M1 - Introduction to Equine Osteopathy: start of the next new 2 yrs. course for veterinarians, DO and PT.
November 4 - November 7, 2010
The Whole Horse
3330 Harris Hill Road
San Marcos, TX USA
Map and Driving Directions
Module 1 - Introduction to Equine Osteopathy and the Front Limb Content: History of osteopathy and equine osteopathy | Definition and concept of equine osteopathy: the principles of osteopathy; concept of the osteopathic lesion or disorder; explanation of the “gamma loop” | Structural anatomy of the front limb | Biomechanics, examination and osteopathic treating techniques: the scapulae thoracic junction; the scapulo humeral joint; the art. cubiti.; the carpus and metacarpus | Explanation and classification of the osteopathic techniques: Fascial techniques; Strain- counter strain techniques; Listening techniques; Normalization techniques Wet lab: Practical explanation and ext
ended exercising of the biomechanics | Examination and osteopathic treating techniques of the front limb
