HO21 - Intra-articular Injections for the Treatment of Osteoarthritis in the Canine: Workshop

This half-day laboratory will begin with a lecture overviewing products and technologies currently available for intra-articular treatment of osteoarthritis in the canine. The specific products and technologies discussed will include hyaluronic acid (HA), cortisone, biologics and regenerative therapies (platelet-rich plasma and stem cell therapy). The specific anatomical injection site landmarks will also be discussed (shoulder, elbow, carpus, hip, stifle, and hock). Attendees will then learn how to perform, and practice IA injections into the shoulder, elbow, carpus, hip, stifle and hock. PRP processing will be demonstrated. BMAC collection will be demonstrated and then practiced.
4 CE hours.
Purchase required.
Capacity: 24.
Price: $550.
Transportation: Complimentary shuttle service is provided to and from the Oquendo Center for all hands-on labs. The pickup area is located at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center entrance. Buses depart promptly 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of the course.
Dress Code: Please dress comfortably. Scrubs are recommended, additional scrubs are available for use at the Oquendo Center, if needed.
Closed-toe shoes are required.
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