5th Annual S T A A R Symposium on Therapeutic Advances in Animal Rehabilitation April 25-27, 2014; Pre- Symposium Lab April 23-24, 2014 Hamiln Park Hotel & Conference Center, Florham Park, New Jersey, USA Pre-Symposium Lab (2 days) Manual Therapy Essentials for the Canine Spine, BScPT, MAnimSt, CAFCI, CCRT WORKSHOPS (choose up 4 workshops) Advanced Manual Therapy for the Canine Spine David Acciani, PT Selected Soft Tissue Techniques for Activation or Relaxation of Muscle Physical Therapy Differential Diagnostics for the Cervico-Thoracic-Shoulder Region, BScPT, MAnimSt, CAFCI, CCRT Brace Yourself: Splints, Soft Orthoses, and Assistive Aids Using and Modifying Devices Improve Mobility Ilaria Borghese, MS, MA, OT Nervous About Nerves? Using Physical and Functional Neurologic Examination Direct Therapy AARP for our Patients: Assessment, Assistance, Rehabilitation, and Pain Management of the Senior Pet, BVSc, PhD, DACVS, CCRP, CVSMT, DACVSMR Canine Conditioning: Link Between Rehab & Return Sport Linda McGonagle, MSPT, LVT Physical Therapy Treatment Plans for the Elbow, Shoulder, and Hip Using Gait Analysis and Structure Determine Lameness and Treatment, MPT L E C T U R E S Saturday Lecture Track: What s on the Horizon? Cutting Edge Topics in Veterinary Rehabilitation that Impact Your Practice Today Progression of Canine Degenerative Myelopathy Updates and Considerations of Physiotherapy Joan Coates, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Neuro) Evidence-Based Medicine in Rehabilitation Today Kristin Kirkby, DVM, DACVS, PhD, Dipl Am Coll Vet Sports Med & Rehab Rehabilitation in the 21st Century Manipulating the Neuro Frontier Pedro Luis Rivera, DVM, Fellow American College Functional Neurology Advancing Rehabilitation Through Research Using Computer Simulation Gina Bercci, PhD, PE, Endowed Chair, Biomechanics Presented by the American Associa2on of Rehabilita2on Veterinarians Wednesday and Thursday Pre- Symposium Workshop Breakfast & Lunch Included Friday and Saturday Breakfast in Exhibit Hall Workshops & Lectures Gourmet Lunch Buffet Beverages and Snacks Friday Evening STAAR Cocktail RecepRon Butlered Hors D oeuvres Open Wine/Beer Bar Raffle Prizes J in Exhibit Hall Sunday Panel Discussion Interac2ve Case Study Consulta2ons: Orthopedic & Neurologic Space is limited. 20 par2cipants/workshop max. To register, call or visit us at: 908-439- 9139 www.staarconference.com Presented by Thera-Paw, Inc.
5th Annual STAAR Symposium on Therapeutic Advances in Animal Rehabilitation April 25-27, 2014 (Pre- Symposium Lab April 23-24, 2014), Florham Park, NJ YOUR INFORMATION info@staarconference.com 908-439-9139 www.staarconference.com FIRST NAME: DEGREE/CREDENTIALS: LAST NAME: YEARS EXPERIENCE IN CANINE REHAB: MAILING ADDRESS: CITY: ZIP CODE/POSTAL CODE: TELEPHONE: STATE/PROVINCE: COUNTRY: E-MAIL: STAAR RATING SYSTEM: STAAR has developed a basic guideline rating system help you select the workshop(s) most suited your educational level. Ratings are given for the following disciplines: Veterinarians (DVM/VMD) Veterinary Technicians (VT) Physical Therapists (PT) Physical Therapy Assistants (PTA) Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioners, Therapists, or Assistants (CCRP / CCRT / CCRA) Use the credentials that best define your skill set. Furthermore, the STAAR Rating System qualifies each Workshop based on clinical experience as follows: Basic course: Designed for participants who desire a basic understanding or knowledge of the pic or skills. Intermediate course: Participants assume a solid foundation and understanding of the pic and skills, and desire more advanced training. Challenging course: Presentation includes advanced skills and up--date techniques that assumes a thorough understanding of the pic. PRE-SYMPOSIUM LAB (Wednesday, April 23 Thursday, April, 24) r Manual Therapy Essentials for the Canine Spine 16 DVM, VT, PT, 20 participants maximum Wednesday 9:00 am 6:00 pm (breakfast and lunch included) Thursday 9:00 am 6:00 pm (breakfast and lunch included) Prerequisites: This 2-day course is open Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians, Physical Therapists, and those who have successfully completed a canine rehabilitation certification program. Others may be admitted by special permission based on review of applicant s previous coursework and experience. Course Description: Through lecture and lab, the instrucr will lead participants through a thorough evaluation of the canine spine from a mechanical perspective. Focus will include manual therapy concepts and evidencebased rationale for treatment selection. Participants will gain a greater depth of understanding of spinal mechanics, a better appreciation for the detection of spinal dysfunctions, and the ability manually treat (via mobilization techniques) the spinal system. STAAR 2014 Registration 1
