TITLE: Mulligan Advanced Mobilization in Canine Spinal Rehabilitation: Restoring Spinal Motion

DATE/TIME: Wed. April 14th, 8:30am - 12:45pm (1/2 day lab)

LAB RATING: Advanced

MAX PARTICIPANTS: 20 seats; 19 seats remaining

CONTACT HOURS: 4.0 CE credits; RACE approval pending

DESCRIPTION:

This intensive, advanced hands-on workshop is designed for experienced canine rehabilitation professionals seeking to refine their spinal mobilisation skills through the application of Mulligan Concept techniques adapted for canine patients. The course includes advanced spinal biomechanics, segmental joint dysfunction and the application of specialised manual therapy techniques throughout the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine. Extensive practical training will focus on Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides (SNAGs), Natural Apophyseal Glides (NAGs), Mobilisation with Movement (MWM), advanced spinal traction, segmental mobilisations and techniques addressing associated rib, neural and lumbosacral dysfunctions. Emphasis will be placed on precise joint positioning, treatment-plane accuracy, dynamic mobilisation, clinical reasoning and immediate reassessment of treatment responses. Participants will develop advanced manual skills to address spinal pain, restricted mobility, postural abnormalities and compensatory dysfunctions, while integrating these techniques into comprehensive rehabilitation programmes to optimise spinal mobility, neuromuscular control and functional movement.

Learning Objectives:

Analyse advanced canine spinal biomechanics and segmental dysfunction, including facet joint orientation, arthrokinematics, movement restrictions and compensatory abnormalities throughout the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.
Demonstrate advanced Mulligan Concept mobilisation techniques, including SNAGs, NAGs and Mobilisation with Movement (MWM), with precise application of treatment planes, directional glides, joint stabilisation and dynamic movement.
Perform specialised spinal mobilisation techniques, including segmental traction, rotational and side-bending mobilisations, flexion and extension techniques, and selected rib, lumbosacral and neural mobilisation techniques.
Apply advanced clinical reasoning to manual therapy selection and progression, incorporating patient assessment, indications, contraindications, treatment tolerance and immediate reassessment of pain, mobility and functional responses.
Integrate advanced spinal mobilisation techniques into comprehensive rehabilitation programmes, combining manual therapy with targeted therapeutic exercises to improve spinal mobility, neuromuscular control, posture and functional movement.

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Mulligan Advanced Mobs for Restoring Spinal Motion

$492.00

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Elena Saltis, BSc, NZPT, NZVAPT, CCRT

Elena graduated from The Ohio State University College of Medicine with a degree in Physical Therapy. She went on to establish PhysiotherapyNZ Limited, a successful multi-clinic physiotherapy practice in the South Island of New Zealand.

In 2009, Elena earned her postgraduate qualification as a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT) through the Canine Rehabilitation Institute (CRI). She continued to expand her expertise through extensive advanced postgraduate education and training, and subsequently became an instructor for CRI.

Combining her background in human physiotherapy with her passion for animal rehabilitation, Elena founded Animal PhysioNZ Limited, a multi-clinic animal physiotherapy and rehabilitation practice in New Zealand. She also established Animal Orthopaedics Surgery, comprising two specialist veterinary orthopaedic surgical clinics.

An experienced international educator and speaker, Elena has taught and presented extensively around the world, delivering advanced courses, practical workshops, clinical internships and conference presentations. She is passionate about advancing the field of animal rehabilitation and sharing her clinical knowledge, expertise and hands-on skills with fellow professionals.

Beyond her clinical and educational work, Elena is deeply committed to animal welfare and philanthropy. She established a rehabilitation clinic within a Galgo rescue sanctuary in Spain, providing specialised rehabilitation care to rescued dogs. She also founded Street Tails, a charitable initiative dedicated to providing veterinary care, essential supplies and ongoing support for the pets of people experiencing homelessness. Elena is also involved in the Canine NeuroPark Charity Trust, a specialised canine rehabilitation park.

Throughout her career, Elena has been driven by a commitment to improving the quality of life of animals, advancing clinical standards and inspiring the next generation of animal rehabilitation professionals. Her enthusiasm for teaching, sharing knowledge and promoting excellence in rehabilitation remains at the heart of her work.

Mulligan Advanced Mobs for Restoring Spinal Motion

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