Dance Med Spotlight

Dance Med Spotlight


Linda Bluestein – Hypermobility MD

June 19, 2025

In this episode of Dance Med Spotlight, Dr. Alyssa Arms, PT, DPT, OCS chats with Dr. Linda Bluestein—a former ballet dancer and physician. Dr. Bluestein specializes in hypermobility and connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS). She brings a unique blend of dance experience and medical insight to her work.

Her passion for education led her to create Hypermobility MD and host the Bendy Bodies podcast. Through these platforms, she helps others better understand the challenges and possibilities of being “bendy.”

Whether you’re a dancer, educator, healthcare provider, or parent, this episode offers practical takeaways and expert advice. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of hypermobility and how to better support those affected by it.

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