Physiotherapy Masterclass On The Equine Back And Pelvis
University of Liverpool
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Date: Monday 22nd February, 2027 - Monday 29th March, 2027
Start time: 9:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Duration: 5 hour(s)
Cost: £435
In February 2027 we will be offering a Physiotherapy Masterclass on the Equine Back and Pelvis, aimed at both qualified Physiotherapists* and Equine Clinicians looking to refresh their knowledge of the assessment and treatment options available in this common area of practice. The weeks will focus on revising back and pelvis pathology before reviewing current approaches to diagnosis, assessment and initial management from both professional perspectives. Common clinical cases and the principles behind their rehabilitation will be addressed in week 5, and the over-arching theme throughout the module will be one of professional collaboration and the ‘team approach’ to maximise clinical outcomes.
Week 1: Review of Equine Back and Pelvis Pathology and Pathophysiological Principles with Cathy McGowan
Reviewing of the equine back, pelvis and sacroiliac pathology
Neuromuscular control in the horse - Where neuromuscular function and orthopaedics meet.
Week 2: Current Veterinary Diagnosis and Initial Treatment with Cajsa Isgren
Veterinary diagnostic approaches to equine back and pelvis disorders
Veterinary treatment options
Teams Meeting: A 1 hour, case-based discussion looking at the veterinary approach to equine back and pelvis rehabilitation
Week 3: Break Week
Week 4: The Teamwork Approach to Rehabilitation with Cathy McGowan and Lesley Goff
How a combined vet-physio approach can improve patient outcomes and neuromuscular control in the horse – Cathy McGowan
Rehabilitation of equine back pain: a physiotherapeutic approach focusing on neuromuscular control – Lesley Goff
Week 5: Rehabilitation Principles In Practice with Katie Meredith
Physiotherapy assessment and treatment principles of the conservatively managed and post-surgical case – Katie Meredith
Teams Meeting: A 1 hour, case-based discussion looking at the physiotherapy approach to equine back and pelvis rehabilitation – Cathy McGowan & Lesley Goff
Who is it for?
This fully online CPD mini-module is tailored for professionals wishing to enhance, develop and consolidate their clinical knowledge and understanding in this area. 25 hours of CPD will be delivered across 4 weeks in a fun and interactive way, with online lectures, discussion boards, weekly MCQ tests and 2 live case-based Zoom meetings available to support your learning. Participants will gain access to the University of Liverpool online Library for the remainder of the current academic year, allowing easy access to evidence-based research in their chosen clinical fields. *ACPAT qualified Physiotherapists only
The Speakers
Em Prof. Catherine McGowan BVSc, MANZCVSC, DEIM, Dip ECEIM, CertVBM, PhD, FHEA, FRCVS<br /> <br /> Cajsa Isgren BVetMed, MSc, CertAVP(ESO, ESST, ED), DipECVS, DipECVSMR, PhD, MRCVS <br /> <br /> Alison Talbot BVM&S, CertEP, CertES(Orth), DIp ACVSMR, Dip ECVDI, FHEA, MRCVS<br /> <br /> Lesley Goff PhD MSc (AnimPhysio) MAPpSc (ExSpSc) GDip (Manip) BAppSc (Physio)<br /> <br /> Katie Meredith MCSP HCPC ACPAT RAMP Chartered Physiotherapist
The Venue
Leahurst campus
Located in the heart of rural Cheshire, 12 miles south of Liverpool, the Veterinary School's Leahurst campus employs over 350 staff, including over 100 veterinary surgeons and teaches veterinary students in all years of their studies, but especially those in their fourth and fifth years.
The site is home to two farms, two referral hospitals, and two of the Institute's three first-opinion practices.
Number of CPD hours this event can be recorded as
25 hours
Registration and Booking
Click here to reserve your place
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