SEPTEMBER 2022 | NEWS & UPDATES |
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In this issue ... apply for AARV and Purina Research Grants, upcoming CE events, Spotlight Practice, Technician Corner with Member Spotlight, and more!
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President's Message
Learn More About Pain Management and Upcoming CE Events!
I am excited for the fall weather changes as we welcome students back to the classroom! Along with cooler temperatures in some areas, patients with osteoarthritis may begin to have flare-ups. September is Animal Pain Awareness month and if you need resources to download, head over to IVAPM’s website for media and client handouts. Pain management is essential prior to beginning any rehabilitation program and the variability in animal expression can sometimes make recognition of pain difficult. Rehabilitation can also help manage pain by improving mobility and adding analgesic modalities to one’s therapeutic plan.
The Board is actively at work finalizing details for an online CE event this fall on Saturday, October 22. This will be a half-day CE focused on rehabilitation. Mark your calendars now and see below for more details! Our live CE for 2023 will be in conjunction with IVAPM in the spring, this year in Atlanta, Georgia.
Don’t forget to check out our current grants and competitions. We have two $2,500 research grants sponsored by AARV and Purina (deadline September 30th). For more information on these opportunities, please visit our Grant Opportunities page on our website or feel free to contact me at president@rehabvets.org.
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Theresa E. Pancotto, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Neurology), CCRP |
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Recent Articles
Overview of the current literature on the most common neurological diseases in dogs with a particular focus on rehabilitation.
Locally injected autologous platelet-rich plasma improves cutaneous wound healing in cats.
Therapeutics prior to mesenchymal stromal cell therapy improves outcome in equine orthopedic injuries.
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Apply for AARV and Purina-Sponsored Grants by September 30th! |
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We are pleased to announce two $2,500 grants available to all AARV members. One grant is sponsored by Purina and the other by the AARV. Grant submissions must have a focus related to the field of veterinary sports medicine/rehabilitation. Grant winners must be available to present their research findings (location TBD).
Please be aware of the following deadlines for submissions and visit our Grant Opportunities page for all the details regarding applications. Submissions and further inquiries about grant applications should be submitted to president@rehabvets.org.
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Grant submission deadlines:
September 15: Final call for grant submissions
September 30: Grant submission deadline
October 31: Decision notified to authors
November 2023-Spring 2024: Presentation of study results
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Don't Miss This Agility Dog Webinar Series!
The Agility Dog Health Network is hosting a webinar series through Washington State University Continuing Veterinary Medical Education. If you work with agility dogs and owners or are interested in starting, this webinar series may be for you. All webinars are from 5:00-6:00 PM (PT). The webinar series includes:
- September 14th: Orthopedic Evaluation of Agility Dogs
- October 12th: Shoulder Injuries and Digit Injuries in Agility Dogs
- November 9th: Iliopsoas and Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture (CCLR) in Agility Dogs
- December 14th: Working with Traveling Competitor and Her Dogs
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Save the Date for Our October 22 Online CE Event! |
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Are you ready for some free CE? Mark your calendars for our AARV/Purina online CE event — Saturday, October 22 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Eastern (registration information still to come).
Speakers/topics include:
- Dr. Ross Palmer will be presenting "Canine OA & Obesity: Nutrition's Role in Restoring Mobility."
- Dr. Laurie McCauley will be presenting "Laser Therapy: Inflammation and Beyond" and "My TOP Exercises and Why."
Please join us for some wonderful speakers, topics, and lots of learning. A huge thank-you to our sponsors Purina and Paw Prosper for helping to provide our members with this free continuing education opportunity.
More information and a registration link for this free event will be coming soon.
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Save the Date for the April 2023 Pain Management Forum in Atlanta! |
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AARV will be joining with IVAPM again in 2023 for the next Pain Management Forum. The next forum will be held April 2-4, 2023, in Atlanta, Georgia, at the Westin Peachtree Plaza. Stay tuned for further information, and you can also visit https://ivapm.org/pain-management-forum/.
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Thank You to All Who Applied for the Healing Oasis Rehabilitation Technician Case Report Grant |
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Thank you to the technicians who submitted entries for the Rehabilitation Technician Case Report Grant from The Healing Oasis Wellness Center! We are reviewing the entries and will notify the winner by September 15.
