Course Length: 1 Hour 45 Minutes

Soft tissue injuries are one of the most common and discouraging setbacks in the equine world—but new regenerative technologies are changing the game.

In this informative and inspiring Team Talk, Dr. Crystal Christman walks us through ligament and tendon injuries in horses, the healing process, and the latest advancements in laser therapy, specifically using the Sound RLT Sport Laser, a Class IV Regenerative Laser. Learn how this powerful modality works to reduce inflammation, promote tissue repair, and accelerate healing.

Whether you’re a professional trainer, rider, or equine therapist, this session is designed to give you practical, science-based insight into how modern tools can support your horse’s recovery—and help them return to performance stronger than before.

Topics Covered:

✔️ Understanding common tendon and ligament injuries
✔️ What makes soft tissue healing so challenging
✔️ Introduction to regenerative therapies in equine medicine
✔️ How Class IV Laser Therapy works
✔️ The science behind the Sound RLT Sport Laser
✔️ Practical applications and expected outcomes
✔️ Real-world case examples from practice

Meet Your Presenter – Dr. Crystal Christman, DVM

Dr. Crystal Christman is the founder of Paradigm Veterinary Services and brings together decades of practical equine experience with cutting-edge medical knowledge.

Raised in the saddle, Crystal was active in Pony Club, 4H, and began high school rodeo in grade nine before launching her professional barrel racing career in 2016. She graduated from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan in 2007, and has since worked with top equine clinics including Legacy Equine in Oklahoma and the Animal Care Centre in Strathmore.

Crystal established Paradigm Equine in 2013 with a mission to provide innovative and compassionate veterinary care. Outside of practice, she enjoys riding, spending time with family, and raising horses and Red Angus cattle.