You will notice there are no laboratory sessions during the main conference as we have had in the past. This year we are trying a new format to address past attendees requests for advanced courses. The organizing committee decided to start simply knowing that we would not be able to offer classes to meet everyone’s needs. If this pre-conference works out well, we are committed to expanding into additional topics for a wider professional group in the future.
There are two courses available, both on the topic of spinal mobilization. The classes are limited to allow for more “hands-on” experience. We are asking for license verification and evidence of previous coursework in order to ensure the level of preparation of registrants. Laurie Edge-Hughes will be offering our canine course which is open to Physical Therapists and Physiotherapists with Spinal Mobilization/Manipulation coursework or Veterinarians with Chiropractic certification from accredited programs. Lesley Goff will be offering our equine course for Physical Therapists and Physiotherapists with Spinal Mobilization/Manipulation coursework.
The Organizing Committee appreciates that you understand this is our first step into developing advanced courses. We look forward to hearing your feedback so we can plan for the next symposium.
The Canine Spine: Assessment and Treatment
(SESSION CLOSED, REGISTRATION CAPACITY HAS BEEN MET.)
Laurie Edge-Hughes, BScPT, MAnimSt (Animal Physiotherapy), CAFCI, CCRT
Required: You must be a phsyical therapist or a DVM with chiropractic certification to register for this advanced course.
Check-in
6:30 a.m. Check-in at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Conference Registration Desk.
7:00 a.m. Busses depart no later than 7:00 a.m.
Time
Sessions from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Leatherdale Equine Center at the University of Minnesota St. Paul campus.
Description
Through lecture and lab, Laurie will lead participant through a detailed evaluation of the canine spine from a mechanical perspective. Focus will include the integrated model for dealing with spinal mechanics and will cover force closure, form closure, motor control and timing and any applicable emotional/pain control options from a physiotherapeutic perspective. The TMJ, spine, pelvis and ribs will be covered. Participants will gain a greater depth of understanding of spinal mechanics, a better appreciation for the detection of spinal dysfunctions, and the ability to manually treat (via mobilization techniques) the spinal system. As well limited instruction will also center around the testing of and prescription of therapeutic exercises targeted specifically at fine motor control and core stability and additional concepts regarding pain control and resolution of maladaptive postures and behaviours in this client population.
(SESSION CLOSED, REGISTRATION CAPACITY HAS BEEN MET.)
Speaker Bio
Laurie Edge-Hughes, BScPT, MAnimSt(Animal Physiotherapy), CAFCI, CCRT, is a Canadian trained physiotherapist. She obtained her BScPT from the University of Alberta in 1993 and has since focused her post graduate training on orthopedics, osteopathy, acupuncture and animal physiotherapy. Laurie has the honor of having taught the first canine physiotherapy/physical therapy courses in Canada (1999), the USA (1999) and Australia (2001). Currently, she holds the position of Past-Chair of the Canadian Horse and Animal Physical Rehabilitation Association (CHAP). She continues to teach canine physiotherapy and rehabilitation courses for CHAP, as well as for the Canine Rehabilitation Institute in the USA and has been a clinical tutor for the Masters of Animal Studies (Animal Physiotherapy) program at the University of Queensland, Australia and is a guest lecturer at the Royal Veterinary College in England. Laurie has written several articles for various canine magazines, animal rehabilitation publications and veterinary publications, has contributed chapters on canine physiotherapy for relevant books, and lectures extensively on canine physiotherapy and rehabilitation nationally and internationally. She practices out of the Canine Fitness Centre Ltd in Calgary, Alberta, Canada (www.caninefitness.com) and can be reached at physio@fourleg.com . When not entrenched in work, she enjoys spending family time with her very patient husband, two boys and three dogs.
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The Equine Sacroiliac Joint and Pelvis: Assessment and Treatment
Lesley Goff, BAppSc, GDip ManipPhysio, MAppSc (ExSpSc)
Required: You must be a phsyical therapist to register for this advanced course.
Check-in
6:30 a.m. Check in at the Hyatt Regency Hotel Registration Desk.
7:00 a.m. Busses depart no later than 7:00 a.m.
Time
Sessions from 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Leatherdale Equine Center at the University of Minnesota St. Paul campus.
Lesley Goff is an animal physiotherapist and titled musculoskeletal physiotherapist practicing in Queensland, Australia. Lesley’s current doctorate research into the equine sacroiliac joint follows her previous masters research into the human sacroiliac joint. Lesley is also currently studying to become a clinical specialist in musculoskeletal physiotherapy.
A co-editor and author of Animal Physiotherapy – assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of animals - Lesley has published articles in the Equine Veterinary Journal and The Veterinary Journal, as well as other equine publications. The Masters in Animal Physiotherapy program at the University of Queensland has seen Lesley employed as both clinical tutor and examiner.