chronic pain symposium 2026

Masterclass: 
intra-articular approaches to osteoarthritis management in dogs

Discover how you can target the pathology and clinical signs of OA directly through intra-articular approaches with Dr. João Alves.
RACE® approved.
INSTRUCTOR

Dr. joão alves

COURSE ACCESS

12 MONTHS

ONLINE FORMAT

SELF-PACED COURSE with RECORDED MATERIALS

PROFESSIONAL CPD/CE

OPEN to all allied &
VET professionals

PRICE

£420

+ vat

continue your professional development

Access ALL of the content from the live masterclass -
including full recordings of all the live sessions!

elevate your oa management skills

Gain a practical understanding of osteoarthritis pathogenesis and where intra-articular interventions can influence disease and clinical signs.

improve patient comfort

Learn how to select the right candidates and confidently, safely, and effectively integrate joint-specific treatments as part of a multimodal OA management plan.

expand your clinical toolkit

Build confidence in integrating intra-articular approaches in your OA cases and learn how to navigate challenging joints, recognise treatment response, and adjust plans based on outcomes.

what you can expect

a transformative learning journey

Delivered via our state-of-the-art learning platform for a smooth, flexible learning experience.

your place includes

  12 months' access to all content
  Expert lectures
  Access to full recordings of the spring 2026 cohort's interactive sessions with Dr. Alves

earn continuing education credits

This program has been RACE approved for 4 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.

these masterclasses offer...

  A focused, manageable learning structure
  Rich clinical discussion
  Deeper exploration of complex topics
  Practical professional development

Our masterclasses combine focused expert insight with meaningful discussion.

this masterclass includes...

  pre-recorded expert lectures

Each section of the course features a
carefully designed, pre-recorded lecture.

  full RECORDINGS OF interactive sessions

Access the full recordings of the original cohort's 90-minute interactive  discussions with the course instructor - explore complexity, nuance, questions, and clinical realities.

  self-paced learning

Elevate your understanding without
needing to commit to specific
dates and deadlines - you will have
12 months to complete all coursework.

  discuss with your fellow learners

Access a general discussion board where you can ask questions, discuss topics, and exchange ideas with your peers.

expert instruction.

real dialogue.

time to think.

learn on your own schedule

Build your confidence in managing cases in practice, without needing to worry about fitting live sessions into your busy schedule.

Gain from others' questions, experiences, and insights by viewing the full recordings of the interactive Q&A sessions from the original spring 2026 cohort.

meet your instructor

dr. joão alves

DVM, PhD, Dipl. ECVSMR (Small Animals) & EBVS European Veterinary Specialist in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation

João Alves graduated from the University of Lisbon, Portugal, in 2012 and has since worked at the Guarda Nacional Republicana (Portuguese Gendarmerie) with their police working dogs, focusing on sports medicine and rehabilitation, helping these animals toachieve their full potential.

He completed his PhD in 2021 from the University of Évora, Portugal, in intra-articular management modalities for osteoarthritis. In 2022, he became an European Specialist in Canine Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (Diplomate of the European College of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation - Small Animals; DECVSMR).

In addition to osteoarthritis, he also does research and as an interest on working dog sports medicine, photobiomodulation therapy, and canine exercise. João has published dozens of papers and chapters, and lectures frequently on these topics.
Patrick Jones - Course author

make an investment in your education

6-month payment plan

+VAT

4-month payment plan

+VAT

pay in full

+VAT

expand your clinical knowledge

Access expert instruction and complete the masterclass at your own pace, with 12 months' access to all course content.

don't miss our other masterclasses!

chronic pain in our feline patients

with dr. sarah caney

race approved: 4 ce
This practical, case-based masterclass provides veterinary and allied professionals with the tools to recognise, assess, and effectively manage chronic pain in older cats.
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Psychopharmacology

with dr. Katrin Jahn

race approved: 4 ce
This practical workshop will focus on the recognition, assessment, treatment approach, monitoring and follow up of clinical behaviour cases, that may or may not have a pain component as part of their presentation. 

Frequently asked questions

do i need to HAVE attended the chronic pain symposium?

No — these masterclasses are open to all allied and veterinary professionals. CPS26 attendance is not required.

are these recordings from the chronic pain symposium?

No — all content is purpose-built for the masterclasses, inspired by CPS26 themes.

how long do i have access?

You will have access to all course content for 12 months from your date of enrollment in the masterclass.

Is there any interaction with the instructor?

No — these are the recorded versions of the live masterclasses that were held in spring 2026. While your course access includes the full recordings of all the live sessions from the original cohort, there is no direct instructor access included.

can i join more than one masterclass?

Yes — each masterclass is standalone, but taking multiple can deepen your learning.

whom are these masterclasses suitable for?

All three masterclasses are open to all veterinary and allied professionals seeking practical, evidence-based learning in OA, behaviour, and senior cat care.