STAAR Symposium on Therapeutic Advances in Animal Rehabilitation REGISTRATION Pre-Symposium Lab (April 23-24; 2 days) Manual Therapy Essentials for the Canine Spine $1,199, BScPT, MAnimSt, CAFCI, CCRT Workshops and Lectures (4 each with ½-hour break) Includes breakfast, snacks throughout the day, gourmet lunch (Fri. & Sat.) Friday evening cocktail party (sponsored by STAAR), & 2 raffle tickets Early Registration Late Registration (up 3/15/2014) (after 3/15/2014) Advanced Manual Therapy for the Canine Spine David Acciani, PT $336 $376 Selected Soft Tissue Techniques for Activation or Relaxation of Muscle, BScPT, MAnimSt, CAFCI, CCRT $336 $376 Physical Therapy Differential Diagnostics for the Cervico-Thoracic-Shoulder Region, BScPT, MAnimSt, CAFCI, CCRT $336 $376 Brace Yourself: Splints, Soft Orthoses, and Assistive Aids - Using and Modifying Devices Improve Mobility Ilaria Borghese, MS, MA, OT $336 $376 Nervous About Nerves? Using Physical and Functional Neurologic Examination Direct Therapy, BVSc, PhD, DACVS, CCRP, CVSMT, $336 $376 Dipl. American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation AARP for our Patients: Assessment, Assistance, Rehabilitation, & Pain Management of the Senior Pet, BVSc, PhD, DACVS, CCRP, CVSMT, $336 $376 Dipl. American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Canine Conditioning : The Link Between Rehab and Return Sport Linda McGonagle, MSPT, LVT $336 $376 Physical Therapy Treatment Plans for the Elbow, Shoulder, and Hip, MPT $336 $376 Using Gait Analysis and Structure Determine Lameness and Treatment, MPT $336 $376 Saturday Lecture Track (Presented by AARV): What s on the Horizon? Cutting Edge Topics in Veterinary Rehabilitation that Impact Your Practice Today $179 $199 Progression of Canine Degenerative Myelopathy Updates and Considerations of Physiotherapy Joan Coates, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Neuro) Evidence-Based Medicine in Rehabilitation Today Kristin Kirkby, DVM, DACVS, PhD, Dipl. American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Rehabilitation in the 21 st Century Manipulating the Neuro Frontier Pedro Luis Rivera, DVM, Fellow American College Functional Neurology Advancing Rehabilitation Through Research Using Computer Simulation Gina Bercci, PhD, PE, Endowed Chair, Biomechanics Panel Discussion Forum: Interactive Case Study Consultations: Orthopedic and Neurologic $45 $50 TOTAL PAYMENT DUE $ STAAR 2014 Registration 2
PAYMENT & BILLING INFORMATION Please complete both this form and the STAAR Workshop & Lecture Choices form (5 pages tal) and send via one of the following options: FAX: 908-439-9239 E-MAIL: info@staarconference.com MAIL: Thera-Paw, Inc., (Check payable : Thera-Paw, Inc.) Attention: WORKSHOP 36 Hill and Dale Road, Lebanon, New Jersey, 08833 If paying by credit card, please complete the following information: DEPOSIT OR TOTAL TO BE CHARGED AT THIS TIME: $ VISA / MC #: EXPIRATION DATE: 3-DIGIT SECURITY CODE: NAME ON CREDIT CARD: BILLING ADDRESS (if different from your information above): CITY: ZIP CODE/POSTAL CODE: STATE/PROVINCE: COUNTRY: PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES & CANCELLATION POLICIES: We accept a deposit of 1 workshop ($336) hold your place in STAAR. Workshop choices are on a first-come, first-serve basis, and are honored once final payment is received. Final payment is due by March 15, 2014. Refunds are issued as follows: 1) prior February 1, 2014 (75% refund) 2) from February 1, 2014 February 20, 2014 (50% refund) 3) from February 21, 2014 March 15, 2014 (25% refund) 4) there are no refunds issued after March 15, however, a partial credit