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The show must go on - Insights into the world of performing arts

08/04/2020 19:00 to 08/04/2020 21:00
Venue:
Live Webcast
Details:

From contortionists to violinists to junior gymnasts, learn the common threads of successes and failures in this unique world of performing arts healthcare. In this talk we will take in not just the biomechanical considerations of exceptionally specialised bodies, but come to understand the wider context of arts culture, language, touring, economic and lifestyle concerns that will all have a direct impact on your efficacy for these extraordinary clients. 

The evening's live webcast will look from a performers and physiotherapists perspective at:

  • Training and performance
  • Common injuries presented
  • Hypermobility
  • Specific considerations and treatment options
  • Risk reduction strategies
  • Touring and medical access

This session will be presented by Michael Henry, physiotherapist for the Cirque Du Soleil, and Aruna Bataa, current Cirque Du Soleil artist and pilates instructor with an interest in artist conditioning and injury prevention.

 Time:   7:00pm - 9:00pm    Speakers + Panel Discussion 
   
 
 Presenters:   Aruna Bataa   Cirque Du Soleil artist and pilates instructor
    Michael Henry   Physiotherapist with Cirque Du Soleil
 Venue:   This session will be presented via a live webcast.

 

This session is only available via a live webcast.  

RACGP Category 2 Points will be applied for this session.