Training Resource for Veterinary and Equine Thermography Students. Learning with world experts in the field of Equine and Veterinary Thermography

1. EquiTherm Training 2016
‘Equine Thermography Technicians Certificate’
Tel: 01284 827 032
team@equithermtraining.com
Equitherm Training Estd. 2004

2. Equitherm Training.
Who are we?
Equitherm Training are
the ‘World Leaders’ in
the field of Equine and
Veterinary Digital
Infrared
Thermography, also
known as Thermal
Imaging. We offer
unparalleled Training
and ongoing support
to all our students.
We have trained over
900 students worldwide
including Vets from the
FEI as well as World
Class.
Our trainers are not only
experts in the field of
Equine and veterinary
Thermography but also
in the Veterinary, Equine
Sport injuries and
Performance Sciences.
We teach students how
to scan accurately using
correct environmental
protocols,
standardisation of the
subject and report
standardisation with
comparison to bilateral
areas at the heart of our
analysis.
We offer students the
opportunity to train at our
Training Centre in the UK
and also the option to train
online for those with
restricted ability to attend
our live training courses.
All our student technicians
go through a thorough
process of assessment
upon finishing their training.
This includes a written
exam, assignments, case
studies submission and
practical examination.
On completion and
successful assessment our
students will receive
Certification as Equitherm
Equine Thermography
Technicians and will be
able to go out and
practise as professionals.

3. What is Thermography?
 A pictorial
representation of
the surface
temperature of an
object as taken by
an infrared
camera.
 A Thermogram
represents the
measured heat
emitted from the
skin surface.
 The Skin of an
animal is
approximately 5
degrees cooler
than core body
temperature.
 Variations in skin
temperature result
in tissue perfusion
and blood flow in
superficial veins
 Circulatory pattern &
relative blood flow
dictate the thermal
pattern
The Basis For
Thermographic
Interpretation
 Thermographic
images measure
only skin surface
temperature (up to
5mm in depth) – Also
reflects alteration of
the circulation in
deeper tissues so
detects areas of
inflammation.
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4. Thermography Defined
Splint and navicular
pathology
Active Splint Pathology Superficial Digital Flexor
Tendon Tear.
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Inflamed tissue has
increased circulation
and heat, therefore
characteristically
shows up as a
“hot spot”

5. Thermography Defined
Cold Spots & Patterns
 In the case of Oedema
(abnormal
accumulation of fluid) or
Infarction (tissue death
caused by obstruction of
the tissues blood supply
resulting in lack of oxygen)
 Nerve Damage
The tissues reduces the
circulation resulting in
“COLD SPOTS”
Oedema /Nerve damage
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6. Symmetry in anatomic structures.
Pattern Analysis
The temperature of a region is reflected as a
certain colour pattern, this pattern is then
compared to the same region on the opposite
side of the body for evaluation.
What does thermography
determine?
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7. Multiple thermographic images of a suspect area should be taken
from at least two views of 90° degrees apart before an area is
considered abnormal
What does Thermography
determine ?
SDFT Tear identified from multiple angles
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8. Thermography has a wide range of
clinical applications
Evaluating the tendons and
the ligaments of the distal
limbs are the most common
uses with great potential for
preventative applications.
Tendons & Ligaments
evaluation
Soft tissue
evaluation
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9. Careers and training with
Equitherm
Technicians Certificate
This Certificated Technicians training
programme is designed to provide the
appropriate training and certification
to prospective Students wishing to
achieve employment in the Equine
Rehabilitation and Performance sector
as a Equine & Veterinary Infrared
Thermographer.
 This course will give the student
the opportunity to develop the
core skills and an advanced
understanding of Infrared
Thermography (also known as
Thermal imaging) for the equine.
 Additionally it will allow the
student to understand, build a
specific focus on the following
areas:
Student Area of focus
 Thermoregulation of the equine &
successful Equine Imaging.
 Factors that determine skin
temperature, Inflammation, the
Physiology of blood flow.
 Clinical use and the mechanics by
which the horse exchanges heat.
 Injuries in the equine during exercise,
training and performance and what
types of injuries to look for in horses
doing different disciplines.
 Accidental injuries in different sports.
The use of thermography as a
monitoring tool for the equine

10. Student Area Of Focus
This course aims to provide students
with the ability to:
 To study the principles and practise of Equine
and Veterinary Infrared Thermography.
 To understand the process and physics of
Infrared and heat relating to the subject &
thermography application.
 Understand the environmental factors that
can affect scanning results. Best practise to
ensure correct protocols are adhered to at all
times.
 Understand how to scan systematically,
standardise scanning techniques and other
factors.
 How to transfer scan images to the reporting
software and manipulate the level and span
to highlight areas of interest.
 How to produce a report for clients using
comparative analysis and to critically
articulate ones findings to ensure a
professional, articulate and accurate report
based on standards and protocol.
 Exercise and the effects of
exercise on physiology
 Recovery and monitoring horses
during rehabilitation/
 Pathophysiology
 Correct scanning
 Correct report procedures
 Environmental factors
 Physics of Infrared
 Applications of thermography in
the equine
 Thermal tuning
Course Aims
Careers and Training

