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 in just 4 weeks with Dr. João Alves.
INSTRUCTOR

Dr. joão alves

COURSE LENGTH

4 WEEKS

FORMAT

ONLINE COURSE with WEEKLY LIVE DISCUSSIONS

MAX. 50 PARTICIPANTS

OPEN to all allied &
VET professionals

START DATE

28th MAY 2026

PRICE

£440

+ vat

continue your professional development

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.

dynamic learning experience

Attend the live discussion sessions weekly and ask questions, gain from others' experiences and insights, and build your confidence in managing cases in practice.

live discussions weekly on thursdays

week 1

4th June 2026
6:00pm BST

week 3

18th June
6:00pm BST

week 2

11th June
6:00pm BST

week 4

25th June
6:00pm BST
Our masterclasses combine focused expert insight with meaningful discussion.

this masterclass includes...

  pre-recorded expert lectures

You will begin each week with a
carefully designed, pre-recorded lecture.

  Engaging live discussions

We will meet for a weekly live 90-minute interactive 
conversation — a space to explore complexity,
nuance, questions, and clinical realities.

  4-week learning window

Elevate your understanding without
needing to commit to a lengthy,
time-consuming learning program.

  small cohort experience

The masterclass is capped at 50 participants
to ensure an optimal learning experience.

small groups.

real dialogue.

time to think.

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
  Live discussion sessions

earn continuing education credits

We are seeking RACE approval for all masterclasses, supporting meaningful continuing professional development.

these masterclasses offer...

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

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

cps26 VIP ticket holders

+VAT

cps26 live ticket holders

+VAT

standard enrolment

For those not attending CPS26

+VAT

save your spot now!

Only a limited number of seats are available,
so don't wait to reserve your space!

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Frequently asked questions

do i need to attend 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 following the start date of your masterclass.

are live sessions recorded?

Yes — live discussions are recorded for participants in case they cannot attend live.

can i join more than one masterclass?

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

who 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.

what is your refund policy?

We are 100% certain you will love the educational value of our masterclasses, but if you find that you are not enjoying the course during the 4 weeks of live sessions, please let us know and we will provide you with a pro-rated refund for the number of live sessions remaining.

Please note that if you do request a refund, you will lose access to all course content upon issuance of the refund. Also, please note that following the end of the four live masterclass sessions, no refunds will be granted.