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Message from the CEO
Wrapping Up 2022 and Looking Forward to 2023!
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This has been a momentous year of transition for the CRI team. We celebrated CRI’s 20-year anniversary! What an accomplishment to both Drs. Janet Van Dyke and Chris Zink for not only seeing a need but meeting it so well. They built a legacy that Dwight and I proudly took on in February of this year.
All along, we have felt the core of CRI is solid with an amazing team of faculty encouraging the next generation of rehabilitation therapists and acupuncturists. Our Acupuncture Certification (CVAT) and Rehabilitation Certification (CCRT, CCRVN, and CCRA) remain the best of the best when it comes to hands-on learning, small student-to-instructor ratio, and evidence-based medicine that is clinically relevant in the daily practice of our graduates.
However, we have many plans on taking CRI to the next level. The first step was accomplished by the purchase of CRI’s new headquarters in Springfield, Missouri. We have been working hard getting “The Q” set up for our first class in March 2023. We can’t wait to show it off!
We have some new classes to look forward to in 2023 including: Exercise Physiology of the Working Canine, Myofascial Techniques for the Rehabilitation Therapist, and a weekend this fall dedicated to all things osteoarthritis including a joint injection wet lab — stay tuned for further details coming soon!
We are also bringing back some crowd favorites including The Business of Canine Rehabilitation, Musculoskeletal Ultrasound, Advanced Manual Therapy, and Introduction to Veterinary Clinical Research. Dates and registration will be opening very soon!
2023 holds some travel for the CRI team as well! We are headed to Belgium in June and Brisbane in July. Our course in Brisbane sold out in only 48 hours! We are so excited to spread the word about how rehabilitation can help pets and their people around the world! We are planning on returning to both locations regularly to allow for certification completion for our overseas students.
We would like to thank our sponsors for supporting our program and students. We are so grateful to work with an amazing group of veterinary rehabilitation professionals that truly value education: Paw Prosper, Zomedica, Cutting Edge Lasers, Purina, Companion Animal Health, Elvation, and Canine Home Exercises.
Last but not least, I would like to thank all of the wonderful students we have had this year. It has truly been an honor playing a role in your journey into the fields of rehabilitation and acupuncture. I know first hand how much these tools can change your practice and your patients’ lives for the better. But, our students change us for the better with each class. A heartfelt thank-you to you all!
Kara
Kara L. Amstutz, DVM, CCRT, CVPP, CVA
Resident, American College of Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation
CEO of Canine Rehabilitation Institute
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Don't Miss Your Chance to Take Our New Myofascial Techniques Course!
Our new course Myofascial Techniques for the Rehabilitation Therapist is open, and seats are selling fast! This course will be held April 21-23 at CRI's headquarters in Springfield, Missouri. Register now to reserve your seat!
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Seats Are Filling Up in Our Online Business Course – Register Now!
Seats are filling up in our online course The Business of Canine Rehabilitation with live/interactive sessions on March 22, 29, and April 5. Learn from our expert faculty how to launch and grow your own rehabilitation practice. Register now!
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Register Now for Canine Sports Medicine in August!
Registration is open for Canine Sports Medicine, being held August 4-6 in Littleton, Colorado. Learn from Dr. Chris Zink about anatomical structure and locomotion as they relate to performance, canine sporting events, and how to prevent and treat sports injuries in canine athletes and family companions. Learn more.
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In The Words of Our Students …
"This course [Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation] was incredible and has made me realize that canine rehab is exactly what I want to do! All of the instructors were excellent and very knowledgeable on the material. Overall, I feel this course has given me so many tools to start practicing on and treating my own dog and I am so excited to take the next Skills course!"
– Michele Grob, PT, DPT, COMT (Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist), and Dry Needling Certified, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin
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PT Students: Attend CRI’s Rehabilitation Modules While in School – and Receive a 20% Discount!
PT students: We have updated our policies, and you are now eligible to attend CRI's rehabilitation certification modules after your first year of PT school. Don't wait to begin your training! Visit our PT Student Certification page to read more and find out about our 20% student discount!
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We Have a New Home in Missouri!
We are very excited to have a permanent home in Springfield, Missouri!
Starting March 2023, CRI will hold most rehabilitation modules at its new location in Springfield, Missouri. Our Acupuncture certification modules and Canine Sports Medicine will remain in Colorado. Please read more.
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Our Australia Introduction Module Is Sold Out!
Our Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation module in Australia SOLD OUT in only 48 hours! We are looking at coming back to Australia in December 2023 – stay tuned for further information!
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Registration Is Open!
Registration is now open for 2023 Rehabilitation classes! Click here for a calendar of our upcoming in-person and online classes.
