Therapists Interested in Rehab

This is a group created to help educate physical therapists and physical therapy students interested in the field of canine rehab

The purpose of the Animal Physical Therapy Special Interest Group (APT-SIG) is to provide a platform for physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to educate, promote, and advance the practice of animal rehabilitation and wellness in all state jurisdictions

The premier education in canine rehabilitation

Certification programs in canine and equine rehabilitation for veterinarians, vet techs, trainers, and handlers

Certification courses in equine rehabilitation

Physical therapy group passionate about the physical health and function of canine and equine patients

Professional network of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy and represents the interests of chartered physiotherapists in animal therapy

Non-profit organization that ensures that all RCHs adhere to the highest professional standards and ethics and conduct for Registered Canine Hydrotherapists

The aims of the BVRSMA will be:

• To regulate the use of hydrotherapy, physiotherapy and rehabilitation to ensure it is performed by suitably qualified and experienced professionals
• To provide continuing professional development for veterinary surgeons, physiotherapists and veterinary nurses, and to provide training courses and certification in the UK.
• To maintain standards of excellence and ethics to and develop a code of practice
• To encourage and fund scientific research and evidence based clinical trials
• To promote the understanding, acceptance and integration of physiotherapy and rehabilitation within the veterinary profession.
• To achieve recognition from regulatory bodies such as the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons.
• To be affiliated with other veterinary associations such as the British Small Animal Veterinary Association, British Equine Veterinary Association etc.

Serving the needs and interests of physiotherapists who look after the health of Australia's pets, sporting animals, and wildlife

The Australian Canine Rehabilitation Association was developed by a group of qualified, experienced, and like-minded canine rehabilitation practitioners with a passion for providing quality rehabilitation for dogs and their owners.

Their shared commitment is to support the ongoing growth of the profession, assist with continuing education, and create a community linking industry leaders and students culminating in a biannual conference.

The Canine Health & Wellbeing Academy fills the need in the rapidly growing field of canine rehabilitation by providing high-quality training in the latest canine health and rehabilitation techniques. As the industry grows both in Australia and internationally, so too does the demand for certified canine therapists and canine rehabilitation experts and the Canine Health & Wellbeing Academy fulfills this need. Providing courses for all levels of dog lovers and therapists.

Setting standards of excellence in the industry and supporting the needs and interests of qualified animal and veterinary physiotherapists

South African veterinary professionals working to promote, develop, and facilitate the practice of Veterinary Physiotherapy

Our therapists have completed recognised and thorough training programmes, are fully insured, adhere to the Veterinary Act and are committed to continuous professional development

The International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork / Association of Canine Water Therapy (IAAMB/ACWT) was founded as a forum for animal massage and bodywork professionals to network and support each other

Are you an OT who is interested in adding animal patients to your practice?  Ask Jean.

Jean graduated from the University of South Dakota in 1999 with a Master’s degree in Occupational Therapy, received her CCRP from University of Tennessee, and is proud to be the first Animal Therapist to receive an Occupational Therapy license in Nebraska.

Are you an OT who is interested in developing products (e.g., splints, assistive aids) for animals?  Do you have questions or ideas on how to become involved in animal rehab?  Contact me.

Ilaria Borghese, MS, MA, OT
President  Thera-Paw, Inc.
www.therapaw.com
CEO, Co-Founder  STAAR Conference
www.staarconference.com

"We exist to protect your right to choose your own qualified non-vet rehabilitation therapist and to ensure consumer protection through mandatory educational standards for all who practice in the specialty field of animal rehabilitation."