The winner will receive a $1,000 grant to be applied towards the registration, transportation, and lodging for the 2022 Healing Oasis Conference, to be held November 11-13, 2022, at the National University of Health Sciences in Lombard, Illinois. The conference theme is "Strength, Stability and Motion – Winning the Performance Trifecta!" Visit The Healing Oasis Wellness Center website to learn more about the conference.
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Student Members:
Check Out the Student Section of Our Website!
by Molly Flaherty, DVM, CCRP, CVA, CVPP, CVSMT
University Liaison
Please see the student section of our website to view the benefits for student members. Membership is free to students enrolled in accredited veterinary, veterinary technician/nurse, and physical therapy programs.
Do you have a student club at your university that is interested in learning more about rehabilitation and sports medicine? Register Your Club! We can help arrange a rehab lecture in your school for registered student clubs. Contact university@rehabvets.org for more information.
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SPOTLIGHT PRACTICE
Two Hands Four Paws
Two Hands Four Paws is an independent physical rehabilitation clinic specializing in hydrotherapy, acupuncture and integrative medicine. We saw our first patients in 1998 and we have grown every year since. Our West Los Angeles clinic contains three water treadmills and a full-size indoor pool. Our multi-veterinarian, multi-therapist practice consists of two veterinarians certified in acupuncture and rehabilitation, as well as five RVTs, four of whom are certified in rehab with one about to start rehab school. We require that every technician, PT and vet in our practice be rehab-certified.
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TECHNICIAN CORNER
Check Out These Pool Noodle Tips – and Our Member Spotlight!
by Sarah Ostrin, CVT, VTS-Phys. Rehabilitation, CCRP, OCMC, CAPMC
AARV Technician Liaison
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Welcome to September — back to school we go! It’s the time of year when all the students, young and old, are going back to school. Why not bring back a little more clinical skill learning to the Technician Corner as well?
My biggest tip is: Don’t be afraid to be creative! Don’t be afraid to fail on your first try at a fix, and pool noodles can literally be used for EVERYTHING!!!
Seriously … if you don’t have 20 of them in different sizes, you are missing out on major opportunities. (Yes, I’ve been told I get overly excited about them, but the possibilities are endless!)
- I know a lot of us use them for bumpers to keep our patients in the center of the UWTM. You can use anything from a 1-6 inch noodle on either side depending on your patients' needs. You can even bend them in a horseshoe at the front and back to keep them in the middle.
- You can use them as cavalletti rails of varying heights as well (also, a great thing to tell owners to purchase at the dollar store to cut in ½, or ¼ for the shorties, to have at home).
- They are great to make “rafts” out of to put on front of those pups who are excessive tank water drinkers while they are walking (you know who I’m talking about). Anyone know why it is always the boxers?
- I love using them as floatation devices on the front of harnesses in the pool or UWTM to give that extra lift for a tripod or resistance to the rear on a stubborn FHO.
- On land they make a great stopper for those that want to hold their legs up no matter what you’ve tried. A piece of noodle and a resistance band around the waist, and BAM — the stifle can’t go up anymore while they are walking. Obviously, behavior modification plays into recovery, but sometimes we need aids because we only have so many hands and our backs only last so long in this career!
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Here are some photos to give you some more ideas. If you have any other ideas for pool noodles or have any other questions about what tricks I may have or tips you may want, send me an email!
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September's Member Spotlight is Ashleigh V. Fairfield. Make sure to click on the image at right or this link and take a look at our monthly APRVT monthly member spotlight for September.
“Remember to breathe, inhale courage but exhale compassion.”
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Learn More About APRVT
The technicians of the APRVT would love to speak at your clinic or local conference! Contact us at vetrehabtechs@gmail.com to find someone in your area!
Please visit the APRVT website and social media sites to learn more about us and don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter!
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Nominations Are Open for the AARV Board of Directors!
Do you know someone whom you feel would make an excellent contribution to leadership within the veterinary rehabilitation profession? AARV is now accepting nominations for Legislative Liaison and Membership Chair on its Board of Directors. Positions involve three-year terms beginning in 2022.
A brief description of each position follows.
To submit a nomination or learn more about the responsibilities of each position, please contact Dr. Theresa Pancotto, AARV president, at president@rehabvets.org.
