TITLE: Optimizing Shoulder Rehabilitation for the Canine Patient
HOURS: Wed. Apr. 30th, 8:30am - 12:45pm OR Frid. May 2nd, 2:15pm - 6:30pm
WORKSHOP RATING: ★★ DVM/VMD, CCRP, CCRT, CCAT, PT ★★★ VT
MAX PARTICIPANTS: 20 total (15 Spaces Remaining)
CONTACT HOURS: (4.0 RACE approval pending)
DESCRIPTION: This intensive workshop is designed for veterinary professionals focused on enhancing their rehabilitation techniques for canine shoulder injuries and dysfunctions. Participants learn advanced strategies to optimize recovery for dogs suffering from common shoulder conditions such as shoulder luxation, tendonitis, and post-surgical rehabilitation.
Objectives
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the canine shoulder anatomy and common pathologies.
- Learn a thorough and comprehensive evaluation for the shoulder joint.
- Learn common compensations throughout the body and how to treat these areas, with a particular focus on the spine, first rib and scapulae.
- Learn practical and effective manual therapy techniques for treating shoulder issues.
- Practice therapeutic exercises tailored for shoulder rehabilitation.
- Develop skills to assess and monitor patient progress throughout the rehabilitation process.
- Understand the principles of biomechanics and their impact on shoulder recovery.
- Create individualized rehabilitation plans based on a thorough and comprehensive evaluation to enhance mobility, function and outcomes.
Cancellation Policy and Refund Request
To request a refund, please complete and postmark this Workshop Cancellation Form by March 28, 2025. Refunds exclude a $25 processing fee.
Optimizing Shoulder Rehabilitation for the Canine Patient
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.