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GOLPP and the Vagus Nerve
TITLE: GOLPP and the Vagus Nerve
HOURS: Fri. May 2nd, 8:30am - 12:45pm
WORKSHOP RATING: ★★ DVM/VMD, CCRP, CCRT, CCAT     ★★★ VT, PT
MAX PARTICIPANTS: 20 (12 Spaces Remaining)
CONTACT HOURS: (4.0 RACE approval pending)
 
DESCRIPTION: Laryngeal Paralysis, Lar-Par, LP, Geriatric Onset Laryngeal Paralysis, GOLPP... all refer to parts or the whole of a problem affecting not just the airway and ability for a dog to breath, but also a neurologic issue that affects a dog's movement as well. Come to this workshop to gain an understanding of GOLPP, discuss rehab suggestions, and glean insights into a treatment strategy that targets the presumed root of the problems. You will gain a better understanding of the Vagus Nerve and the role it plays, not only in GOLPP but in other health and physical function aspects as well. Learn how to target your therapies to the vagus nerve to enhance healing.
 
Learning Objectives:
  • Participants will gain an understanding about geriatric onset laryngeal paralysis and polyneuropathy (GOLPP)
  • Participants will learn about traditional treatments for GOLPP (surgical, medical, & conservative)
  • Participants will learn about the Vagus Nerve, it’s anatomy, function, and why it might hold the key to better rehab management of GOLPP patients
  • Participants will learn and practice techniques that could target the nervous system and the vagus nerve as a way to manage GOLPP (and potentially other conditions as well)
Course Outline:
Lecture 
  • What is GOLPP?
  • Traditional treatments (surgical, medical, & conservative)
  • How the Vagus Nerve might play a role in GOLPP (especially the polyneuropathy part)
  • Anatomy & Function of the Vagus Nerve
  • Physical therapy techniques to target the vagus nerve
Lab
  • Eye techniques (human only…)
  • Fascial techniques for the occiput & suboccipital regions (human 1st, then test on dogs)
  • Massage / Myofascial techniques to the sternocephalicus muscle
  • Side glide manual mobilizations to the cervical spine
  • Localization of acupoints targeting the vagus nerve and balancing points
  • Ear techniques
  • AtlantoAxial Rotations
 
Cancellation Policy and Refund Request
To request a refund, please complete and postmark this Workshop Cancellation Form by March 28, 2025.  Refunds exclude a $25 processing fee. 

GOLPP and the Vagus Nerve

$492.00Price

  • Laurie Edge-Hughes, BScPT, MAnimSt(Animal Physio), CAFCI, CCRT, CSmAnimAcup/Needling, Co-Owner - The Canine Fitness Centre Ltd., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

    Laurie Edge-Hughes obtained her Bachelor of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in 1993 and has since focused her post-graduate training on orthopedics, osteopathy, acupuncture, and animal rehabilitation. Additionally, she completed her Master of Animal Studies in Animal Physiotherapy through the University of Queensland (Australia)in 2006. Laurie taught the first canine physiotherapy/physical therapy courses in Canada (1999), the USA(1999), and Australia (2001). She has been involved in the Animal RehabDivision since its inception in 1994 and teaches canine physiotherapy and rehabilitation courses for the Animal Rehab Division (ARD) of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (CPA). Additionally, she holds the position of Advocacy Lead for the ARD and is chair of the Registry of Allied Animal Health Practitioners of Canada.

    Laurie taught for ten years for the Canine Rehabilitation Institute in the USA, and continues to lecturer internationally as often as able.  In 2020, she was awarded the inaugural Veterinary Rehabilitation Therapist Award by the International Association of Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy and in 2021 was awarded a Medal of Distinction by the CPA.  Laurie’s biggest teaching venture is currently via www.FourLeg.com, an online educational platform for continuing education in canine rehabilitation / physiotherapy.

    Laurie co-owns and practices out of the Canine Fitness Centre Ltd (www.caninefitness.com) in Calgary, Alberta.

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