Elena Saltis

Elena is owner of Animal PhysioNZ & Animal Orthopaedics Christchurch (AOC). She completed her Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy at the Ohio State University, USA. She has since worked as a human physiotherapist in the USA & New Zealand. Previously Elena owned PhysiotherapyNZ Ltd, a multi-clinic human physiotherapy practice in the South Island.

Elena gainer her certification in canine rehabilitation therapy from the Canine Rehabilitation Institute USA, & became an instructor on the CRI course for USA & Australia.  She has furthered her post-graduate training overseas, in areas such as advanced spinal manipulation, sports medicine, prosthetics/orthotics, advanced manual therapy & rehabilitation.

Elena is a recognised leader in canine rehabilitation, running workshops, presentations & internships around the world. She is deeply committed to sharing her skills & knowledge.

Elena is also passionate about philanthropy, having set-up or involved with;

• A clinic in Spain within the Galgos Rescue Sanctuary for greyhounds to help them regain their best lives possible.

• “Street Tails” - a charity providing vet & physio care for homeless people’s animals in Christchurch.

• The Canine NeuroPark Charity Trust - a private rehabilitation & enrichment park for dogs.

• The Greyhound Rehab-to-Home project, as well as other animal rehoming & rescue agencies

She has an x-racing greyhound, a 24-year-old tabby cat & a rescued chihuahua/foxy cross. Elena loves walking her dogs, mountain biking, yoga, skiing, dirt biking & reading. She previously served 10 years as NZAVPA Secretary.

Elena's qualifications include;

• Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT) - Canine Rehabilitation Institute, USA

• Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy (BSc Physiotherapy) - Ohio University College of Medicine, USA

• Member APA

• Member NZMPA

• Member of Physiotherapy New Zealand (PNZ) 

• NZ Physiotherapy Board registered (NZPB)

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