Canine Rehabilitation Certification Track

This course teaches veterinarians how to diagnose neurological and musculoskeletal deficits and implement comprehensive rehabilitation plans for canine patients

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課程简介

犬復健獸醫師認證課程(CCRV)是一門專為獸醫師和獸醫學生設計的專業課程。CCRV 課程共計超過 125 小時的上課時數,分成四個模組,兩個線上和兩個多元模組。線上模組為期約三個月並且提供彈性的即時視訊上課。多元模組則涵蓋線上與實地上課兩部分。實地上課地點在新北市新店區及永和區。完成 CCRV 的課程須至少六個月時間。

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課程學習目的

專為對想學習與瞭解動物復健的獸醫師和獸醫系學生設計,課程中你將學會:

  • 實行復健醫學、神經學和骨科檢查
  • 精確分析和量化異常步態及體態
  • 幫病人選擇及實行合適的復健治療方式,包含雷射、熱療、冷凍療法、超音波治療、脈衝電磁場(PEMF)、電療(TENS 和 NMES)
  • 對病人使用徒手治療技巧、地面訓練、跑步機和水療
  • 整合復健醫學及運動醫學,完善復健計畫
  • 透過復健、運動表現和運動醫學,管理和預防傷害及疼痛
  • 根據不同疾病,建立合適的復健計畫,包含骨科、神經學、醫學、長照和安寧
  • 根據復健醫學和運動醫學,建立優化狀態計畫
  • 制定完善的醫療計畫,加入復健醫學幫助病人從疾病或傷害中恢復,幫助病人在生活中不再受到 疼痛和不適干擾

課程特色

專門為獸醫及獸醫學院的學生設計和提供

我們邀請國際頂尖動物康復專家綜合犬獸醫以及針灸,脊椎按摩,中藥和其他綜合獸醫醫學模式。

生動的現場教學,實踐學習與國際先進的遠程教育為學員提供高質量的學習保障

Chi University中獸醫及康復專家終身免費病例諮詢服務

Canine Rehabilitation Certification Track

Taught in English

For veterinarians and veterinary students only

125 CE hours

Curriculum

Introduction to Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine

1h

History of Canine Rehabilitation and Legal Issues

1h

Introduction to Physical Therapy Terminology and Outcome Measurements

1h

Applied Exercise Physiology in Canine Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine

1h

Canine Gait and Posture

1h

Applied Nutrition in Canine Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine

1h

Applied Behavior in Canine Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine

1h

How to Perform a Neurological Exam

1h

Common Neurological Conditions

2h

How to Perform an Orthopedic Exam

1h

Common Orthopedic Disorders from Head to Toe

2h

Imaging in Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine: Elbow

1h

Imaging in Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine: Hip Dysplasia

1h

Imaging in Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine: Skeletal Diseases in Young Dogs

1h

Pain Physiology and Assessment

2h

Wound Healing Strategies

1h

Review of Head, Cervical and Thoracic Limb Musculature

1h

Review of Abdominal, Dorsal and Pelvic Limb Musculature

1h

The Business of Canine Rehabilitation

1h

Canine Anatomy: Structure and Function of the Musculoskeletal System

3h

Evidence of Benefits of Therapeutic Exercise

1h

Land Exercises

2h

Thermotherapy

1h

Hydrotherapy

2h

Electrotherapy

2h

Therapeutic Ultrasounds

1h

Electromagnetic Therapy

1h

Shockwave Therapy

1h

Manual Therapy

2h

Laser Therapy

2h

Lab: Neck & FL Muscles

4h

Lab: HL & TL Spine Muscles

4h

Lab: Landmarks & Flexibility Assessment

2h

Putting it Together: Development of Rehab Plans

Onsite Hands-on Lab: a minimum of 25 hours involving topics as follows:

Building Muscles: Front Limb, Hind Limb, and Paraspinal Muscles

Rehab Assessment: Gait, Posture, Position Transfer

Rehab Assessment: Anatomy Landmarks, PROM, End-Feel, Goniometry, Joint Play, Muscle Flexibility & Circumference, Muscle Strength Test, Myofascial Exam, etc

Orthopedic Exam (Valgus/Varus, Biceps Stretch, Campbell’s, Medial Shoulder Instability, Cranial Drawer, Tibial Thrust, Modified Tibial Thrust, Iliopsoas stretch, Ortolani, Baden’s, etc)

Neurologic Exam (Postural Reactions, Spinal Reflexes, UMN vs LMN, Neuroanatomical Localization, etc)

Manual Therapy (Stretching, Joint Compression, Joint Traction, Joint Glide, Effleurage, Petrissage, Tapotement, Cross Friction, Myofascial Release, Ischemic Compression, Trigger Point Release, etc)

Therapeutic Exercises: Isometric/Concentric/Eccentric, Phases of Rehabilitation, Warm-Up & Cool-Down, FITT (Frequency, Intensity, Time, Type), Fatigue/DOMS, Exercises for Sensory & Motor Input Activation, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), Weight Bearing, Balance, Proprioception, ROM, Strength & Core, Targeted Muscles, etc

Hydrotherapy: Underwater Treadmill

Therapeutic Modalities: Laser (Photobiomodulation), Therapeutic Ultrasound, Extracorporeal Shockwave, Electrotherapy (TENS & NMES)

