Back, Sacroiliac & Pelvic Problems of the Horse – A 2-Day Practical Course
Species
Equine
Contact Hours
14.5 Hours (RACE Accredited)
Early Booking Deadline
Wed, 13 December, 2023
Registration Deadline
Wed, 31 January, 2024
Language
English
Discipline
Diagnostic Imaging
Orthopaedics
Sports Medicine
Industry Partners
Global


North America


Veterinary Partners
Global



North America












The registration deadline has been extended as this course will definitely take place.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Conditions affecting the back, pelvis and sacroiliac region are common in the horse and can cause pain, poor performance and lameness. Over the past decade the axial skeleton has been extensively researched; this new knowledge combined with recently published retrospective studies have shed light on these previously poorly understood problems. This 2-day practical course is suitable for veterinarians from mixed and equine practice who are keen to update their knowledge on the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis and up-to-date therapy of back, pelvic and sacroiliac problems in the horse.
In the mornings the following topics will be covered in well-illustrated lectures and case presentations:
- Clinical examination of the back
- Anatomy & Imaging of the back
- Diagnostic techniques for back conditions
- Common conditions of the back
- Less common conditions of the back
- Saddle fit assessment
- Sacroiliac disease – Pathophysiology & Diagnosis
- Sacroiliac disease – Injections & Therapy
- Clinical examination of the pelvis and hip
- Imaging of the pelvis and hip
- Soft tissue and muscle conditions of the pelvis
- Bony problems affecting the pelvis and hip
Open and frank discussions are encouraged during the dedicated question times and the speakers will share their personal experiences (successes and failures) with attendees.
In the afternoons, 7 hours of practical sessions will give attendees the opportunity to put theory into practice on live horses and equine specimens and to ask questions in small groups (2 – 4 attendees / ultrasound machine), all under the supervision of specialists. The following practical sessions will be covered during the course:
- Clinical examination of the back
- Ultrasound of the back & Facet Joint injections
- Saddle fit assessment
- Clinical examination of the pelvis and hip
- Ultrasound of the pelvis & hip
- Sacroiliac injection techniques on specimens
The course fee includes lunches at a restaurant, coffee/tea breaks, extensive electronic course notes and a certificate of attendance. On the evening of the first day all attendees are invited to attend the wine & cheese reception. Attendees can choose to only attend the lectures (= Lectures Only) on this course or can register for the entire course (= Lectures & Practical Sessions). Early course registration is recommended as there are only a limited number of places available.
Matt grew up with horses in Reno, Nevada. When he was 12, he decided to become an equine veterinarian. He spent 11 summers working as a back-country guide at McGee Creek and Mammoth Lakes Pack Outfits, where he met his wife Tiffany (who is now a hospital technician at Steinbeck Equine). Matt enjoys the balance of time in the field seeing horses where they live, and the challenging lameness and diagnostic imaging cases he sees in the clinic.
- 2015 Board certified in Equine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation with the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR)
- 2001 joined Steinbeck Country Equine Clinic, Salinas, CA
- 2000 University of Pennsylvania, New Bolton Center, Fellowship in Large Animal Ultrasound and Cardiology
- 1999-2000 Alamo Pintado Equine Medical Center, Internship in Diagnostic Imaging with ultrasound, radiology, nuclear scintigraphy (bone scans) and computed tomography (CT) modalities
- 1997-1999 Mountain View Veterinary Hospital, Vancouver, WA, Ambulatory Veterinarian
- 1996-1997 Alamo Pintado Equine Medical Center, Internship
- 1996 UC Davis, Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine
- 1992 Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, BS Animal Science
