Vets clinical
Hands on Lab: Getting to Grips with the Elbow
This course serves as an introduction to the management of some of the more common elbow pathologies currently encountered. It aims to guide attendees through the decision-making processes associated with elbow pain, focusing on the management of elbow [...]
Tibial Tuberosity Advancement (TTA)
In the morning session, we will begin by focusing on the pathophysiology of cranial cruciate ligament disease, along with patient selection, planning, and surgical technique. This course is designed to be highly practical, offering participants the opportunity to practice the technique twice—first on a saw bone and then [...]
Practical support for Clinical Coaches and your students
Practical support for Clinical Coaches Practical support for Clinical Coaches and your students As Clinical Coaches, you are at the forefront when it comes to supporting your student in practice and with their learning. This presentation will focus on the practical support you can offer - from looking at time management tips for both you [...]
What can we do to prevent OA; and why this is so important
Preventing OAWhat can we do to prevent OA; and why this is so important Canine osteoarthritis is a, if not the, leading cause of elective euthanasia in the UK, afflicting the dog for the longest and causing the most severe clinical signs of all common complaints seen in first opinion practice. Now labelled a welfare [...]
Rehabilitating the Cranial Cruciate Patient
Partial or complete rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament is one of the most common causes of hind limb lameness in dogs. It can result in pain commonly associated with lameness, muscle atrophy and poor limb function as a result of dynamic joint instability. During [...]
Physiotherapeutic techniques: Effective support and care in the inpatient setting
Physiotherapeutic techniquesPhysiotherapeutic techniques: Effective support and care in the inpatient setting This session will consider the needs of a variety of patient presentations - how best to support your patients from a physiotherapeutic point of view, how to optimise the rest environment and make use of efficient support systems. Strategies for proactive management of recumbent [...]
Hydrotherapy: What’s really involved?
HydrotherapyHydrotherapy: What's really involved? This presentation will cover the following key learning points: An introduction to small animal hydrotherapy Being a hydrotherapist Considerations of hydrotherapy Duration: (35 mins) CPD points earned: 1hr Start the course Why Choose CAW? Established in 1989, we have over 30 years of experience in delivering professionally recognised qualifications, leading to [...]
Feline Rehabilitation: Where to start
This presentation will focus on looking at the best ways to successfully manage feline rehabilitation in practice and the main starting points to consider. We will look at the basics of feline behaviour, home environment and pain presentation. We will then consider how this can [...]
Developments in Managing Canine Osteoarthritis
Managing Canine OsteoarthritisDevelopments in Managing Canine Osteoarthritis Canine osteoarthritis is a highly prevalent condition that will affect most dogs within their lifetime. Now considered a welfare concern (O'Neil et al 2019*) prevention, early diagnosis and proactive case management are prerequisites to improving the quality of life and longevity of our canine friends. This presentation will [...]
Brace Yourself – Orthoses in Small Animal Practice
Orthoses in Small Animal PracticeBrace Yourself - Orthoses in Small Animal Practice Still a newly emerging therapeutic modality, veterinary orthoses and prosthetics originated in human health care and are now widely respected in the veterinary industry. An orthosis is an externally applied device used to modify the structural and functional characteristics of the neuromuscular and [...]
An Introduction to Veterinary Acupuncture
Veterinary acupuncture has become more popular in recent years, as a mean to add pain relief, improve mobility and provide holistic treatments to animals. This is still a debated therapy which raises eyebrows, if not totally dismissed by its detractors, whereas some vets are very fond [...]
The role of physiotherapy in animal rehabilitation and performance optimisation.
Physiotherapy in Animal Rehabilitation The role of physiotherapy in animal rehabilitation and performance optimisation This presentation will cover the following key learning points: To have an understanding of the broad uses of: The physiotherapy profession within animal therapy To have an awareness of the variety of treatment techniques The role of the physiotherapist with in [...]
Can cats and dogs be healthy on a plant-based diet?
Plant-based foods are increasingly popular in human nutrition and many owners want to provide exclusively vegetarian or vegan foods for their companions. The main Veterinary Associations such as the BVA and the Pet Food Manufacturers Association [...]
The Emotional Experience: Changing perspectives on behaviour
The Emotional ExperienceThe Emotional Experience: Changing perspectives on behaviour Andrew Hale Bsc ISCP.Dip.Canine.Prac brings the emotional experience lens to look at how we see behaviour in companion animals, with a particular focus on dogs. A big part of the emotional experience is the ability to communicate the need to feel safe, and Andrew will introduce [...]
Tibial Plateau Levelling Osteotomy (TPLO)
Explore biomechanics of cruciate ligament deficient stifles and Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy (TPLO) in these courses. Gain insights into patient assessment, surgical planning, implant selection, instrument usage, post-op care, and complication management. Hone your skills through hands-on experience in dry and wet lab environments, learning and [...]
Locking Plate Systems
In this course we explore the evolution of locking systems and mechanical concepts. The course aims to understand the choices made in terms of steel versus titanium and polyaxial versus fixed. With hundreds of cases, Duncan and Filippo will share some of their successes and experiences whilst using both PAX [...]
Cranial Closing Wedge Osteotomy
(CCWO) has become a popular technique for the treatment of canine cranial cruciate ligament disease in dogs that have a steep tibial plateau or joint angle, such as West Highland Terriers. In the morning session we cover the key objectives before practicing the technique [...]