Introduction to Expressive and Art-Based Therapies for Rehab Professionals

Date:	April 27
Time:	1-3 p.m. ET
Location:	Online
Type:	Live Webinar
Tickets:	Non-member: $119 Member: $49

This course discusses the benefits of art therapy, dance therapy, music therapy, drama therapy, poetry therapy, play therapy, and expressive writing therapy through evidence-informed research and through interactive hands-on experiences.

The presenter provides strategies that may be used as an adjunct to standard practice for various medical conditions such as chronic pain, anxiety, depression, obesity, back pain, fibromyalgia, Parkinson disease, multiple sclerosis, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease.

About the Speaker

Ziya "Z" Altug, PT, DPT, MS, is a board-certified orthopaedic clinical specialist with 30 years of experience in treating musculoskeletal conditions. He treats patients privately in Los Angeles, works as an adjunct assistant professor, and conducts integrative pain management workshops.

He received a bachelor's degree in physical therapy from the University of Pittsburgh, a DPT from the College of St. Scholastica, a master’s degree in sport and exercise studies and a bachelor’s degree in physical education from West Virginia University.

He is a long-standing member of APTA, the California Physical Therapy Association, and the National Strength and Conditioning Association and is a certified strength and conditioning specialist. He has attended numerous workshops including yoga, tai chi, qigong, Pilates, Feldenkrais Method, and the Alexander Technique.