News and Events

Opening of the Equestrian Physical Therapy Clinic

ARI is proud to announce the opening of the Equestrian PT Clinic offered by Stacy Brown and Arlene White. Specializing in horse and rider pairs, focus will be on improving performance and preventing injury by employing a wide variety of modalities.


Upcoming Classes

February 26 - March 1, 2011
Equine Athletics Module

  March 2 - 6, 2011
Equine Functional Assessment

  March 18 - 20, 2011
Equine Anatomy in Clay

March 21 - 26, 2011
Equine Massage Therapy Certification

Coming in 2011
New Advanced Canine Rehab course

Spring 2011
    Meridian Therapy Courses

Testimonials

" As a sports physio-therapist with 20 years experience, I have attended many post graduate courses. This is one of the best organized and well run courses I have ever attended. Arlene is an enthusiastic and very knowledgeable educator, with a passion for what she does. I would highly recommend ARI for anyone who has an interest in working with the equine world." - Randy Goodman,B.Sc.P.T., Dip.Sports PT President, Pinnacle Sports Physiotherapy

" The Animal Rehabilitation Institute has provided me with a very comprehensive post graduate certification program in Equine Rehabilitation therapy that I have been able to incorporate immediately into my physiotherapy practice at home. Arlene has brought together an amazing staff of world renowned professionals and provides a beautiful setting, functional classrooms, and great hands on workshops. You will not be disappointed!" Andrea L. Scott. M.A., BMR-PT, Certified Equine Rehabilitation Therapist.

 


Arlene White
Founder of ARI
Committed to quality education for Professional Animal Rehab Therapists

Introduction to Equine Rehabilitation Therapy

Courses are taught at The Animal Rehabilitation Institute, a beautifully landscaped 10-acre facility located in Palm Beach County Florida.

 

Arlene White, PT M. Anim. St. (Physiotherapy), Instructor

Course Dates (6 days) $1850.00

June 4 - 9, 2011 & October 8 - 13, 2011

Offered to: Physical Therapists, Physical Therapist Assistants, Veterinarians, and Veterinary Technicians.

Course Description -- The purpose of this course is to provide participants with a fundamental understanding of the anatomy, physiology, and biomechanics of the horse as they compare to those of the human patient. Students will be introduced to the core concepts of physiotherapy including integrative therapies, and modalities used in equine rehabilitation. Skills learned in this course will allow graduates to bring benefit to horses, their owners and their veterinarians.

Learning Objectives

    1. Describe basic anatomical similarities and differences between humans and equines.
    2. Identify relevant musculoskeletal structures: bones, muscles, ligaments, tendons, cartilages.
    3. Build the relevant muscles and tendons of the horse on an equine skeletal model using clay. Demonstrate origin, insertion, and action of each.
    4. Demonstrate the ability to palpate the relevant structures on live subjects.
    5. Describe the biomechanics of joint motion, muscle action, and common injuries in the equine.
    6. Discuss structural and functional relationships.
    7. Assess gait abnormalities.
    8. Recognize normal gait variables.
    9. Understand the dynamics involved in hydrotherapy.
    10. Discuss concepts and theories of integrative therapies including acupuncture, chiropractic, and homeopathy.
    11. Understand the effects of modalities used in rehabilitation, including ultrasound, laser, thermal agents, manual techniques, and electro therapy.
    12. Discuss the unique features of a rehabilitation business.

Course Outline

Day 1 Classroom/Lab 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (1 hour lunch break)
  • Introduction - History of Equine PT, Legal issues, marketing your business (1hr)
  • Equine behavior and restraint (1hr)
  • Anatomy - Equine Skeletal structure and function (1 hr)
  • Palpation - Skeletal landmarks (1hr)
  • Anatomy-In-Clay - Muscles of the neck and thoracic limb (3 hr)
  • Palpation - Neck and thoracic limb (1hr)
Day 2 Classroom 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (1 hour lunch break)
  • Biomechanics - Intro, and biomechanics of the cervical spine and thoracic limb (1hr)
  • Anatomy-In-Clay - Muscles of the back and pelvis (2hr)
  • Palpation - Neck, thoracic limb, biomechanics (1hr)
  • Common Injuries - Fractures, Sprains/Strains (1hr); Thoracic limb (1hr)
  • Biomechanics - back and pelvis (1hr)
  • Palpation - Neck, thoracic limb, back and pelvis (1hr)
Day 3 Classroom 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (1 hour lunch break)
  • Common Ortho Disorders-pelvis and hip (1 hr)
  • Anatomy-In-Clay - Muscles of the pelvic limb (2 hr)
  • Palpation - Neck, thoracic limb, back and pelvic limb (1hr)
  • Biomechanics - pelvic limb (1 hr)
  • Common Ortho Conditions - Pelvic limb (2 hr)
  • Palpation - Neck, thoracic limb, back, pelvis and hind limb (1 hr)
Day 4 Classroom 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (1 hour lunch break)
  • Equine Physiology (1 hr)
  • Developmental Disorders of the Limbs (1 hr)
  • Common Neurological Disorders (1 hr)
  • Palpation - Neck, limbs, back and pelvis (2 hr)
  • Surgical Interventions/Pathology (1 hr)
  • Palpation/Gait Analysis (2 hr)
Day 5 Classroom 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (1 hour lunch break)
  • Business Aspects of Rehab Practice (1.5 hr)
  • Hydrotherapy techniques (1 hr)
  • Integrative Therapies (1 hr)
  • Orthopedic/Neurologic Exams with Case Examples (4.5 hr)
Day 6 Classroom 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (1 hour lunch break)
  • Features of a Rehabilitation Business Design (1.5 hr)
  • Therapeutic Exercises with Lab (2 hr)
  • Physical Modalities with Lab and Case Examples (4.5 hr)
A written take-home, open-book exam will be given to each student at the close of Day 6.

Rehabilitaiton Therapy and treatment is not a substitute for Veterinary care.

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