Program Overview
The Certified Veterinary Medical Manipulation Practitioner (CVMMP) equine track is a 92 CE-hour program approved by AAVSB RACE that trains and certifies veterinarians in Equine Veterinary Medical Manipulation (EVMM). This program is offered exclusively to veterinarians or veterinary school students, providing them with the opportunity to learn EVMM more efficiently and effectively, while taking their skills and knowledge to a deeper level. This program is split up into three hybrid sessions. The on-site portions take place at Chi Unversity's campus in Reddick, Florida.
32 hours of this program are set aside for intensive, hands-on wet lab learning in small groups with horses. The lab groups are small with 4-6 students per group to ensure that each student receives the maximum amount of individual attention and hands-on experience to practice EVMM. This structure ensures that students will be confident to start clinical practice after the first on-site session.
Major Topics
Some of the main topics that this program covers include:
- Gait Patterns
- TMJ Functions and Manipulation
- The Back in Motion
- Lumbar Function and Manipulation
- Motion Palpation
- Equine Biomechanics
- Discipline-Specific: Jumping, Speed, Dressage, and Barrels
- The Interaction between the Nervous System and the Musculoskeletal System
Program Features
Designed for and offered exclusively to veterinarians and veterinary students
Limited seats to ensure personalized learning in 32 hours of small group wet labs
Learn how to use the most advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques from world-renowned faculty
Diagnose and treat real cases during the wet labs
Free case consultations with faculty through email and online discussion
Veterinary Medical Manipulation Certification Track
Taught in English
For veterinarians & veterinary students only
92 RACE-approved CE hours
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
Students must have a background of anatomy, biomechanics, and neuromuscular control in performance horses. Prior to enrolling students must:
- Enroll in the Performance Horse Medicine course
Curriculum
Session 1
Course Introduction
1h
Subluxation
2h
Manipulation
1h
Integrating Veterinary Medical Manipulation into Practice
1h
Cervical Function
1h
Thoracic Limb Function
1h
Spinal Cord, Vertebrae, and Cranial Nerves
1h
TMJ and Hyoid
1h
C0-C1 and C2-C7 Function/Manipulation
2h
Thoracic Limb Manipulation
1h
Cervical Cases
1h
Radiographs
1h
Speed
1h
Jumpers
1h
Lab: Hands-on Manipulation and Anatomy - Cervical and Front Limb
1h
Lab: Hands-on Manipulation - Cervical and Shoulder
2h
Lab: Hands-on Manipulation
12h
Session 2
Thoracic Vertebrae and Ribs
1h
Functional Pelvis
1h
The Smart Hoof
1h
Psoas
1h
Movement
1h
Intro to Tui-na
1h
Manipulations of the Sacrum
1h
Manipulations of the Pelvis
1h
Manipulation of the Thoracolumbar Vertebrae
1h
Manipulations of Ribs and Sternum
1h
Cases
2h
Cases and Plans I & II
2h
Lab: Hands-on Manipulation
5h
Lab: Hands-on Manipulation and Anatomy
5h
Lab: Hands-on Manipulation
5h
Session 3
The Hind Limb
1h
Ring of Muscles
1h
Rehab Tools
1h
Manipulation Research
1h
Dressage
1h
Barrels
1h
Equine Food Therapy
1h
Functional Anatomy
2h
Saddle Fit
2h
Muscle, Trigger Points, and Tui-na
1h
Student Cases
1h
Hind Limb Manipulations
1h
Review of Manipulations
1h
Starting a Practice
1h
Neuroplasticity
1h
View from the Top I & II
2h
Lab: Hands-on Manipulation
8h
Certification
CVMMP Certification
Students of the EVMM or SAVMM courses are eligible for the Certified Veterinary Medical Manipulation Practitioner (CVMMP) certification, endorsed by Chi University. The certification requirements are as follows:
Complete all sessions of the program
Pass online quizzes with a score above 75%
Pass final written exam with a score above 75%
Pass final practical exam with a score above 75%
Submit one veterinary medical manipulation case report to be approved
Instructors
Carla Pasteur
DVM, MSTCVM, CVA, CVTP, CVMMP, CVSMT, CERP
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.
Janine Weller
DVM, CVA, CVMMP
Dr. Weller earned her DVM in 2002 from University of Florida (Go Gators). Prior to veterinary school, she was exposed to acupuncture while working at the Standardbred Racetracks and again through her education at University of Florida. She became certified in veterinary acupuncture through Chi University and Equine Veterinary Medical Manipulation through IVMI (now part of Chi University). Dr. Weller's practice of 16 years focuses on lameness in performance horses using primarily alternative approaches (acupuncture, spinal manipulation, herbal medicine and tui-na) combined with Western therapies as needed in conjunction with conventional vets. Additional to her work with performance horses, Dr. Weller provides acupuncture services for several performance dog kennels. Dr. Weller has been an instructor with Chi University for 12 years. In her free time, Dr. Weller loves spending time with her son Brock, riding, paddleboarding, and endeavors to experience something new at least once a year.
Enrollment Options
Semester
2023 (Waitlist)
Schedule & Tuition
The 2023 class is currently full. You may still be able to attend this class if a space opens up. Otherwise, you'll have a guaranteed seat in the Spring 2024 class.
Performance Horse Medicine
Online
May 1 - Sep 1, 2023
$1,500.00
Session 1
Online Portion
Jan 1 - Feb 22, 2023
On-site Portion in Reddick, FL
Feb 23 - Feb 25, 2023
$1,995.00
Session 2
Online Portion
Feb 26 - Apr 19, 2023
On-site Portion in Reddick, FL
Apr 20 - Apr 22, 2023
$1,995.00
Session 3
Online Portion
Apr 23 - Jun 21, 2023
On-site Portion in Reddick, FL
Jun 22 - Jun 24, 2023
$1,680.00
Payment Information
A $200.00 non-refundable course deposit is charged upon enrollment to reserve your seat.
Payment is due 60 days before the start date of each session or course.
Add-ons
CVMMP Certification
$350.00
Printed Binders
$50.00 / on-site
Discounts
2019-2020 CERPV Student
-$750.00
Students of CVMMP and CERPV prior to 2020
-$750.00
Frequently Asked Questions
How does VMM differ from Tui-na?
VMM uses a HVLA (high-velocity, low-amplitude) thrust to directly affect the joint and the mechanoreceptors around the joint. Tui-na affects the muscle and does not incorporate HVLA techniques. Both of these modalities work very well together and the combination can be beneficial for many patients.
Are medical manipulation and chiropractic the same thing?
Chiropractic, as defined by law, applies specifically and only to humans. A chiropractor has completed human chiropractic training and obtained a Doctor of Chiropractic degree (DC). When similar techniques are applied to animals, it is correctly called spinal manipulation or medical manipulation.