Performance Horse Medicine

Get an in-depth study of anatomy, biomechanics, and neuromuscular control in performance horses

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Overview

This course provides an in-depth study of anatomy, biomechanics, and neuromuscular control in performance horses. The information in this course adds to the veterinarian’s knowledge base to enhance lameness and performance evaluation and treatment of equine patients.

Upon completion of the class, students will be able to:

  • Evaluate biomechanics of performance horses
  • Localize the root cause of performance deficits based on an in-depth knowledge of anatomy, neurology, and function
  • Select appropriate rehabilitation tools for each case

Performance Horse Medicine

Taught in English

For veterinarians and veterinary students only

37 RACE approved CE hours

Curriculum

Muscle - Basics, Architecture, Length, and Balance

3h

Tendon - Architecture, Pathology, Healing, Treatment, Rehabilitation and Injury

3h

Bone - Basics, Growth and Repair

2h

Joint - Architecture and Pathology

1h

Fascia - Anatomy and Pathology

2h

Densification and Trigger Points

1h

Anatomy - Neck, Thoracic Limb, Trunk and Hindquarters I - II

4h

Myofascial Lines

1h

Proprioceptors

1h

Sympathetics

1h

Posture and Balance

1h

Normal Gait

1h

Habitual Gait Patterns

1h

Biomechanics

1h

Pain I - II

2h

Neck in Motion

1h

Cervical Function and Pathology

1h

Back in Motion

1h

Thoracolumbar Pathology

1h

Branding and Marketing for Modern Equine Practice

1h

Social Media for Equine Practitioner

1h

Limbs in Motion I - II

2h

Locomotion

1h

Introduction to Equine Rehab

1h

Introduction to Equine Veterinary Medical Manipulation

1h

Introduction to Acupuncture

1h

Instructors

Dr. Pasteur grew up showing horses in many disciplines, including reining, saddleseat, dressage and pleasure. She graduated in 1991 from the University of Wisconsin and opened an equine exclusive clinic in Green Bay. The practice grew to cover five counties, with emphases on reproduction and lameness. She received her acupuncture training from IVAS in 1997, sold her conventional practice and began an equine alternative practice. She has been a Chi instructor since 2005 and has lectured internationally. Her current practice encompasses TCVM, veterinary medical manipulation and osteopathy, focusing on sport and performance horses.

Enrollment Options

Semester

2024

Schedule & Tuition

Performance Horse Medicine

Payment Information

Payment is due upon enrollment of the course and includes a $100.00 non-refundable deposit.

Discounts

CVMMP and/or CERPV prior to 2020 Alumni Discount

-$750.00