Register now for:
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Clinical Applications: January 10-11, Littleton, Colorado
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Clinical Skills, February 10-12, Littleton, Colorado
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The Business of Canine Rehabilitation, March 22, 29, April 5, Live/Interactive Online Course
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Clinical Skills, April 14-16, Springfield, Missouri
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Myofascial Techniques for the Rehabilitation Therapist, April 21-23, Springfield, Missouri
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Introduction to Canine Rehabilitation, May 5-8, Springfield, Missouri
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Clinical Applications: May 9-10, Springfield, Missouri
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Canine Rehabilitation Veterinary Nurse, July 7-9, Springfield, Missouri
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Canine Therapeutic Exercise, July 10-11, Springfield, Missouri
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Canine Sports Medicine, August 4-6, Littleton, Colorado
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Check Out CRI’s Online Learning Platforms
CRI’s online learning platforms are an amazing way to update your clinical knowledge — click here to learn more about our online CRI Member Library that has over 80+ hours (and growing) of CE. We also offer the CRI Acupuncture Member Library focused only on acupuncture.
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Veterinary Nurse Corner
Veterinary nurses and assistants: We have updated our CCRVN and CCRA program starting November 2022. Our certification modules are now:
Visit our CCRVN page for complete details.
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Congratulations to Our Introduction and Clinical Skills Students and Our Newest Acupuncture Graduates! | |
Students, faculty, and demo dogs gathered for a class photo during Canine and Feline Medical Acupuncture (Module 3), held November 18-20 in Littleton, Colorado. Congratulations to all these students for graduating from our Acupuncture Program and becoming our newest Certified Veterinary Acupuncture Therapists! | |
Students, faculty, and a demo dog took a class photo during Clinical Skills, held December 3-5 in Coral Springs, Florida. | |
CHE Research Review
Use of Physical Therapy in a Dog With Bilateral Severe Plantigrade Stance
Read the study from the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association
The Study: This case study discussed the outcome of a dog with bilateral severe plantigrade stance after a course of rehabilitation. The exam revealed intact calcaneal tendons bilaterally with neuro localization to the sciatic nerve. The dog was then diagnosed with a compressive and stretch neuropathy. Treatments included orthotics, neuromuscular electrical stimulation, ultrasound, and low-level laser therapy. The dog had increased muscle mass, return of segmental reflexes, return of nociception, and the ability to walk on pelvic limbs with higher carriage of the hock 15 months following presentation.
Study Limitations: This case report describes outcomes for a single case.
Impact on Clinical Practice: This case report describes a potential course of treatment for a mid-sized dog with bilateral plantigrade stance likely due to a sciatic nerve injury.
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Canine Home Exercises Are an Integral Component of Any Rehabilitation Plan. We Make It Easy.
Now Including Cats and Exotics!
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Sign Up for Free Articles and Resources from CARE! | |
Did you know Canine Arthritis Resources and Education (CARE) has a wealth of FREE resources to help veterinary professionals and pet owners manage osteoarthritis (OA)?
Sign up for a free subscription today to gain access to CARE's extensive collection of resources to help your rehabilitation patients and clients. CRI is pleased to be a sponsor of CARE.
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January Events from Onlinepethealth
Hi Vetrehabbers, we hope that you have had a phenomenal festive season! With the new year, we are so excited to learn more about a "new" modality. :-)
This month, Prof. Tim Watson will be sharing a series of webinars with us on radiofrequency therapy, the science behind it and how it compares to our other electrophysical modalities, in both the small animal and equine members portals. Prof. Tim Watson is a phenomenal lecturer, and we are so excited to be learning from him!
In our Hydrotherapy members portal, Marion Aylott joins us to discuss taking a collaborative approach to achieve success as a hydrotherapist. She encourages us to "think like a mushroom" — truly there is no better way to start off the new year!
If you are interested in attending these lectures, feel free to send us a message! We would love to hear from you. :-) Alternatively, visit our website for more information here: www.onlinepethealth.com.
Have a great day! – The Onlinepethealth team
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Breezie Demo Winner of the Month
Our December Breezie Demo Award Winner is Windy, a 5 1/2 month Boxer and the devoted companion of Dr. Donna Schwartz of Coral Springs Animal Hospital. Dr. Schwartz has owned several outstanding demo dogs, including the late Breezie (the Demo Dog Award's namesake) and Maui, the May 2022 Demo Dog Award winner (who is Breezie's little sister).
Dr. Schwartz writes: "Windy is Maui’s actual niece from the same amazing breeder in Pittsburgh. She took all of a minute to make herself at home. I have had some health struggles this year and Maui has been working overtime as my nurse. I was finally able to convince my husband that Maui needed a friend and he finally caved. They are like two peas in a pod, and neither of them leave my side."
"Windy shares the love of any toy that squeaks, tennis balls, and going to day training," Dr. Schwartz continues. "She is so sweet and pretty fearless, just like Maui, who has been the best big sister (auntie). We are so incredibly blessed and grateful that she has come into our lives at a time when I, especially, needed her the most."
In recognition of this honor, Windy will receive a $50 gift certificate from Jiminy's good for any of their treats or dog food. Congratulations, Windy!
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