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When Progress Stalls: Breaking Through Plateaus
TITLE: When Progress Stalls: Breaking Through Plateaus by Combining Modalities, Manual Therapies, and Practical Solutions
DATE/TIME: Thur. April 30th, 8:30am - 12:45pm
WORKSHOP RATING:
  • Intermediate: CCRP, CCRT, CCAT
  • Advanced: DVM/VMD, PT, VT, CCRA, CCRVN
MAX PARTICIPANTS: 20 seats 
  • 15 seats open
CONTACT HOURS: 4.0 RACE approved; 4.0 NYSED-approved
 
DESCRIPTION:
As the field of veterinary physical rehabilitation continues to grow and cases become more complex, so do the treatment options available. Today, we have a broader range of tools, including advanced manual therapies, to help us achieve greater success in patient care.
 
Objectives:
  1. The participant will update their knowledge of current modalities and technologies in the field of veterinary physical rehabilitation.
  2. The participant will update their knowledge on manual skills related to the field of veterinary physical rehabilitation.
  3. The participant will learn treatment options for challenging diagnoses, including:
    • Brachial Plexus Injuries
    • Degenerative Myelopathy
    • Osteoarthritis
      Iliopsoas Pathology
      TMJ Issues
Participants will have the opportunity submit questions prior to the session to be discussed in the class and lab.
 
Cancellation Policy and Refund Request
To request a refund, please complete and postmark this Workshop Cancellation Form by March 28, 2026.  Refunds exclude a $25 processing fee. 

When Progress Stalls: Breaking Through Plateaus

$492.00Price

  • Deb Torraca, DPT, MSPT, Diplomat ABPTS, CCRP, CCMT, Fellow IAVRPT

    Dr. Debbie Torraca began her career in human physical therapy (PT) and specialized in orthopedics, sports medicine, and pain management. With a solid foundation in human PT, she has adapted her skills (including her expertise in the Mulligan Technique) to her work with animals. Dr. Torraca is a pioneer in the field of canine physical rehabilitation and is a core faculty member of the NC State Veterinary School’s Certified Companion Animal Therapy (CCAT) program. She also founded and heads the Certified Canine Manual Therapy (CCMT) program at UTN. Following her doctorate in Physical Therapy from UTN-Chattanooga, she transitioned to her work with animals and has been practicing canine rehabilitation for more than 25 years. Dr. Torraca has authored many chapters in veterinary textbooks and writes for professional journals and magazines dedicated to the dog enthusiast. She has been a speaker and instructor at many veterinary conferences including the International Association of Veterinary Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy (IAVRPT), American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS), North American Veterinary Conference (NAVC), Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference (ACVC), and Western States Veterinary Conference (WSVC). She sits on the advisory board for Companion Animal Health and has been a key speaker at the American International Medical Laser Association. Dr. Torraca is a longtime member of American Physical Therapy Association Special Interest Group (APTA-SIG) and has held the office of President. She is also a member of the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM). She is an active member of the Portuguese Water Dog Club of America, the American Bullmastiff Association, the Clumber Spaniel Club of America, and various other local dog clubs and organizations including the Connecticut Police Canine Unit. 

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