Equine Rehabilitation III
This course is a continuation of EQS 326. The course will emphasize practical considerations for equine health and rehabilitation, such as ethics, biosecurity, and business strategies. Knowledge of equine anatomy, biomechanics, manual therapy, therapeutic modalities, and common health conditions will continue to be applied, with additional discussion of external factors such as tack, rider symmetry, etc. Prerequisites: EQS 326 and EQS 335. Corequisite: EQS 428.
Upon completion, students will be able to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in knowledge of equine functional anatomy, including actions, origins, and insertions of major skeletal muscles.
- Discuss the influences of external factors such as tack, rider symmetry, etc. on equine health and rehabilitation.
- Discuss important business considerations for equine health and rehabilitation.
- Discuss ethical considerations regarding health team roles, laws, and practices.
- Discuss biosecurity concerns associated with equine health and rehabilitation, as well as potential mitigation strategies.
Grade Basis: Letter Grade
Credit hours: 3
Lecture hours: 3
Additional Course Fees
Prerequisites:
Corequisites:
- EQS 428 - Equine Rehabilitation III Practicum