Task-Specific Focal Dystonia in Musicians: Implications for Occupational Therapy
Tuesday, August 10, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
Category: Events
*This course will be held live via Zoom.*
Timed Agenda • 6:00-6:40 Presentation • 6:40-7:00 Discussion
Event Description This course will include background information on the roles and routines of professional musicians and job demands and cultural contexts therein. Task specific focal dystonia and a review of the research will be discussed. The role of Occupational Therapy in working with musicians living with focal dystonia will be highlighted.
Speaker Biography Jill Olson Moser, OTS is a professional violinist and music educator who has performed nationally and internationally with major symphony orchestras. Jill has shared the stage with stars including Stevie Wonder and Hugh Jackman and can be heard in recordings ranging from Minnesota Orchestra to Prince.
Jill’s curiosity and passion for lifelong learning led her to pursue a degree in Occupational Therapy at St. Catherine University, with special interest in hand therapy and a desire to promote the broad occupational needs of individuals in the performing arts.
Learning Objectives Participants will: • Understand characteristics of task specific focal dystonia and the implications of this diagnosis on musicians • Understand the professional culture and physical demands that are unique to professional musicians • Identify appropriate approaches for working with this population in the therapeutic setting.
Target Audience: All
Level of Content: Introductory
AOTA Practice Area: Health & Wellness, Mental Health, Rehabilitation & Disability, Work & Industry
CEUs: 1
Fees: $5 MOTA members/$25 non-members
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