Annette was educated in the UK, attending City University in London where she graduated with a Politics and Law Degree. After University she concentrated on her passion of horses and competed in Three Day Level Eventing in the UK and Intermediare II in dressage. During this time she qualified through the British Horse Society’s Examinations as an Instructor and Rider taking and passing her Intermediate Instructor exams. Annette taught Pony Club in the UK and was an examiner at the B Level. After immigrating to the USA to a job as an Associate Professor in the Wilson College Equestrian program, she taught Pedagogy and Biomechanics classes as well as the practical and theoretical study of backing the young horse and riding classes. Annette went on to establish her own saddlery company and Qualified with the Society of Master Saddlers as a Qualified Saddle Fitter. Since then she has been fitting and doing saddle research in conjunction with the Novel company. Novel assists by providing a Pliance Pressure System to use under saddles. Research is also conducted using high speed camera analysis done with the Quintic system. This research is used to assist in product development, problem solving and increased awareness of Pliance.
More InfoDr. Wade Tenney completed his veterinary studies at Colorado State University. He then went on to do an equine private practice internship at Littleton Equine Medical Center where he stayed on for an additional two years as an associate veterinarian. He then joined B.W. Furlong and Associates in Oldwick, New Jersey where he practiced as an ambulatory/clinic veterinarian with a strong focus on reproduction and nuclear scintigraphy. In 2005, Dr. Tenney completed a 1 year fellowship in Large Animal Ultrasound with Dr. Mary Beth Whitcomb and Dr. Betsy Vaughan at the University of California, Davis. Following his fellowship, Dr. Tenney joined Steinbeck Country Equine Clinic on California’s beautiful central coast. During this time he worked as a general practitioner with a strong focus on sports medicine and ultrasound. He also provided care to clients at the HITS Thermal Horse Show during the winter months. In April of 2013, Dr. Tenney joined the Large Animal Ultrasound Department at the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. At the Hospital for Large Animals, Dr. Tenney works closely with the Sports Medicine, Internal Medicine and General Surgery services, providing diagnostic ultrasound services to horses throughout the Northeast. Dr. Tenney also spends the winter months at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida providing ultrasound consultations for performance horses in south Florida.
More InfoPlease download the Program PDF to view it: Download PDF
CONTACT DETAILS FOR CLINIC
Phone: 909-628-5545
Website: www.chinovalleyequine.com
Email: admin@chinovalleyequine.com
DIRECTIONS
LAX AIRPORT:
Get on I-105 E from S Sepulveda Blvd: 3 min (1.6 mi)
Continue on I-105 E. Take I-605 N and CA-60 E to Chino Ave in San Bernardino County
Take exit 11Afrom CA-71 S: 51 min (46.0 mi)
Take Peyton Dr to English Pl in Chino Hills
NEARBY AIRPORTS
International airports
13 miles: Ontario International Airport- Ontario, CA
35 miles: John Wayne International Airport - Santa Ana, CA
51 miles: Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles, CA
Domestic airports
43 miles: Long Beach Airport, Long Beach, CA
45 miles: Hollywood Burbank Airport, Burbank, CA
NEARBY HOTELS
Hampton Inn & Suites Chino Hills 3150 Chino Ave. Chino Hills, CA 91709 Tel: +1-909-591-2474
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3.2 miles |
$169 |
Motel 6 Los Angeles-Pomona 2470 S. Garey Ave. Pomona, CA 91766 Tel: +1-909-591-1871
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3.3 miles |
$92 |
Extended Stay America-Chino Valley 4325 Corporate Center Ave. Chino, CA 91710 Tel: +1-909-597-8675
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3.4 miles |
$93 |
Ayres Hotel Chino Hills 4785 Chino Hills Pkwy. Chino Hills, CA 91709 Tel: +1-909-631-2922
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3.7 miles |
$115 (if mentioned that you are with Chino Valley Equine Hospital) |
La Quinta Pomona 3200 W. Temple Ave. Pomona, CA 91768 Tel: +1-909-598-0073
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7.2 miles |
$123 |
DoubleTree by Hilton Pomona 3101 W. Temple Ave. Pomona, CA 91768 Tel: +1-909-594-0600
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7.3 miles |
$138 |
““Good lectures, very well organized and I am very pleased with the knowledge that I gained.””
- Malin K. Austnes, Wroclaw, Poland - Back, Sacroiliac & Pelvic Problems of the Horse course
““Great balance between theory & practical wetlabs, interesting speakers of high quality, not exclusive to specialist vets, but suitable for all.””
- Folke Rohrssen, Cahir, Ireland - Back, Sacroiliac & Pelvic Problems of the Horse course, Finland
Qualified Vet
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 1290.00
Lectures Only
USD 660.00
2nd vet, same clinic
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 1225.00
Lectures Only
USD 630.00
Vet & Vet. Nurse / Vet. Technician
Lectures & Practical Sessions
USD 2190.00
Lectures Only
USD 1750.00
Intern/PhD (Requires proof of status)
Lectures Only
USD 330.00
Veterinary Student (Requires proof of status)
Lectures Only
USD 130.00
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