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Performance Pilates & Rehab

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Performance Pilates & Rehab

Physical Rehabilitation & Peformance Center in East Sacramento. Specializing in Performing Artists, Youth Athletes and Active Adults.

12/28/2025

What is Osteopathic Sport & Dance Rehab—and why does it matter?

Injuries don’t happen in isolation, and healing shouldn’t either.

Osteopathic sport and dance rehab looks at the body as a connected, integrated system, rather than a collection of separate parts. Instead of only treating where the pain shows up, we take the time to understand how your joints, muscles, fascia, nervous system, breathing, and movement patterns are all working together—or compensating for one another.

For dancers and athletes, this matters.For dancers and athletes, this approach matters. An injury isn’t just a local tissue issue—it’s influenced by how well the nervous system communicates, how efficiently blood and lymphatic flow support tissue repair, and how the body manages stress and load.

By addressing the root cause of dysfunction and restoring balance throughout the body, osteopathic rehab helps optimize your body’s natural ability to heal and adapt. This approach allows us to move beyond short-term relief and into sustainable recovery.

At Performance Pilates & Rehab, osteopathic treatment is combined with movement-based rehab, Pilates-informed exercise, and strength & conditioning principles to support a true return to performance. The goal isn’t just to get you back quickly—it’s to get you back stronger, more efficient, and more resilient than before.

Whether you’re a dancer returning to the studio, an athlete preparing for competition, or an active adult who wants to move with confidence again, osteopathic sport and dance rehab meets your body where it is and guides it forward with intention.

Because recovery isn’t about fixing a part.
It’s about supporting the whole system—so you can move, perform, and thrive long-term.

12/22/2025

For years, dancers were taught to start class by sitting in the splits or hanging in passive stretches. But research in dance medicine—and the real-world injuries we see in the clinic—tell us this isn't the safest or most effective way to prepare your body.
When you begin class with long passive holds, the muscles actually become less reactive, slower to engage, and more vulnerable to overload. This makes partnering, jumps, pointe work, and fast choreography harder on your joints, muscles, and tendons.
Instead, dancers benefit from a RAMP-style warm-up:
R — Raise
Increase body temperature and circulation
→ light cardio, gentle movement, breath work
A — Activate
Turn on the stabilizers and connect to full-body movement that protects your joints
→ deep core, glutes, foot/ankle control
M — Mobilize
Dynamic, movement-based range of motion
→ leg swings, controlled port de bras, hip circles
P — Potentiate
Prep the body for the specific demands of dancing
→ relevés, small jumps, directional changes, quick footwork
A warm-up should feel like you’re easing your body into dancing—not stretching it before it’s ready.
And when you prep the body right, you’ll feel:
✔ more stable
✔ more powerful
✔ more responsive
✔ more confident in class, rehearsal, and performance
Save this RAMP warm-up and try it before your next class—your body (and your dancing) will thank you. 💛🩰

12/20/2025

We’re celebrating your wins! 🎉💪
Every review we receive is a reminder that smart, focused care changes lives — and your stories help others take the first step toward feeling better, moving better, and performing better.
If we’ve supported your training or recovery, we’d be so grateful if you shared your experience.
Your review might be the encouragement someone else needs to finally get the help their body deserves.
Thank you for being part of our community!

12/19/2025

Most dancers think partnering strength = pushing or lifting overhead…
But half of partnering is the catch.
And catching requires reflexive shoulder stability — not just muscle strength.
When your partner jumps, transfers weight, or falls off balance, your shoulder needs to:
✔ stabilize instantly
✔ absorb force without collapsing
✔ protect the joint from overload
✔ stay strong through movement
✨ End-phase rehab drills may include:
Rhythmic stabilization
Reactive band pulls
Light partner or therapist perturbations
Controlled “catch” exercises
Without this phase, returning to partnering can feel risky — even if your strength is back. Remember, your shoulder isn’t just a lifting machine — it’s your safety net. Make sure it’s trained to catch.

12/15/2025

At Performance Pilates & Rehab, we strive to be your partner in health — because your goals matter.
Our mission is to give you a clear, personalized path to recover, thrive, and exceed your own expectations.
Here’s what you can always expect from us:
❌ We will NOT ask you to do your exercises on your own or pass you off to an aide
❌ We will NEVER tell you to stop an activity without showing you what you can do to keep the rest of your body performance-ready
❌ We will NOT hand you a cookie-cutter rehab plan that delays your return to what you love
❌ We will NEVER discharge you until every goal in your wellness journey is met
You deserve care that supports your whole self — not just your injury. 💪✨

12/11/2025

Nothing makes our day like hearing how much stronger, supported, and confident our clients feel after working with us. 💛
Your reviews help other dancers and athletes find the care they deserve — and they remind us why we do what we do.
If you’ve worked with us and had a positive experience, we’d love for you to share it!
Your words help our community grow, stay informed, and keep moving stronger.
💬 Leave a review — it truly means the world to us.