AARV Legislative Liaison
Purpose: To keep current on legislative issues that may impact animal rehabilitation.
General Roles:
- Serve as the liaison between AARV and the veterinary community including state boards regarding legislative issues related to animal rehabilitation.
- Advocate for legislation identified as supportive of animal rehabilitation.
- Attend and participate in monthly AARV Board of Director meetings as well as the annual meeting of the AARV.
AARV Membership Chair
Purpose: To increase overall membership of the AARV.
General Roles:
- Organize vendor booths at veterinary conferences.
- Reach out to new members using the internet or any kind of networking tools to determine rehab-trained veterinarians who are not members.
- Identify existing or potential member benefits for the purpose of recruitment and retention.
- Attend and participate in monthly AARV Board of Director meetings as well as the annual meeting of the AARV.
- Manage the AARV membership database.
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COVID-19 Resources for Members |
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AARV has compiled a list of resources to be helpful to members as they deal with the challenges of COVID-19. Please visit the COVID-19 Resources page on our website for complete details.
We also encourage members to check with their state and local VMAs as many are publishing and posting resources and guidance for veterinary professionals in their states.
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Join Our Speaker Registry! |
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The AARV wants you to be a speaker! We are developing a speaker registry and are requesting that interested members apply. This is an opportunity to engage in rehab education in your area of expertise! Consideration will be given to AARV members with accredited veterinary sports medicine/rehabilitation certification or ACVSMR diplomate or resident status. Venues may include, but are not restricted to, state, national and sports medicine/rehab specialty CE conferences, meetings and/or student club events. Speakers will be eligible for reimbursement for some travel expenses, which can be discussed upon application.
If you are interested in being a part of our speaker registry, please email president@rehabvets.org with the following information:
- Full name and credentials
- AARV membership
- Area(s) of expertise
- Home state and radius willing to travel
- Venues of interest (to include those suggested above)
Thanks so much for your willingness to share your knowledge!
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Thank You to Our Mentors! |
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The AARV would like to thank all of the rehabilitation professionals who have volunteered to mentor and offer job shadowing/externships to veterinary and veterinary technician students who are interested in rehabilitation. To see a complete list of our current externship opportunities, visit our website, log into the Members Area, and go to the Student Job Shadowing/Externships page.
If you would like to join our mentor list, please email Molly Flaherty, our University Liaison, at university@rehabvets.org.
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AARV Now Has 1,117 Articles of Interest in Its Database! |
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AARV's searchable Articles of Interest Database has expanded to include 1,117 articles! The database now includes Articles of Interest for all of 2016 through July 2022 and is available to AARV members in the Members area of its website.
AARV will keep adding journal articles to the database each month to develop its usefulness as a research tool. We also will continue to include links to our past Articles of Interest from 2010 to the present in PDF format. All Articles of Interest have been selected by AARV founder Dr. Julia Tomlinson because of their relevance to the field of veterinary rehabilitation.
To search the database, log in to the Members Area of the website and go to the Articles of Interest Database page. Enter a keyword, author's name, or other search term to begin your search. A list of matching article abstracts will be displayed. A link to the full version of the journal article will be provided if available.
Our thanks to Dr. Julia Tomlinson for selecting relevant journal articles each month and Dr. Kelli Martin for preparing the articles for the database.
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Check the AARV Calendar for Upcoming Events
Do you have an event to add to the AARV calendar? All calendar posts are now free for AARV members. Please send your calendar event to info@rehabvets.org and be sure to include the name of the event, speaker, topic, date, time, location and URL. Rehabilitation related events/classes only, please.
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Connect with the AARV on LinkedIn! |
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Interested in submitting a classified ad or becoming a sponsor?
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INTERNSHIP/RESIDENCY POSITIONS |
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Internship – Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Tampa, Florida
Florida Veterinary Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine is excited to offer a specialty internship to an enthusiastic individual interested in pursuing a career in this growing field. FVRSM will support the intern toward rehabilitation certification; or if already certified, in training toward a complimentary therapy. Clinical research and publication is encouraged, but not required. The goal of this internship is to provide specialty training to prepare the candidate for residency with the ACVSMR or a career in rehabilitation practice. Contact Dr. Jennifer Brown at dr.brown@floridavetrehab.com.
