COURSE DESCRIPTION
Back and sacroiliac problems are amongst the most debilitating conditions affecting equine athletes. Local injections of medications do not usually resolve the problems long-term unless combined with a comprehensive rehabilitation program and the introduction of management changes.
This 2-day practical course was developed for equine practitioners with a good working knowledge of back and sacroiliac conditions and covers how to use therapeutic modalities effectively in combination with comprehensive exercise protocols aimed at strengthening the back/gluteal musculature. The world-renowned specialists will be discussing the following topics interactively with the attendees:
The Physical Therapist’s Approach to Back & Sacroiliac Conditions
Physical Therapist’s Evaluation of the Equine Back & Pelvis
Therapeutic Modalities for Back & SI Conditions – Therapeutic Laser, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy, Electrical Stimulation, Rapid Release Technology & Radiofrequency Therapy
Rider & Horse Interaction
Therapeutic Exercise for Back & Sacroiliac Problems
Development of Treatment Plans for Back & SI Conditions
Underwater Treadmill
Therapeutic Monitoring of Back & SI Conditions
Return to Sport – The Progression incl. Management Changes
Home Exercise Programs for your Clients
Injury Prevention & Maintenance
Conditioning & Performance Enhancement
How to charge for Rehabilitation Services
In the afternoons, 7 hours of case-based and practical small-groups sessions on live horses will allow attendees to become familiar with therapeutic modalities and physical therapy exercises that can be passed on to horse owners. Each attendee will rotate through the following stations:
Physical Therapist’s Evaluation of Back & Sacroiliac Problems
Therapeutic Exercises for Back & SI Problems – Improving Proprioception & Core Stability
Physical Therapy – Manual Treatment Techniques
Biomechanical Interplay of Horse, Saddle & Rider
Development of Home Exercise Programs for your Clients
Therapeutic Modalities for Back & SI Problems – Aquatic Therapy & Other Modalities
The course fee includes lunches, coffee/tea breaks, extensive electronic course notes, a wine & cheese reception and a certificate of attendance. Attendees can choose to only attend the lectures (= Lectures Only) on this course or can register for the entire course (= Lectures & Practical Sessions). Early course registration is recommended as there are only a limited number of places available due to the practical nature of this course.