Rehab Case Workup & Discussions

Introduction to Canine Sports

1h

Canine Kinematics and How It Relates to Performance

1h

Canine Locomotion and Gait Re-training Strategies

1h

Core Training and Conditioning for Canine Athlete

1h

Common Canine Sports Injuries: Causes, Rehabilitation, Recovery and Prevention

1h

Pharmacological Management of Pain

1h

Non-pharmacological Management of Pain

1h

Rehabilitation for Acute Post-operative Management

1h

Rehabilitation for Common Orthopedic Disorders

4h

Rehabilitation for Common Neurological Disorders

3h

Rehabilitation for Geriatric Patients

1h

Rehabilitation and Nursing Care for Recumbent Animals

2h

Choosing Devices for Ambulation Assistance in Rehab Patients

1h

Rehabilitation for Hospice, Palliative, and Cancer Care

1h

Rehabilitation for Other Internal Medical Conditions

1h

Thinking Out of the Box: Unusual Cases that Benefit From Rehabilitation and Some That Do Not

1h

Feline Rehabilitation

1h

Nutraceuticals, Supplements, and Herbals

1h

Regenerative Medicine

2h

Obesity

1h

Lab Values Canine Rehab and Their Role in Clinical Decision Making Rehab

1h

Zoonotic and Infectious Disease Awareness, Prevention, and Control Strategies in Canine Rehab

1h

Orthotics, Prosthetics, and Assistive Devices

2h

Reg Flag and Cautions for Rehabilitations Patients

2h

Rehabilitation for Pocket Pets, Wildlife, and Exotics

1h

Rehabilitation Practice Business Strategies

1h

Hot Topics in Rehab

1h

Acupuncture and Tui-na for Canine Rehab

1h

Myofascial Pain Syndrome: Causes, Testing, and Treatment

1h

Joint Aspiration (Arthrocentesis): Indications & Synovial Fluid Analysis

1h

Intra-Articular Therapy: Indications & Product Selection

1h

Onsite Hands-on Lab: a minimum of 8 hours involving topics as follows:

Joint Injection Techniques

Thermoplastic. Splinting

Veterinary Orthotics: Making a Good Impression

Rehab Assessment Review, Therapeutic Exercises, Therapeutic Modalities, Manual Therapy/Tui-Na, Case Workup, Group Discussion, etc

Certification

Students are eligible for the Certified Canine Rehabilitation Veterinarian (CCRV) certification, endorsed by Chi. The certification requirements are as follows:

  • Complete all 4 sessions of the program.
  • Pass 3 online quizzes with scores above 75%.
  • Pass Final Written Exam* with a score above 75%.
  • Pass Final Practical Exam* with a score above 75%.
  • Submit two case studies (one orthopedic case and one neurological case) to be approved.
  • Approval of 30 internship hours

*All exams are conducted in English only

Instructors

Dr. Janice Huntingford is a 1984 graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph and a Board-Certified Specialist (Diplomate) in Canine Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine (DACVSMR). She is certified in Animal Chiropractic by the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association, in Animal Acupuncture by the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society, in Chinese Herbal Medicine through Chi University, and is a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner. In 2007, Dr. Huntingford opened Ontario’s first saltwater canine therapy pool and canine rehabilitation centre. Dr. Huntingford lectures nationally and internationally on rehabilitation, acupuncture, geriatric medicine, herbals, and pain management to veterinarians and veterinary technicians. She has authored or co-authored several textbook chapters on rehabilitation and published a number of peer reviewed manuscripts. She consults and sits on several advisory boards related to herbal medicine, laser therapy, pain management and holistic medicine. Dr. Huntingford is the director for Chi Canada which offers Veterinary Acupuncture and Canine Rehabilitation Certificate programs in Essex, Ontario.

Dr. Koh earned his veterinary degree in Taiwan and further honed his expertise at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, completing a specialty internship and a Master’s in acupuncture/integrative medicine. Subsequently, he has been teaching at Chi University and served as a clinical assistant professor at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine before his current role as the clinical associate professor and head of Integrative Medicine at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Certified in acupuncture, Chinese herbal therapy, Chinese food therapy, rehabilitation, and medical manipulation, Dr. Koh is also board certified in Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. He also holds the distinguished title of Charter Fellow with the American College of Veterinary Botanical Medicine. Dr. Koh is an internationally recognized speaker and mentor in the areas of rehabilitation, TCVM, and integrative medicine. He also has contributed to academic literature, penning book chapters and peer-reviewed articles on these areas. His clinical focus centers on integrative approaches to various health conditions to optimize clinical outcomes and quality of life, particularly concerning pain management, mobility issues, and chronic disorders.

Directors

Dr. Hanwen Cheng practices in New Taipei City, Taiwan. He received his DVM degree from National Chia Yi University. Dr. Cheng is the President of The Chinese Society of Traditional Veterinary Science, and the Vice Chairman of the Fourth Members Conference of Asian Society of Traditional Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Cheng has been invited to speak by different veterinary medical associations, including the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society, the Chinese Society of Traditional Veterinary Science, Chi University, and other various universities. Dr. Cheng received the Taiwan Outstanding Veterinarian Award by National Veterinary Festival in 1999 and was recognized as one of the Top Ten International TCVM Practitioners by Global Sun Samiao in 2012.

Enrollment Options

Semester

Spring 2024

Schedule & Tuition

Session 1
Session 2
Session 3
Session 4

Payment Information

A $200.00 non-refundable course deposit is charged upon enrollment to reserve your seat.

Payment is due 30 days before the start date of each session or course.