer

What performance are you still thinking about- (I’m giving a gymnastics answer 🤗) Seeing Simone Biles and Jordan Chiles in person at Olympic Trials in St. Louis. I cried when Jordan nailed her floor routine, and if you know me that takes a lot!

Wishing everyone a HAPPY 4TH!! 🎆 Love, ADM💕
07/04/2026

Wishing everyone a HAPPY 4TH!! 🎆

Love, ADM💕

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