TITLE: Mulligan Concept and Joint Mobilization for the Canine Spine
HOURS: Fri., Sept. 29, 8:30am - 12:45pm
WORKSHOP RATING: ★★ DVM/VMD, PT ★★★ VT, PTA
MAX PARTICIPANTS: 20 10 Spots Remaining
CONTACT HOURS: (4.0 RACE-approved)
DESCRIPTION: This Workshop presents the Mulligan approach to manual therapy adapted for the canine patient. This unique, manual technique was developed by Brian Mulligan F.N.Z.S.P. (Hon), Dip. M.T. It is highly effective for musculoskeletal disorders and uses a pain-free, manual joint “repositioning” technique for restoring function and reducing pain. Participants learn NAGS (Natural Apophyseal Glides – oscillatory mobilizations) and SNAGS (Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides) for treatment of musculoskeletal dysfunctions. New and effective joint mobilizations for the canine spine are also presented. The course covers advanced joint mobilizations of the spine, from cervical to pelvic region. It includes patient demonstrations and a strong focus on hands-on lab sessions to give in-depth coverage of treatment techniques.
Mulligan Concept and Joint Mobilization for the Canine Spine
Elena Saltis, BSc, NZPT, APA, CCRT, Owner, Director Animal Physio NZ Christchurch, New Zealand
Elena Saltis received her undergraduate degree in Physical Therapy at Ohio State University. She started PhysiotherapyNZ Limited, a prominent, successful, multi-clinic human Physio business in the South Island of New Zealand. She went on to obtain her certificate in canine rehabilitation (CCRT) from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute (CRI). After graduating she continued to hone her skills, attending post graduate courses at CRI, further study through the Australian Physiotherapy Association - Special Interest Group, and multiple internships at various facilities. Elena went on to become an instructor for CRI in both the US and Australia, and presented at numerous international conferences.
Elena is passionate about giving back and imparting her therapy skills on animals most in need. She established a rehabilitation clinic in Spain in partnership with the Galgo Rescue sanctuary. She started Street Tails, a charity providing veterinary and physical therapy services to the pets of people who are homeless. Also, she developed Canine NeuroPark Charity Trust, a private rehabilitation and enrichment park in Christchurch, New Zealand.