External links of interest to veterinary physiotherapists:
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Westville Therapy Systems
Dr. David Somerville-Laycock is an experienced medical scientist and has developed his own range of equipment for use in veterinary and animal physiotherapy. Dr. Somerville-Laycock also lectures on the CEP Training Course (www.ceptraining.co.uk)
Click here for the Westville website.
Canine Sports Ltd.
Richard Torr B.Vet.Med MRCVS is a well known greyhound veterinary surgeon. His clinic is near Shepshed, Loughborough, within easy reach of the M1 (J23). The practice deals almost entirely with greyhounds, and has a digital radiography machine to help Richard obtain the best quality radiographs.
The clinic can be contacted on 01509 507080.
K9 Hydrotherapy & Rehabilitation Services
K9 Hydro Services near Woodbridge , Suffolk , is run by Barbara Houlding MScVetPhys; GradDipPhys; MCSP and provides a one-stop clinic for veterinary physiotherapy. The Centre holds full membership with the Canine Hydrotherapy Association (CHA) and Barbara is a Category A member of ACPAT. The Centre offers a clinical service to Suffolk and surrounding areas and is a Centre of Education, offering a range of inclusive courses as well as clinical placements for postgraduate vet physios. Barbara regularly lectures on the MSc course in veterinary physiotherapy at the Royal Veterinary College .
Starting April 2010, a new part time flexible Canine Aqua and Hydrotherapay Diploma Course (Level 3) and CPD opportunities at K9 Hydro Services, Suffolk. Ideal for those working or interested in working in this sector. For further information go to www.k9hydroservices.co.uk
The clinic may be contacted on 01728 685755.
Click here for the K9 Physiotherapy website
The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy (ACPAT)
The Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy (ACPAT) is a Clinical Interest Group of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, and represents the interests of Chartered Physiotherapists in Animal Therapy.
ACPAT members are fully qualified Chartered Physiotherapists (MCSP's) who have also trained in physiotherapy and rehabilitation for animals. These courses are to MSc level and are run from the Royal Veterinary College , and the University West of England (Hartbury campus). Student of these courses are eligible for free membership of IRVAP until they qualify.
Click here for the ACPAT website
Furry Friends Physio
Furry Friends Physio is a veterinary physiotherapy practice, started and run by Carla Dixon MCSP ACPAT Cat A , in 2007. The practice is based in Leicestershire, and Carla is happy to travel anywhere within the county, as well as to the neighbouring counties of Warwickshire and Northamptonshire.
The clinic may be contacted on 01455 846643
Click here for the Furry Friends Physio website
Sarah Light
Sarah Light BSc(Hons), PGDip, MSc, MCSP, ACPAT, HPC is a chartered veterinary and human physiotherapist based near Uttoxeter. Sarah provides freelance physiotherapy services for professional and pleasure horses and riders.
Contact numbers: 07969 770872 / 01889 500531
Click here for Sarah Light's website
Caroline Lindsay
Caroline Lindsay BSc(Hons), SpTherUK Dip, BTEC Higher Cert. Eq Ath Perf. Caroline is a veterinary physiotherapist covering the South-East UK and also Ireland .
Contact Caroline on 01438 861879 or 07766 764526.
Click here for Caroline's website
Dr. Daniel Kamen
Dr. Daniel Kamen DC is a well known chiropractitioner in Illinois , USA , who has given his support to our training division.
Click here for Daniel's website
Elizabeth Pigot - Vetphysio Services
Vetphysio is a veterinary physiotherapy service run by Elizabeth Pigot BSc(Hons), MSc, MCSP, HPC, ACPAT, AACP, APPI. Lizzie is a chartered physiotherapist based in Poole, Dorset. Lizzie works on a home visit basis covering Dorset and Hampshire. She treats all domestic animals and also also provides treatment to riders, offering rider Pilates.
Contact number: 07717205026.
Click here for Vetphysio Services website
More links:
University of Liverpool School of Veterinary Science
University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine and Science
Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons
Structure and Motion Laboratory at the Royal Veterinary College
Society of Greyhound Veterinarians
Veterinary Nurses (part of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons website)
Veterinary Nurse Online Community
World Horse Welfare - the new name for the ILPH