Erica D. Henn

Erica D. Henn is an Assistant Professor in the Health and Rehabilitation Sciences department at Temple University's College of Public Health. She specializes in kinesiology, teaching foundational and advanced physiology while integrating expertise in anatomy, biomechanics, and performance psychology.

• PhD in Sports Sciences from University of Wolverhampton
• MA in Dance from Temple University
• BS in Biological Sciences and Dance from Drexel University

Her research focuses on dancer health, particularly biomechanical and physiological aspects of performance. Recent work examines spinal mechanics across dance genres and low back pain epidemiology in adult dancers, combining clinical practice with empirical analysis.

Recent publications highlight trends in dance medicine and sports injury prevention, with a strong emphasis on comparative studies between ballet, modern, and hip hop dance. These works appear in journals like the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy and the Journal of Dance Medicine and Science.

Scientific recognition includes the 2024 Award for Outstanding Adjunct Teaching from Thomas Jefferson University. Though specific advising details are not listed, her academic roles involve mentoring students in both classroom and research contexts.