The Companion Animal Rehabilitation Assistant (CCAA) I online course provides an up-to-date overview for the field of companion animal rehabilitation for assistants.
$1,400.00
Description
The Introduction to Companion Animal Rehabilitation Assistant (CCAA I – ONLINE) course, part one, provides an up-to-date overview of the field of canine rehabilitation. This course will explore the similarities and differences between human and animal rehabilitation. The rehabilitation team—including physical therapy professionals, veterinarians, licensed veterinary technicians, veterinary assistants, and other team members—will review the regulatory issues involved in this field of practice. The course will also cover the principles of veterinary sports medicine and examine the roles of each team member.
We will review an overview of comparative anatomy, along with commonly seen orthopedic and neurological conditions encountered in rehabilitation. The team will emphasize collaboration to enhance the learning experience. We will also provide guidance on how to get started in the field of animal rehabilitation, how protocols are developed, all while highlighting the importance of a team approach to care.
Part two of the Introduction to Companion Animal Rehabilitation Assistant (CCAA I ONLINE) covers essential biophysical modalities in canine rehabilitation.
Participants will learn about:
- Superficial heating and cooling agents
- Therapeutic ultrasound
- Extracorporeal shockwave therapy
- PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field therapy)
- Laser therapy
- Electrical stimulation
These are illustrated with case studies to show clinical applications. You’ll also explore therapeutic exercise programs—their benefits, risks, and outcome assessment.
Topics include:
- Joint biomechanics
- Exercise physiology
- Range of motion and stretching
- Basic massage techniques
- Gait training
- Strengthening exercises
- Balance/proprioceptive work
- Aquatic therapy
- Wellness and preventive exercises
Meet the instructors:
Denis Marcellin-Little, MS, DVM, DACVS, CCAT, CCRP,
David Levine, PT, PhD, DPT, CCAT, CCRP,
Debbie (Gross) Torraca, DPT, MSPT, Diplomat ABPTS, CCAT, CCRP,
Matthew Brunke, DVM, DACVSMR, CCAT, CCRP,
Kirsten Oliver, VN, DipAVN (Surgical), CVT, CCAT, CCRP, CVPP, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation)
Program Sponsors:
Barker Beds, HELP ‘EM UP, Multi Radiance Medical – Veterinary, MYOS, H2O for Fitness, WellVu, Assisi Animal Health, Elvation USA, FitPaws, Vetoquinol USA, Walkin’ Pets, Winback
Course Details
Prerequisites
The CCAA program was created for individuals wanting to work in the field of small animal rehabilitation in conjunction with veterinary professionals.
Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you may have @ info@neseminars.com
Outline
(SECTION One)
- Overview of Small Animal Rehabilitation
- History and Introduction to Animal Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy
- Differences and Similarities between Human and Animal Rehabilitation
- Legal and Practice Issues
- Rationale for Veterinary Rehabilitation
- Osteology
- Arthrology
- Myology
- Neuroanatomy (Neuro Exam/Neuro Conditions)
- Anatomy Dissection
- Handling
- Behavior and Fear Free Rehabilitation
- Principles of Patient Evaluation
- Biomechanics
- Principles of Veterinary Sports Medicine
- The Rehabilitation Team
- Medical Chart Reading
(SECTION Two)
Fundamentals of rehabilitation     Â
- Tissue healing
- Acute and chronic inflammation
- Pain management in rehabilitation
- Infectious Diseases/Common conditions in rehabilitation patients (infections/zoonoses, infestations, skin conditions)
Movement science
- Gait evaluation
- Exercise physiology
- Therapeutic Exercises for Proprioception and Balance
- Therapeutic Exercises for Strengthening
- Aquatic Therapy and Cleaning, Maintenance, Chemical Use for the Underwater Treadmill
- Home exercise programs
Biophysical modalities  Â
- Thermotherapy/cryotherapy
- Electrotherapy
- Therapeutic ultrasound
- Laser
- Shockwave
- PEMF and other technologies
Manual therapyÂ
- Passive range of motion/stretching
- Massage
General therapeutic approachesÂ
- Common Neurologic Conditions
- Common comorbidities in orthopedic patients
- Assistive devices
- Outcome assessment
Learning Outcomes
- Learn the history of animal rehabilitation and physical therapy
- Understanding the differences and similarities between human and animal rehab
- Understand regulatory issues and the role of the team members in animal rehabilitation
- The rationale for veterinary physical rehabilitation
- A review of canine anatomy and physiology
- Understand the principles of veterinary sports medicine
- Learn the importance of a team approach in canine rehabilitation
- Understand the principles of patient, orthopedic, and neurologic evaluations
- Understand the differences in acute and chronic inflammation and the proper signs of each
- Learn the general guidelines when using physical agents as modalities (heat/cold, laser therapy, shockwave therapy, electric stimulation, therapeutic ultrasound, and PEMF)
- Describe the benefits and physical properties of water and understand the practical use of aquatic therapy and the underwater treadmill in canine rehabilitation
- Understand techniques of massage in small animal practice, including its benefits, effects, and general considerations
- Understanding of therapeutic exercise programs for dogs to improve range of motion, strength, balance, endurance, and improved function
- Understand the principles of proprioception and useful proprioceptive exercises during
canine rehabilitation - Understanding of how to safely progress a dog in a rehabilitation program
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