Erica D. Henn

Assistant Professor of Instruction
Health and Rehabilitation Sciences
Office
1900 N 12th Street

Biography

Erica is an assistant professor in the kinesiology program at Temple University and also an exercise science/dance science researcher. She enjoys teaching both foundational and advanced physiology, with additional passions in anatomy, biomechanics, and performance psychology. Erica received the Award for Outstanding Adjunct Teaching from Thomas Jefferson University in 2024. Her research has also been published in journals such as the International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy (IJSPT) and the Journal of Dance Medicine and Science (JDMS).

Education

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

Curriculum Vitae 

Courses Taught

Number

Name

Level

BIOL 1111

Introduction to Organismal Biology

Undergraduate

BIOL 1911

Honors Introduction to Organismal Biology

Undergraduate

Selected Publications

  • Henn, E.D., Lanza, S., Ambegaonkar, J.P., Smith, T., & Wyon, M. (2023). Spinal Counts, Impact, and Partnering Movements in Ballet, Modern, and Hip Hop dance: A YouTube Video Analysis Study. J Dance Med Sci, 27(4), pp. 203-221. United States. doi: 10.1177/1089313X231178083

  • Henn, E.D., Smith, T., Ambegaonkar, J.P., & Wyon, M.A. (2022). Perceived Severity and Management of Low Back Pain in Adult Dancers in the United States. J Dance Med Sci, 26(3), pp. 173-180. United States. doi: 10.12678/1089-313X.091522d

  • Henn, E.D., Smith, T., Ambegaonkar, J.P., & Wyon, M. (2020). LOW BACK PAIN AND INJURY IN BALLET, MODERN, AND HIP-HOP DANCERS: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW. Int J Sports Phys Ther, 15(5), pp. 671-687. United States. doi: 10.26603/ijspt20200671