11. Training with the best.
New Career
 Whether you are
looking to start
working in the
Equestrian Industry or
would like to develop
your career further,
here you will find
options for training in
the modality of
Equine & Veterinary
Thermography.
 Training in this field
will bring many
rewards such as
working within an
industry that is
dynamic and fast
paced, working
hours to suit yourself
and doing a job that
you are passionate
about.
A career you are
passionate about.
 Firstly becoming an
Equine Infrared
Thermographer takes
more than just
picking up an
infrared camera and
taking a picture.
 Like any diagnostic or
monitoring tool within
the veterinary
industry it takes
practical skill and an
understanding of the
theory behind the
application. It also
means an
understanding of
standardisation and
protocol is necessary
to achieve reliable
and consistent results
always

12. Equine Thermography
Technicians Programme
All our study options for the Equine Thermography
Technicians Certificate are three months in duration and
start with the following initial training options:
 Five Day Technicians Training
 Combined Programme - A combination of Online
Training and three days practical training
 Online training – Online platform containing – theory
video tutorials, webinars, interactive exercises.
Our courses in the UK are run every quarter.
For students wishing to book onto one of the above options we require a minimum 50% deposit for
option1 & 2. The final 50% payment is required one month in advance of course commencement.
For students on the online option we require full payment in advance of booking and starting the
programme.
Please note our Programmes require three months commitment from start to finish.

13. Certification and
Accreditation
Technicians Certification.
The Equitherm Technicians
programme is a three month
programme from start to finish
with the following as part of the
accrediting process.
 2 x Tutor marked
Assignments.
 10 Approved case studies
(all case studies are reviewed by
our team) It may take more than
ten submissions to achieve 10
approved case studies).
 Online exam.
Overall pass percentage required:
80%
Accredited Technicians Certification.
Once you have gained your ‘Technicians Certificate’
with Equitherm, it is important to maintain the highest
standards in your work as an Equine Thermographer.
To show you are maintaining those standards Equitherm
offer an Accredited Thermographer status.
To achieve this status you can take an annual
assessment for the nominal fee of £125, starting at the
beginning of your second year.
The re-assessment requires you to submit 2 recent case
studies and take an online exam. These will be assessed
by our expert trainers and once passed you will gain
Accredited Thermography status.
The Accredited Thermographer assessment is not
mandatory because your initial technicians certificate
will always remain valid but we highly recommend you
take the annual assessment so that you can
demonstrate you are maintaining the highest standards
in your work.

14. Three month Programmes all start with
One of the following options:
5 Day Option
Programme
Our five day programme
requires the student to
attend five days onsite
learning.
This programme is
combination of theory
and practical elements
The first two days cover
the theory of Equine/vet
Thermography with the
remaining 3 days
working with the
cameras, horses and
reporting.
Cost: £ 1790
Combined
Option
programme
Our combined programme
involves independent
learning online for the
theory elements of the
course and then 3 days
practical onsite training at
Equitherm HQ’s.
We require that students
selecting this option are
fully conversant with the
theory elements prior to
attending the three days
practical.
Cost £ 1590
Online Option
Programme
Our online training
programme is for those
who are either
overseas and are
unable to attend the
practical days, or live
very busy lives and
struggle to attend the
practical workshops.
Our online training
contains theory and
video material for the
practical elements.
Please note that the
examination process is
the same for all
options.
Cost £1400

15. Continued Professional
Development
Credibility
Your studies with us
can enhance your
professional credibility
and employability, and
demonstrate your
flexibility and
adaptability in an
ever-changing climate
within the Equine and
veterinary industry.
Further study allows
you to develop your
personal and
professional practice,
and acquire attributes
which prepare you for
greater responsibility.
Rolling programme
of study
 We offer a rolling
programme of
study days to
support your
personal and
professional
development and
address current
issues in Equine and
Veterinary Injuries,
performance and
welfare.
Expert facilitators
 We offer a range of study
days which reflect topics of
interest and importance to
Equine and Veterinary
Performance Science.
 Each CPD day is facilitated
by an expert who will lead
an exploration of the
subject matter. You will
participate in workshops
to investigate the CPD
topics and implement
knowledge into your
working practise. Each
study day will meet the
requirements for CPD.

16. Our contact
details.
UK Head Office
Bush Green Farm
Bradfield St Clare
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP30 0BH
Equitherm &
VetTherm Training
Office: 01284 827 032
Mobile: 07957 529 570
Opening hours:
Mon – Friday 9am to 8pm
Saturday 9am to 6pm
Sunday – closed.
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17. EquiTherm Training 2016.
‘Equine Thermography Technicians Certificate’
Tel: 01284 827 032
team@equithermtraining.com
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