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Orthopaedics from Puppy to Adult - VETweek 2026

Get a clear overview of musculoskeletal development in puppies and how early movement, training and management shape lifelong function. You’ll also explore key orthopaedic conditions in young and adult dogs, including hip dysplasia, elbow disease, cruciate injuries and patellar luxation — plus current diagnostic and treatment options such as arthroscopy, total hip replacement and dynamic TPLO.

Course Content
and Key Focus Areas
What you will learn
This one-day course takes you from the healthy, active puppy to the adult dog with orthopaedic disease. You will learn how the musculoskeletal system develops, how much activity is actually safe for a growing dog, and how to recognise early signs of orthopaedic problems. The course also covers current options for managing hip dysplasia, elbow disease and stifle conditions – including when advanced procedures such as hip replacement, arthroscopy or Dynamic TPLO may be indicated.

Course program
Course day: Orthopaedics from Puppy to Adult
  • ► Puppy in motion – dos and don’ts: what research tells us about safe loading and activity in growing dogs
  • ► Development of the musculoskeletal system – normal motor development, movement patterns and training strategies
  • ► Working with problem cases: from gait assessment to targeted training and rehabilitation plans
  • ► Hip dysplasia and hip replacement – indications, expectations and candidate selection
  • ► Elbow disease (ED) – where are we today? Clinical experience with arthroscopy and new treatment possibilities
  • ► Cruciate ligament rupture and patellar luxation – options in growing and adult dogs, including Dynamic TPLO
Course outcomes
After the course, you will be more confident in advising owners on safe activity and training for puppies, identifying locomotor problems early, and choosing appropriate diagnostics and treatment strategies for hip, elbow and stifle disease. You will also be better equipped to integrate orthopaedic and rehabilitation considerations into everyday clinical decision-making and long-term management plans.

This course is developed and organized by Boehringer Ingelheim.
Instructors
Maria Henriksen, Lars Juul Christoffersen & Simon Byrgesen

Maria Henriksen, DVM, IAVC Animal Chiropractor, focuses on diagnosis and treatment of musculoskeletal problems in dogs, objective gait analysis and development of training and rehabilitation programmes – from family pets to elite working dogs.


Lars Juul Christoffersen, DVM, is an orthopaedic surgeon at OrthoVet and has spent the last 15 years working exclusively with advanced surgical cases, with a special focus on orthopaedics in working dogs. He has completed numerous post-graduate courses in orthopaedic surgery and is an active member of several international orthopaedic associations.


Simon Byrgesen, DVM, Certified Surgeon, is an orthopaedic surgeon at OrthoVet with a strong interest in surgery and regenerative medicine. He has completed extensive post-graduate training in orthopaedics and arthroscopic procedures and is internationally trained and certified in small animal surgery.

Before Signing Up
What You Should Know

Target Group
This course is designed for veterinarians – with an interest in orthopaedics, rehabilitation and surgery in dogs, especially puppies and young, active dogs.

Catering
Full catering is included on the course day.
Please inform us of any dietary restrictions when registering.

Language
English/Danish

Date
April 23

Please note: Photos may be taken during the course for use in Eickemeyer marketing. Please inform us if you prefer not to appear in photos.

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Practical info

Small Animals
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Date:  23. April 2027
Place: Hornstrup Kursuscenter, Kirkebyvej 33, 7100 Vejle
Price: 

Course price: 550 euros – includes course materials, food and beverages throughout the day.

Accommodation: Single room available at 135 euros per night.

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Teacher

Maria Henriksen, Veterinarian, Certified Animal Chiropractor (IAVC)
Lars Juul Christoffersen, Veterinarian, and Simon Byrgesen, Veterinarian

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Any questions?

Feel free to contact our course coordinator at +45 81 40 01 17 or kursus@eickemeyer.dk

Kontakt

Eickemeyer Danmark
Solbakken 26
6500 Vojens
CVR: 30916808

Åbningstider
Man - tors: 08.00 - 16.00
Fre: 08.00 - 15.00

+45 70 20 50 19
info@eickemeyer.dk

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