New Developments In Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques Of Equine Neck Conditions – A 2-Day Practical Course

VetPD - Veterinary Professional Development

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Date: Friday 27th February, 2026 - Saturday 28th February, 2026
Start time: 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Duration: 2 hour(s)
Cost: £700

Horses suspected of being affected by equine wobbler or osteoarthritis of the cervical facet joints are regularly seen in equine practice but diagnosing a specific disease with certainty can be challenging. Over the past two decades the equine cervical spine has been extensively researched and advanced imaging modalities like CT, CT-myelography and MRI have revolutionized diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities available to equine practitioners.

This practical course was designed to provide equine veterinarians with the theoretical and especially the practical skills to competently examine, diagnose and treat horses affected by neck conditions. One of the main goals of this course is to provide practitioners with the knowledge and skills on how to reliably differentiate ataxic horses from animals with front- and hindlimb lameness.

A panel of internationally renowned clinicians who have dedicated a significant proportion of their careers researching, diagnosing and treating horses with neck conditions, will bring a wealth of experience to this course. The following highly-illustrated lectures in English (no translation, but with Czech moderation) will be held in the mornings:

Functional Neuroanatomy of the Head & Cervical Spine
Is it lame or is it ataxic?
The brain – How can we localize the signs & diagnose the problem?
Current Radiographic Techniques (incl. Myelogram) for Evaluation of the Cervical Spine
Neck Ultrasound – Poll, Facet Joints & US-guided CSF Taps
How CT & CT-Myelography are revolutionizing the work-up of horses with neck conditions
Equine Wobbler & Facet Joint OA – Update on Pathophysiology, Clinical Features & Diagnostic Options
Conservative Therapy of Equine Cervical Conditions – Where is the evidence?
Surgical Treatment of Neck Conditions – What’s the likelihood of success?
A Practical Approach to Diagnosing the Ataxic Horse – Case-based Discussions
Infectious Causes of Neurological Disease – Presentation, Diagnostics & Therapies
Update on Headshaking – Investigations & Treatment Options
Peripheral Neuropathies – Shiverers, Stringhalt, EMND etc..
In the afternoons, the 7 hours of practical small group sessions (2 – 4 vets per ultrasound machine) will give attendees plenty of opportunity to further develop their practical skills on live horses and on equine specimens, under the supervision of the experts. Each attendee will rotate through the following practical stations with live horses and specimens:

Neurologic Examination & CSF Tap Techniques
Cervical Ultrasound, Facet Joint Injections & US-guided CSF Taps
Radiography of the Neck/Head
Neck Conditions Case-Discussions (incl. advanced imaging)
Guttural Pouch Endoscopy & Nerve Blocks for Headshakers
The course fee includes lunches, coffee/tea breaks, extensive course notes 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). On the evening of the first day all attendees are invited to attend the wine and cheese reception. Early course registration via the VetPD website www.vetpd.com is recommended as there are only a limited number of places available.

This course is suitable for RCVS Modules: B-EP.3; C-E.3; C-E.4; C-E.6; C-E.7; C-E.11; C-E.15; C-E.16; C-E.17; C-VDI.4

Who is it for?

Vets (New graduates, GPs) and vet students

The Speakers

Monica Aleman<br /> DVM, PhD, Dipl.ACVIM<br /> UC Davis, USA<br /> <br /> Jonathan Anderson<br /> BVM&S, Dipl.ACVS, MRCVS<br /> Rainbow Equine Hospital, UK

The Venue

Veterinární Klinika Heřmanův Městec
Nový dvůr 993
538 03 Heřmanův Městec

Number of CPD hours this event can be recorded as

15 hours

Registration and Booking

Click here to reserve your place

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