8th International Symposium on Veterinary Rehabilitation - Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine - Conference Proceedings

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8th International Symposium on Veterinary Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine, held August 4–8, 2014 at The LaSells Stewart Center, Oregon State University, brings together veterinary rehabilitation and sports medicine professionals from multiple countries. The program includes a detailed conference schedule, host and sponsoring organizations, keynote and invited speakers, presenter bios and lectures, symposium banquet and excursion information, and extensive lecture/presentation proceedings with abstract schedules and paper listings. Attendee resources such as a directory, poster presentation titles, author indexes, and sponsor booth and exhibit information are also provided.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryResearch & Report

FormatPDF

Pages183

Reading Time7 h 41 min

AccessFree to download

A Message from the Conference Chair

Host Committee

Sponsoring Associations

Conference Sponsors

Conference Program

Silver Falls Excursion Info

Symposium Banquet Info

Presenter Bios & Lectures

Lecture Proceedings Papers (Alpha by Presenter)

Oral Abstract Presentation Titles & Schedule

Oral Abstract Papers (Alpha by Author)

Meet the Authors Info / Poster Presentation Titles

Poster Abstract Papers (Alpha by Author)

Sponsor Booth Listing

Exhibit Floor Plan

Attendee Directory

Welcome to Oregon and the 8th International Symposium on Veterinary Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine

8 th International Symposium on Veterinary Rehabilitation/ Physical Therapy and Spor s Medicine August 4th –8th 2014 THE LASELLS STEWART CENTER OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY t 8th International Symposium on Veterinary Rehabilitation / Physical Therapy & Sports Medicine August 4-8, 2014 The LaSells Stewart Center Corvallis OR A Message from the Conference Chair………………………………………………………….. 1 Host Committee……………..…………………………………………………………………………… 2 Sponsoring Associations…………………………………………………………………………….. 3 Conference Sponsors....……………………………………………………………………………….. 4 Conference Program………………….………………………………………………………………… 8 Silver Falls Excursion Info…………………………………………………………………………… 9 Symposium Banquet Info…………………………………………………………………………… 10 Presenter Bios & Lectures ……….………………………………………………………………… 11 Lecture Proceedings Papers (Alpha by Presenter)……………………………………….…… 24 Oral Abstract Presentation Titles & Schedule ……………………………………………… 113 Oral Abstract Papers (Alpha by Author)…………………………………………………………… 116 Meet the Authors Info / Poster Presentation Titles ……………………………………… 144 Poster Abstract Papers (Alpha by Author)………………………………………………………. 145 Sponsor Booth Listing…………………………………………………………………………………. 152 Exhibit Floor Plan.………………………………………………………………………………………. 154 Attendee Directory……….……………………………………………………………………………. 155 Welcome to Oregon and the 8th International Symposium on Veterinary Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine! This Symposium has been in planning for over a year with the combined efforts of members of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR) and the International Association of Veterinarians for Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy (IAVRPT) . We have also worked in collaboration with the Animal Rehabilitation Special Interest Group, Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) . We have 18 national and 6 international speakers that will bring the latest scientific information on sports medicine, rehabilitation, regenerative therapy and pain control to you. You will also have the opportunity to meet with the speakers in an informal evening picnic at one of the most beautiful scenic areas in Oregon, Silver Falls State Park. With over 250 attendees from 21 countries, we are anticipating a highly educational as well as fun meeting. In addition, sponsor support has been overwhelming and the Symposium will have over 40 exhibitors showcasing the best of the industry. I thank you for selecting this meeting to attend and hope you walk away with memories of a special experience! Linda L. Blythe, DVM, PhD, DACVSMR Symposium Chair Host Committee Many thanks to the host committee for all their work in bringing the conference to Oregon. Linda Blythe DVM, Conference Chair Michael Huber DVM Katija Zellmer DVM Wendy Baltzer DVM Erica McKenzie DVM Jennifer Warnock DVM Sarah Smith CVT CCRP College of Veterinary Medicine, Oregon State University The College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University was established in 1975 with three major areas of responsibility—teaching, research, and public service. The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program emphasizes the importance of core training in comparative biology and medicine, including all primary clinical disciplines and domestic animal species. Opportunities exist for elective training across a wide variety of more specialized subjects, such as zoo, exotics, and wildlife medicine, marine sciences, clinical nutrition, and various clinical specialties (cardiology, oncology, theriogenology, surgery). The Lois Bates Acheson Veterinary Teaching Hospital provides practical training for students and services the diagnostic and clinical needs of our extended community. The college also offers graduate degree programs (MS and PhD) that are integrated into the college’s active research programs, which focus on animal health, the interactions between animals, humans, and the environm

FAQs

Where and when was the 8th International Symposium on Veterinary Rehabilitation/Physical Therapy and Sports Medicine held?

It was held August 4–8, 2014 at The LaSells Stewart Center, Oregon State University, in Corvallis, Oregon.

Who organized the symposium?

The symposium is planned through combined efforts of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR) and the International Association of Veterinarians for Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy (IAVRPT), with collaboration from relevant special interest and orthopaedic sections of the American Physical Therapy Association.

What kinds of materials are included in the conference proceedings?

The proceedings include presenter bios and lectures, lecture proceedings papers organized by presenter, oral and poster abstracts with schedules and author-ordered listings, plus practical conference information such as program details, excursions, banquet info, sponsor listings, exhibit floor plan, and attendee directory.

Sep 18, 2026

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