About the Course

This course is designed to provide an overview of the basics of rehabilitation, medical forms overview, outcome measurements, equipment and tool/device introduction.

About VERBS

Learning Objectives

This comprehensive course provides in-depth training in the principles and practical applications of veterinary physical rehabilitation.

Participants will learn to assess and manage musculoskeletal and neurologic conditions using outcome measurements, therapeutic modalities, and phase-based recovery protocols. The curriculum covers limb-specific rehabilitation, post-operative care, hydrotherapy, geriatrics, feline-specific approaches, spinal conditions, pain management, nutraceuticals, and the vital role of support staff.

Through real-life case studies and expert-led modules, the course equips veterinary professionals with the knowledge and skills to enhance mobility, function, and quality of life for companion animal patients.

Course Content

On-Demand Offerings

Learn at your own pace with these on-demand modules. 

Module 1

Introduction to Rehabilitation

Instructor: Bethany Frank

DVM, MS, cVMA, CCRP

Module 2

Initial Evaluation and Recovery Progression of the Thoracic Limb

Instructor: Bethany Frank

DVM, MS, cVMA, CCRP

Module 3

Initial Evaluation and Recovery Progression of the Pelvic Limb

Instructor: Bethany Frank

DVM, MS, cVMA, CCRP

Module 4

Rehabilitation of the Geriatric Patient

Instructor: Bethany Frank

DVM, MS, cVMA, CCRP

Module 5

Treating Paresis and Paralysis: Phases I, II, III

Instructor: Bethany Frank

DVM, MS, cVMA, CCRP

Module 6

Rehabilitation of the Feline Patient

Instructor: Bethany Frank

DVM, MS, cVMA, CCRP

Module 7

Case Studies and Modality Tips and Tricks

Instructor: Bethany Frank

DVM, MS, cVMA, CCRP

Module 8

Basic Evaluation of the Canine Patient for Osteoarthritis Pain

Instructor: Duncan Lascelles

BSc, BVSc, PhD, FRCVS, DECVS, DACVS

Module 9

The Role of the Veterinary Support Staff in Pain Management and Rehabilitation Appointments

Instructor: Marie Bartling

DVM, CVPP, CCRT, cVMA, CAC

Module 10

Nutraceuticals for Joint Health

Instructor: Matthew Brunke

DVM, DACVSMR, CCRP, CVPP, CVA

Module 11

The Arthritis Summit: Brought to You by VetVine

Include modules instructed by:
  • Wendy Hauser, DVM
  • Marie Bartling, DVM, cVMA, IVCA, CCRT, CVPP
  • Lindsey Fry, DVM, DACVSMR, cVMA, CCRP, CVPP

Course Content

Wet Labs

Instructor: Bethany Frank

DVM, MS, cVMA, CCRP

Instructor: Jennifer Vitucci

DVM, CCRT

Lab 1

Thoracic Limb Goniometry

Lab 2

Pelvic Limb Goniometry

Lab 3

Strength Testing and Muscle Mass Measurements

Lab 4

Therapeutic Exercises

Lab 5

Case Examples – Putting It All Together

Equipment Package

VeRBS brings the tools

Included with the Silver and Gold plans, this package includes all the basic therapeutic equipment to help get your program started.

Balance Disc

PhysioRolls in a variety of sizes

balance pad

Cavaletti poles and cones

exercise mat

wobble board

Gulick tape measure

Goniometers

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