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PAATS 6th Annual Symposium
February 20-22, 2025
PROGRAM SCHEDULE
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Thursday February 20, 2025
4:45 PM
Evaluation and Treatment of Peripheral Vestibular Dysfunction: Demystifying Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
David Wilkenfeld
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Friday February 21, 2025
7:00 AM
Breakfast
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7:45 AM
Welcome Message
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8:00 – 9:00 AM
You May Take the Field for Competition: Preparing non-athletes to think like athletes in the marching arts
Jonathan Allen
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9:00 – 10:00 AM
Muscle Energy Techniques for Sacroiliac and Costal Facet Dysfunctions
Kelley Wiese
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10:00 – 10:45 AM - Morning Break
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10:45 – 11:45 AM
Using Return on Investment Data to Support Development
of a Performing Arts Medicine Practice
Kevin Brown & Amanda Donahue
(Presented by PAATS & ATPPS)
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11:45 AM – 1:00 PM - Lunch
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1:00 – 2:00 PM
Mastering spinning technique in aerial fitness: A qualitative study
Krystle Celis
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2:00 – 3:00 PM
Building Partnerships for Clinical Education in the Performing Arts Setting
(Presented by PAATS & AATE)
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3:00 – 3:45 PM - Afternoon Break
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3:45 – 4:30 PM
Advancing Interdisciplinary Strategies for Dancer Wellness and Cultural Preservation in New Orleans Introduction while Combating Stigma
Taylor Cohen
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4:45 – 5:45 PM
Pre-Pointe Screenings: Assessment, Education & Philosophy
Jacqui Haas & Kelly Jo Rodrigo
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7:00 PM - PAATS Social Event
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Saturday February 22, 2025
7:00 AM
Breakfast
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8:00 – 8:45 AM
CAATE Residency Informational Session
(Presented by CAATE)
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8:45 - 9:30 AM
Using Artificial Intelligence to Improve Your Clinical Practice
David Wilkenfeld
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10:15 – 10:45 AM
PAATS Business Meeting​
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10:45 – 11:45 AM
Keynote Address
Amy Lafko (Presented by ATPPS)
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12:00 - 12:30 PM
Athletes and the Arts Coalition and Current Key Research Topics in Performing Arts Medicine
Randy Dick
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12:30 – 1:30 PM - Lunch
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1:30 PM – 2:15 PM
Put Your Best Foot Forward: Prevention, Assessment, Treatment and Rehabilitation of Foot and Ankle Injuries Common in the Performing Arts
Meg Schneider, Karen Kubicina & Gail Ayotte
(Presented by PAATS & ATPPS)
2:15 – 2:45 PM
Afternoon Break
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2:45 – 3:45 PM
Performance Improvements and Perceived Benefits of a Neuromuscular and Strength Training Program in Ballet Dancers
Carolyn Crampton
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4:30 - 5:15 PM
End of Conference Champagne Toast
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8:00 PM Louisville Ballet Choreographer’s Showcase ($35)
Tickets are limited and available on a first come-first serve basis at the time of registration.
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*Schedule subject to change*
REGISTRATION FEES
PAATS Professional Member
Early Bird (9/15 - 10/14) $200
Regular (10/15 - 1/14) $225
Late (1/15 - On Site) $250
Professional Non-Member
Early Bird (9/15 - 10/14) $250
Regular (10/15 - 1/14) $275
Late (1/15 - On Site) $300
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Student
Early Bird (9/15 - 10/14) $50
Regular (10/15 - 1/14) $50
Late (1/15 - On Site) $50
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Louisville Ballet Choreographer’s Showcase Tickets are available for $35. There are limited tickets available for purchase on first come-first serve basis at the time of registration.
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PAATS NON MEMBER REGISTRATION
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Members must log in and register through the MEMBERS PAGE to receive discounted registration.
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Still need to join? Become a member here!
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Non PAATS Member Registration
Want to register as a non PAATS member? Register below!
Please note: This is a 2-part registration. Once you complete your payment, you will be automatically directed to a registration form. Please wait for this redirect to complete your registration. Both payment AND the registration form must be completed in order to be registered successfully. If you are not automatically directed to the registration form, please let us know at paatsoc@gmail.com.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
Director Level Sponsors
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Principal Level Sponsor
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Ensemble Level Sponsor
TRAVEL
Conference Center
320 W Jefferson St, Louisville, KY 40202
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Hotel
Hyatt Regency Louisville
ATPPS Block Rate: $189/night
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Closest Airport
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF)
600 Terminal Drive
Louisville, Kentucky 40209
5.9 miles (9-minute drive) to the Hyatt Regency Louisville
(Conference HQ)
Ground Transportation
Ride Share (Uber/Lyft)
Make your visit to the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport a little easier by using a ride share service. Uber and Lyft services are available from the airport to your selected destination. When using these services for pick-up, exit the terminal on the west side of baggage claim.
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For pick-ups: head to the west side of baggage claim and exit out the side doors.
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For drop-offs: request a ride as usual and be dropped off at the upper or lower levels of the terminal.
Hotel Shuttles
Many hotels in Louisville are conveniently located near Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. Many provide courtesy vans to-and-from the airport.
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All hotel courtesy vans will pick up their guests in the Commercial Ground Transportation Lot located on baggage claim level, on the west side of the terminal.
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There are no shuttles to the Hyatt Regency Louisville.
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