About me
Dr. Elena Rostova specializes in the diagnosis, management, and treatment of complex spinal syndromes, mechanical back pain, and degenerative joint diseases. She utilizes a blend of manual joint manipulations, targeted dry needling, and custom postural retraining programs to eliminate chronic patterns of physical pain.
Education
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
Earned with highest honors from the University of Southern California, specializing in spinal pathology.
Bachelor of Kinesiology
Foundational degree emphasizing structural anatomy and human movement mechanics.
Master of Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Advanced degree centered on orthopedics and manual therapeutic reasoning frameworks.
Certificate in Advanced Spinal Assessment
Specialized post-graduate coursework focused on clinical lumbar and cervical pathologies.
Qualifications
Manual Therapy Fellow (FAAOMPT)
Fellowship training in advanced orthopedic manual physical therapy techniques.
Certified Ergonomic Assessment Specialist
Expert in corporate office workspace design and ergonomic injury mitigation.
Certified Myofascial Trigger Point Therapist
Credentialed in dry needling for chronic musculoskeletal pain conditions.
Orthopedic Clinical Specialist (OCS)
Advanced clinical board certification in structural tissue and bone repair.