may be applied ward future STAAR Conferences. STAAR refunds are not issued for: 1) late arrivals or absenteeism 2) deposits made without follow-up either in person or by phone or e-mail Once payment is made in full and your registration is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation e-mail. Your WELCOME PACKET with additional information will be mailed you at the end of March. Workshops will be cancelled if less than 10 participants enroll by March 15. Participants will be required sign a Release of Liability upon arrival and registration at STAAR. Certificates of Attendance with documented are awarded upon successful completion of selected workshops and lectures, and can be used for C.E.U. verification and credits. Dates, locations, instrucrs and/or costs are subject change. I have read, undersod, and agreed the Participant Responsibilities & Cancellation Policies. Print your Name Your Signature Please feel free us with questions at: 908-439-9139 or info@staarconference.com. Thank you. STAAR 2014 Registration 3
SYMPOSIUM WORKSHOP & LECTURE CHOICES Workshops and Lecture Track are each. There are 5 choices per for Friday and Saturday. Please place an X in your choice of workshops or lecture track. Make ONLY ONE choice for each. Workshop choices are on a first-come, first-serve basis, and are honored once final payment is received. SEND COMPLETED 5-PAGE REGISTRATION TO: 908-439-9239 (fax) or info@staarconference.com WORKSHOPS & LECTURES Basic course: Designed for participants who desire a basic understanding or knowledge of the pic or skills. Intermediate course: Participants assume a solid foundation and understanding of the pic and skills, and desire more advanced training. Challenging course: Presentation includes advanced skills and up--date techniques that assumes a thorough understanding of the pic. STAAR 2014 Registration 4 Friday AM 9:00 am 1:00 pm Friday PM 2:00 pm 6:00 pm r Advanced Manual Therapy for the Canine Spine David Acciani DVM, PT, r Advanced Manual Therapy for the Canine Spine David Acciani DVM, PT, Differential Diagnostics for the Cervico-Thoracic- Shoulder Region DVM, PT, r Selected Soft Tissue Techniques for Activation or Relaxation of Muscle DVM, PT, Treatment Plans for the Elbow, Shoulder, and Hip DVM, PT, r Using Gait Analysis and Structure Determine Lameness and Treatment DVM, PT, VT, CCRA r Nervous About Nerves? Using Physical and Functional Neurologic Examination Direct Therapy PT, DVM r AARP for our Patients: Assessment, Assistance, Rehabilitation, and Pain Management of the Senior Pet DVM, PT, CCRA, VT, PTA r Brace Yourself: Splints, Soft Orthoses, and Assistive Aids Using and Modifying Devices Improve Mobility Ilaria Borghese DVM, PT, r Brace Yourself: Splints, Soft Orthoses, and Assistive Aids Using and Modifying Devices Improve Mobility Ilaria Borghese DVM, PT,
r LECTURE TRACK What s on the Horizon? Cutting Edge Topics in Veterinary Rehabilitation that Impact Your Practice Today Joan Coates Kristin Kirkby Pedro Luis Rivera Gina Bercci DVM, VT, PT, PTA, CCRA STAAR 2014 Registration 5 Saturday AM 9:00 am 1:00 pm r Canine Conditioning: The Link Between Rehab and Return Sport Linda McGonagle DVM, PT,, PTA WORKSHOPS & LECTURES r Selected Soft Tissue Techniques for Activation or Relaxation of Muscle DVM, PT, r Using Gait Analysis and Structure Determine Lameness and Treatment DVM, PT, VT, CCRA r AARP for our Patients: Assessment, Assistance, Rehabilitation, and Pain Management of the Senior Pet DVM, PT, CCRA, VT, PTA r LECTURE TRACK: What s on the Horizon? Cutting Edge Topics in Veterinary Rehabilitation that Impact Your Practice Today Joan Coates Kristin Kirkby Pedro Luis Rivera Gina Bercci DVM, VT, PT, PTA, CCRA Saturday PM 2:00 pm 6:00 pm r Canine Conditioning: The Link Between Rehab and Return Sport Linda McGonagle DVM, PT,, PTA Differential Diagnostics for the Cervico-Thoracic-Shoulder Region DVM, PT, Treatment Plans for the Elbow, Shoulder, and Hip DVM, PT, r Nervous About Nerves? Using Physical and Functional Neurologic Examination Direct Therapy PT, DVM Sunday AM 8:30 am 10:30 am 2.0 r PANEL DISCUSSION Interactive Case Study Consultation with our Experts: Orthopedic and Neurologic (additional pics may be added) DVM, VT, PT, PTA, CCRA