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Residency in Small Animal Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Burnsville, Minnesota
3-year private practice residency in small animal sports medicine and rehabilitation beginning July 2023, provides in-depth training suitable for private practice or academic setting.
Facility features sports arena, modalities such as shockwave, LASER, therapeutic ultrasound, electrical stimulation, Synovetin OA, PEMF, hydrotherapy, regenerative therapies, imaging/ultrasound, lab services.
"The residency program is more than I had ever hoped, and the mentorship and the caseload variety is invaluable." - Dr Melissa Weber, second-year resident
"This residency has reminded me of why I chose this pathway for myself." - Dr Charlotte Talbert, first-year resident
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Associate Rehabilitation Veterinarian, Decatur, Georgia
VROMP is looking for an Associate Rehabilitation Veterinarian in Decatur, Georgia.
This is a leadership position that will define and implement practice medical policies and procedures to ensure quality patient care for orthopedic injuries or neurologic disease.
Candidates should meet the following criteria:
- D.V.M. with a DACVSMR, CCRP, CCRT, CCRV, VMRT, or CRPM
- CVSMT, CVA, CVAT or CVPP a plus!
- A collaborative, initiative-taking individual who will provide excellent patient care
- Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a D.V.M. in rehabilitation is preferred.
VROMP invests in growth and development and provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. Interested? visit www.vetromp.com/careers.
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Certified Rehabilitation Technician, Decatur, Georgia
VROMP is seeking a Certified Rehabilitation Technician in Decatur, Georgia.
The Certified Rehabilitation Technician has an active role in the patient care tailored for each patient under the supervision of our veterinarians. Candidates must be able to independently administer therapy sessions as directed and assist with client education.
Candidates should meet the following criteria:
- LVT/RVT with CCRP, CCRA, CCRVN, VMRT certification
- A collaborative, self-driven individual who will provide excellent patient care
- Minimum 1 year experience as a Rehabilitation Technician is preferred, however, those working towards certifications will also be considered.
VROMP invests in growth and development and provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. Interested? visit www.vetromp.com/careers.
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Rehabilitation Nurse, St. Augustine, Florida
Do you love veterinary rehabilitation? Would you love to work with other people who feel the same? Veterinary Orthopaedic and Mobility Center is hiring a rehabilitation nurse. Certification is preferred but not required. Our team functions well and has fun together, but we also foster independent work. We are in a 2-year-old, beautiful space with a dedicated gym and a separate Hydrotherapy suite.
We are in St. Augustine, Florida, home to beautiful beaches and a rich historical district. If you are interested in learning more about the position, please contact Dr. Nicole Hardie at drnicole@vomcvet.com or call 904.506.0737.
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Associate Veterinarian, Houston, Texas
Veterinary Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Clinic is currently searching for a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our team. Our goal is to aid in the well-being of our Canine and Equine patients using veterinary chiropractic, acupuncture, rehabilitation practices, nutrition counseling and herbal medicine. We attract A+ clients and provide A++ service. All the regular medicine and vaccines will be referred back to their rDVM.
Certifications in one or more of these modalities are preferred: Chiropractic, Acupuncture, Canine and/or Equine rehabilitation. We offer competitive pay and salary options from PT to FT 55K - 125K to start. Practice buy-in and sign on bonus also available. To apply: https://vetchiroandrehab.com/joinourteam. |
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Associate Veterinarian, Richardson, Texas
Integrative Veterinary Wellness is looking for a full-time TCVM veterinarian to join our growing practice. We offer TCVM, chiropractic care, and canine rehabilitation to small animals in clinic. Equine farm calls are scheduled on a case-by-case basis and if a new hire has the desire to see equine cases this can be arranged, but it is not required. Our practice does not offer any Western medicine, instead we collaborate with local referring veterinary practices to provide an integrative approach. We utilize underwater treadmill, extracorporeal shockwave therapy, two Class IV lasers, PRP, and therapeutic and diagnostic ultrasound to aid in our exams and treatments. Our caseload consists of a diverse mix of sports medicine, postsurgical cases, and long-term geriatric care. We are looking for an associate with strong TCVM and canine rehab skillsets to join our growing team.
