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 the 2025 STAAR Program: STAAR Program 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 October, 2026.
2026 NEWS & UPDATES
Canine Rehab Certification Programs return to STAAR to present their courses and highlight their offerings
We are honored to partner with these pioneering canine certification 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 first hand - their topics, teaching styles, and expertise - presented in a condensed, hands-on format.
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Join us for The Alliance for Animal Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation - Cocktails and Conversation
Wednesday, April 29
7:00pm - 9:00pm
STAAR Conference Exhibit Hall
We invite you to join the conversation while enjoying complimentary hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar.
Open to all attendees and sponsored by Paw Prosper.
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STAAR Equine Program is set to launch October, 2026
As a preview for the upcoming Equine program, the April STAAR 2026 program features 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
Click for news on the STAAR Equine Conference.
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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 7:30pm - 9:30pm. 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 is turning up the challenge and guaranteed to entertain all the music and movie buffs.
The STAAR Cocktail Party is always a highlight of the Conference and we look forward to seeing you there!
There's more to come. Please keep checking back with us for more information.