12/05/2025

🌟 We’re Hiring! Join Our Team at Performance Pilates & Rehab 🌟

We’re growing our vibrant, movement-focused rehabilitation clinic and looking for our next great team member!

Now Hiring:
✨ Experienced Pilates Instructor or Strength & Conditioning Coach
✨ Passionate about working with dancers, performing artists, and female athletes in the post-rehab phase.

Who You Are:
• You love to learn and are committed to continued professional growth
• You currently hold a certification in Pilates, Strength & Conditioning, or Personal Training
• You’re passionate about helping clients bridge the gap from rehab → performance
• You value an evidence-based, movement-focused approach
• You’re excited to help clients achieve their performance goals safely and sustainably

At Performance Pilates & Rehab, you’ll work alongside a collaborative clinical team serving Sacramento’s dance + active adult community with thoughtful, high-quality care.

Ready to Join Us?
Email your resume + a short introduction to: leah@performancepilatesrehab.com

We can’t wait to meet our next teammate 🤍✨

12/03/2025

Dancers, athletes, and active people lose an important part of themselves when they’re injured. The worst part?
Too often, they’re told to “just rest” or worse — “stop dancing… moving… or playing.”
We know that’s not the type of care you need.
At Performance Pilates & Rehab, our goal is to help you recover, stay active throughout the process, and return stronger than ever. 💪✨
You don’t have to lose what you love just because you're healing — you just need the right support.

12/01/2025

💡 Do you need to be injured to work with us? Absolutely not!
Working with a Dance Rehab & Performance Specialist before an injury happens is one of the smartest moves a dancer can make. Here’s why:
✨ You build a relationship with a professional who truly understands your body and your goals.
✨ You strengthen and stabilize the areas most at risk in dance, reducing your chance of injury.
✨ If an injury ever does happen, your specialist already knows your movement patterns — which can speed up recovery.
✨ Your training is evidence-based, from strength to mobility, so you’re training smarter, not just harder.
Being proactive is the key to longevity, power, and performance in dance.
Don’t wait until pain shows up — start building a stronger, smarter body today. 💪🩰

11/30/2025

At Performance Pilates & Rehab, one of our core values is giving back to our local dance community. We believe that sharing evidence-based dance science with studios helps dancers stay healthy and keep dancing for years to come.
A huge thank you to for having us! 🙌 We loved seeing dancers of all ages engaged and learning how Strength & Conditioning principles can power jumps, boost speed, build endurance, and elevate performance.
💡 Want a dance-specific workshop at your studio?
We offer one complimentary workshop per studio per year in the Sacramento region!
DM us or email admin@performancepilatesrehab.com to schedule a personalized workshop for your dancers.
Let’s help your dancers move stronger, safer, and smarter! 💪🩰

11/29/2025

Happy Small Business Saturday!

Performance Pilates & Rehab was founded with one simple mission: to give dancers, artistic athletes, and active adults a home where their goals truly matter.
We envisioned a place where injuries are met with a listening ear, personalized care, and a clear path back to the spaces where you shine.

Most people walk through our doors with a story — of feeling dismissed, overlooked as athletes, or unsure how to return to the activities that make up their identity. Our purpose has always been to change that.

As we look ahead, 2026 will mark our fifth year in business, and we couldn’t be more grateful. We’re excited to continue growing with new team members, more community events, and an even stronger commitment to making not just our clinic, but the entire performing arts community a healthier, more supported place to be.

Thank you for believing in us, trusting us, and helping our small business grow.
Cheers to all we’ve built together — and all that’s to come.

💛 Performance Pilates & Rehab
📍East Sacramento CA

11/27/2025

We don’t believe in telling dancers to just stop dancing.
We don’t dismiss pain as “just growing pains.”
We don’t label you as “injury prone.”
And we definitely don’t believe that dance is bad for your body.
At Performance Pilates & Rehab, we see dancers as both artists and athletes.
Our goal is to keep you doing what you love — through injury, recovery, and beyond.
We’re not here to take you out of the studio.
We’re here to help you stay in it — stronger, smarter, and supported.
Your body is capable. Your artistry is worth protecting.
And you deserve a partner who believes in both.
Movement. Healing. Longevity. ✨

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Sacramento, CA
95816

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm
Saturday	8am - 3pm

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http://www.performancepilatesrehab.com/

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