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Rehabilitation Technician, Columbia, Missouri
We are searching for an enthusiastic rehabilitation technician to help lead the brand-new small animal sports medicine and rehabilitation service at the University of Missouri, Veterinary Health Center in Columbia, MO. Be part of shaping the service from the ground up and inspiring the next generation of rehab veterinarians and technicians through teaching and clinical service. Great working environment, great benefits, and competitive pay! Rehab certification/experience preferred but will consider the right candidate for training. Please feel free to contact Dr. Bess Pierce for further inquiries or questions about the position at bess.pierce@missouri.edu. For information about technician positions at the University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center and the link to apply, go to: https://vhc.missouri.edu/employment/explore-our-technician-opportunities/ Through the HR link at the bottom of this webpage, search for Job ID 41748 or 42449.
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Veterinarian, Escondido, California
Join our very well-respected small animal general and rehabilitation practice in Escondido, North San Diego County. We are a fast-growing community that is only minutes from outdoor and nightlife fun!
Practice high-quality medicine and enjoy a strong relationship with local specialists. Enjoy practice in our new purpose-built facility with state-of-the-art medicine and rehab equipment.
Competitive salary and benefits. No nights or weekends.
Our well-trained staff makes DVM time very efficient.
Well-established or recent grad are all welcome! I love mentoring!
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Rehabilitation Technician, Oak Park, Illinois
PetVets Animal Hospital in Oak Park, IL is seeking an experienced and dedicated CCRP/CCRT CVT to join our team. Our rehabilitation facility offers acupuncture, massage, class IV laser, underwater treadmill, therapeutic exercise, and more.
Licensed CVTs are preferred. The ideal rehab tech must have a minimum of 1-2 years clinical rehabilitation experience. This is a full-time position with excellent salary and benefits, including matching 401K, medical and dental insurance, paid CE, paid licensing and fees, employee pet discounts, paid lunch breaks, paid sick and vacation, with lots of other perks and room for professional growth.
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Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Therapist, San Marcos, California
Veterinary Specialty Hospital by Ethos in San Marcos, Ca is seeking a full-time rehab therapist to join the team! Our Rehab team assists in recovery from surgery or injury, loss of mobility, weakness or pain, in addition to providing weight loss and sports conditioning services. The rehab therapist would carry out the therapies as prescribed by the DVM to include underwater treadmill, therapeutic exercise, laser therapy, and other modalities. Certification is not required but recommended.
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Please take a moment to visit our sponsors!
We've learned that some email programs may cut off the end of our newsletter. If you don't see the AARV mailing address at the end of the newsletter, click on "View Entire Message" to see our complete newsletter including special offers from our sponsors.
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TIER 1: EDUCATION & RESEARCH SPONSORS |
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Healing Oasis: 5% discount for AARV members on continuing education seminars
To redeem Healing Oasis discount: Contact Healing Oasis for details
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TIER 2: SPONSORS PROVIDING MEMBER DISCOUNTS |
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OrthoPets by Dassiet: 5% discount
To redeem OrthoPets discount: Contact OrthoPets for details
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Chi University: $500 off canine and equine rehabilitation courses.
To redeem the tuition discount, contact info@chiu.edu or mention the AARV discount during registration.
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Canine Rehabilitation Institute (CRI): 10% off most continuing education rehabilitation courses
To redeem CRI discount: Register online for a continuing education rehabilitation course, and click on the "AARV Member Discount" button during Step 2 of Checkout to receive the discounted rate.
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H2O For Fitness: Free custom paint job and one extra year of warranty for parts only.
To redeem H2O For Fitness offer, contact H2O at h2oforfitness.com and mention the AARV ad.
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DogLeggs: Free shipping for AARV members
To redeem DogLeggs discount: Contact DogLeggs for details
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Northeast Seminars/NC State Veterinary Medicine: 10% off any course or program.
To redeem the discount: Use the discount code "AARV" at checkout.
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GingerLead: 50% discount off MSRP for any size order
To redeem GingerLead discount: Contact GingerLead for details
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My Pet's Brace: 10%-15% discount
To redeem My Pet's Brace discount: Contact My Pet's Brace for details
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Hudson Aquatic Systems: Receive a FREE Therapist Bench, a $332 value, with any new AquaPaws unit purchase.
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TIER 3: ADDITIONAL SPONSORS |
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Partner with us! We offer three opportunities for you to choose from. Find out more by clicking here. |
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