2026 CONFERENCE NEWS
If you've been with us before, welcome back! If this is your first STAAR Conference, we're thrilled to have you join our 2026 program. As a preview of what to expect, here is this year's STAAR Program: STAAR 2025.
2026 is shaping up to be a tremendous year yet again for STAAR. We're excited to welcome partners from several canine rehab certification programs who will be sharing highlights from their academic offerings through labs and lectures. Also, we're introducing a few equine lectures in preparation for the much-anticipated STAAR Equine program, set to launch in late 2026.
There's more to come. Please keep checking back with us for more information.
NEW FOR 2026
Canine Rehab Certification Programs are joining us again to present their courses
We are proud to partner with 3 canine certification programs, who will showcase offerings from their specific and unique programs:
Check out their workshops throughout the Conference. It's all part of our mission to unite the rehab community and give participants a rare opportunity to experience these programs - their topics, teaching styles, and expertise - presented in a condensed, hands-on format.
STAAR Equine Program is set to return
As a preview for the upcoming Equine program, STAAR 2026 will feature several lectures that benefit our equine community:
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Two Spines, One Goal: A Physical Therapist's Approach to Evaluating Horse and Rider as a Dynamic Unified Biomechanical System & the Power of Team-Based Care in Enhancing Performance Outcomes - Kirk Peck, PT, PhD, CSCS, CCRT, CERP
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Beyond the Physical: Harnessing PBM, Infrared, and EMF Therapy for Whole-Body Wellness in Veterinary Medicine - Jaime Pickett, DVM, MBA
More news about STAAR Equine coming soon.
STAAR Cocktail Party brings our community together
The STAAR Cocktail Party will once again take place in the Exhibit Hall on Thursday, April 30th from 8:00pm - 9:15pm. We're turning up the fun:
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This year's party theme is Vinyl & Velvet, a retro record celebration featuring classic rock, Motown, and funk.
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Back by popular demand, the Movie & Music Connection Game returns to challenge and entertain all the music and movie buffs in the crowd.
The STAAR Cocktail Party is always a highlight of the Conference and we hope to see you there!
More news to come...
