Press + Media

Dr. Kristen Schuyten and PerformWell have been featured in national media, university publications, and podcasts focused on performing arts health, physical therapy, and performer wellness.

For press inquiries or interview requests email performwellpt@gmail.com

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Coverage + Features

Hour Detroit Magazine · February 2026

Meet Kristen Schuyten: Team USA Figure Skating's Not-So-Secret Weapon

By Olivia Sedlacek

Feature profile on Dr. Schuyten’s work with the U.S. Figure Skating national team and her role in developing performer-centered PT in the performing arts medicine space.

Michigan News - University of Michigan · March 2025

Spotlight On Recovery: U-M Alum Pioneers Concussion Protocol For Performing Artists

By Jamie Sherman Blinder

Dr. Schuyten is featured in this University of Michigan piece on her role developing the first concussion return-to-performance protocol for performing arts students.

Michigan Medicine Blog · September 2023

When the Patient Becomes the Student

By Valerie Goodwin

On Dr. Schuyten’s dual role as clinician and educator at the University of Michigan — teaching future healthcare providers about the specific demands of performing artists.

Michigan Medicine Blog · October 2022

What Every Performing Artist Should Know to Avoid Injury

By Jane Gleeson

Practical guidance from Dr. Schuyten on the most common and preventable injuries in performing arts populations.

Michigan Medicine Blog · July 2022

Exercise as Medicine

By Jane Racey Gleeson

Woman in mauve zip up sports jacket with arms raised smiling Dr. Schuyten on the clinical use of therapeutic exercise as a primary intervention in performance rehabilitation.

Medicine at Michigan · July 2022

The Musician's Body

By Katie Whitney

On the often-overlooked physical demands of musical performance and how performing arts medicine is evolving to meet them.

SMTD Muse · Spring 2022

Tuning Up Health and Resilience — Providing Support and Resources to Students

By Claudia Capos

On PerformWell’s educational and clinical contributions to the University of Michigan School of Music, Theatre & Dance.

Michigan Medicine Blog · April 2021

Changing the Sports Medicine Game for Female Athletes

By Shelley Zalewski

Dr. Schuyten on the clinical and systemic gaps in how female athletes — including performing artists — are treated in sports medicine.

Michigan Medicine Blog · March 2020

Michigan Medicine Celebrates Women in Medicine for International Women's Day

By Kylie Urban

Dr. Schuyten featured among Michigan Medicine clinicians recognized for leadership and impact in their specialty areas.

Featured Author Articles

Neurology · February 2026

Behind the Curtain: Consensus Recommendations to Support University-Level Performing Arts Students' Return to the Stage After Concussion

Journal of Dance Medicine & Science · June 2024

Evaluating Post-Concussion Clinical Management of University-Aged Performing Artists: A Systematic Review

British Journal of Sports Medicine · January 2024

Development of the Post-Concussion Collegiate Return-To-Learn Protocol Using a Modified Delphi Approach

Sports Medicine · November 2022

Achieving Consensus Through a Modified Delphi Technique to Create the Post-concussion Collegiate Return-to-Learn Protocol

Journal of Head Trauma Rehabilitation · October 2022

Recommendations for Medical Discharge Documentation and Academic Supports for University Students Recovering From Concussion

Listen

Podcast Appearances

Athletes and the Arts Podcast

Keep Your Head Straight w/ Dr. Kristen Schuyten

On concussion management, mental resilience, and the intersection of athletics and performing arts medicine.
Wellness Paradox Podcast

Mastering Posture for Any Lifestyle

Dr. Schuyten on postural health, how performing artists develop habitual compensations, and evidence-based approaches to correction.
Waves Podcast · APTA Michigan

Episode 37: Working with Performance Artists and Athletes

On building a specialty practice in performing arts PT — the clinical demands, the career path, and the rewards of working at this intersection.
Concussion Talk Podcast

Concussions In Women: Concussions In Performing Arts With Dr. Kristen Schuyten

Dr. Schuyten shares her experience working with female patients as a physical therapist, describes some pre- and post-injury risk factors which could prolong recovery, and offers a few clinical considerations for clinicians when working with female athletes after concussion.