10 Jul 2021 - 10 Jul 2021

The Equine Back

The anatomy of the back is complex and pain can arise from several structures caused by a variety of problems, which are usually multi-factorial and often interlinked resulting in a range of clinical signs. This course explores the process of diagnosis and therapy of back problems.

Course dates

10 Jul 2021 08:30 - 10 Jul 2021 17:00

Royal Veterinary College, Hawkshead Lane, AL9 7TA

About the Course

This event has been postponed from 15 May and will now take place on 10 July 2021.

There is no doubt that the equine back presents a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge for all equine practitioners. The anatomy of the back is complex and pain can arise from several structures caused by a variety of problems, which are usually multi-factorial and often interlinked resulting in a range of clinical signs. 

In this course, the delegates will be guided through the diagnosis and therapy of back problems. The speakers have been chosen for their expertise and practical skills. They will focus on giving highly practical guidance and tips on how to examine, image and treat horses presenting with back pain. We will also give an insight into the objective measurement of back movement and how elite equine athlete’s back movements are measured. The practical sessions will give the opportunity for the delegates to get hands on experience in small group teaching. 

The course is suitable for anyone who wants to know more about this challenging area and wants to optimise their approach to these cases. This course is now open to nurses and physiotherapists as well as qualified vets, BEVA members can book at a discounted rate. Please contact the office directly to book on 01638 723 555 or via email - events@beva.org.uk.

The course is offered as a blended session with introductory material and lectures provided online in advance of the practical day. On 10th July we will run the practical sessions in small groups through the day.

Key Learning Objectives

• Gain a thorough understanding of the morphological and functional anatomy of the back 
• Understand the principles of saddle fitting 
• Improve your techniques for imaging of the back 
• Optimise your diagnostic and therapeutic approaches to back problems 

	Right mix of theory and content, good 'case study' examples - excellent practicals.
	- 2019 Delegate

Pre-course learning

This course offers introductory material online prior to the course to be completed by all delegates.

Course Organiser

• Andy Fiske-Jackson BVSc MVetMed DipECVS FHEA MRCVS

Course Speakers

• Andy Fiske-Jackson BVSc MVetMed DipECVS FHEA MRCVS 
• Mark Fisher RVM 
• Russell Guire BSc Hons 
• Gabriel Manso-Diaz DVM MSc PhD MRCVS 
• Rhiannon Morgan BSc BVSc CertAVP PhD MRCVS 
• Thilo Pfau FHEA 

Course Fees

• BEVA members £280
• BEVA nurse members £140
• BEVA physiotherapist members £280
• Non members £560

Course Downloads

• Full Course Programme

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Please note: you are required to make an online payment when booking via the website. If you would like to pay using a different method please contact us on +44 (0) 1638 723 555 or by email at events@beva.org.uk.

Terms and conditions

Covid-19 Terms and Conditions

• If you book a place on a BEVA CPD course and are unable to attend due to any Covid-19 related issue (e.g. as a result of showing symptoms or track and trace restrictions) you will receive a credit for the amount you paid. This credit can be used for any BEVA CPD and will be valid for a year from the date of issue. Please contact us as soon as possible if you are unable to attend a course.
• If you need to cancel your place for a non-Covid-19 related reason our standard terms and conditions will apply.
• If BEVA are required to cancel or postpone a course for any reason, you can opt to receive a full refund or receive a credit for a future BEVA CPD course (valid for a year from the date of issue).

Standard Terms and Conditions

• A full refund will be made, less a 10% administration charge, if cancellation is more than 6 weeks before the start of the course
• A refund cannot be guaranteed if cancellation is less than 6 weeks before the start of the course. A refund will be made if BEVA can resell the place, less a 20% administration charge. 
• Booked places can be transferred to another person free of charge. If the transferee is not a BEVA member he/she will be liable for the difference between the member and non-member rate.
• All delegates must have appropriate liability and professional indemnity insurance. 
• Delegates must bring appropriate safety wear (coveralls, hard hats, boots etc) to courses involving practical sessions.
• BEVA may pass contact details of delegates to the organisers or sponsors of the course unless the delegate has specified otherwise.
• All delegates self-certify that they are qualified to undertake the procedures being taught, or in training for such a qualification and make the organisers of the course aware of their training status.

By registering for this event, you accept the above terms and conditions.