M1 - Introduction to Equine Osteopathy: start of the next new 3 yrs. non vet. course.
August 30 - September 2, 2010
Manege 't Hetjen B.V.
Platijkweg 1
6171 XA Stein, Netherlands
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 extended exercising of the biomechanics | Examination and osteopathic treating techniques of the front limb.
