Glen Saldanha

Glen Saldanha is a healthcare innovator, Pain Science Fellow and physical therapist specializing in outpatient orthopedics. Through his work, he has gained experience in post-surgical management of hip labral tears, meniscus repair, ACL reconstruction, rotator cuff repairs, Lisfranc injuries, and complex neck and back surgeries, among much more. At UNCSA, he works to educate students and providers on complex orthopedic management.

Credentials

• Completed two-year clinical residency in orthopedic physical therapy through Evidence in Motion
• Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist
• Experience in Maitland and McKenzie Mechanical Diagnosis and Treatment
• Certified in Triger Point Dry Needling
• Completed a two-year Therapeutic Pain Specialization and a fellowship in Pain Sciences through the International Spine and Pain Institute 
• Certified Kinesio Taping Practitioner 
• Certified LSVT BIG provider 

Career Highlights 

• Current Research work with BACPAC Trial utilizing Evidence Based Exercise Management 

Organizations

• American Physical Therapy Association, Orthopedic Section Member
• NCPTA, Triad Chapter, Chair and Centennial Celebration Committee
• ABPTS, Board Certified in Orthopedics
• ISPI and Evidence In Motion, Fellow in Pain Science