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Cristian Folfa

Cristian Folfa

Physiotherapist
Cluj-Napoca

Summary

I am an experienced physical therapist, skilled in managing both acute and chronic conditions with a comprehensive understanding of complex therapy needs. My approach combines hands-on techniques and evidence-based practices to restore function, reduce pain, and improve overall patient outcomes.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

Physiotherapist

Kinetic Sport and Medicine
07.2022 - Current

I have performed:

  • Manual therapy and deep tissue massage
  • Kinesiotaping
  • Joint mobilizations, stretching, and Mulligan Concept techniques
  • Post-operative rehabilitation and injury recovery programs
  • Therapeutic exercises for improving range of motion, strength, balance, and coordination


I have utilized advanced physiotherapy equipment, including:

  • TECAR, Shockwave, Cryoultrasound
  • High-Intensity Laser, Ultrasound therapy
  • MedX systems and spinal decompression (vertebral elongation)


Additional key responsibilities:

  • Educated patients on injury prevention and long-term health strategies
  • Applied pain management and relaxation techniques to reduce discomfort and stress
  • Adapted therapy sessions based on patient progress and individual limitations
  • Provided guidance and support to enhance motor skills development
  • Monitored progress, adjusted treatment plans, and maintained detailed case notes and reports
  • Supervised junior physiotherapists and support staff
  • Consistently applied evidence-based methods to ensure optimal treatment effectiveness


Sports Therapist – Sports Festival (Cluj-Napoca, Romania)

June 2025

Participated as a sports therapist at the Sports Festival, where I provided therapy and recovery sessions for world-renowned football players. I had the opportunity to work directly with international athletes including Cristiano Zaccardo, Marco Materazzi, Wesley Sneijder, Eric de Oliveira, Robert Pirès, Felix Luz, Kevin Kurányi, and Adriano. My role involved pre- and post-match recovery techniques, injury prevention strategies, and optimizing physical condition through personalized therapeutic interventions.

Education

Master's Degree - Kinesiotherapy For Musculoskeletal Disorders

Babes-Bolyai University
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
04.2001 -

Bachelor's Degree - Kinesiotherapy

Babes-Bolyai University
Cluj-Napoca, Romania
04.2001 -

Skills

Pain management techniques

Manual therapy

Patient education and counseling

Electrotherapy modalities

Soft tissue mobilization

Joint mobilization techniques

Therapeutic exercise prescription

Kinesiology taping

Postural correction techniques

Therapeutic exercises

Massage therapy

Verbal and written communication

Therapeutic exercise

Timeline

Physiotherapist

Kinetic Sport and Medicine
07.2022 - Current

Master's Degree - Kinesiotherapy For Musculoskeletal Disorders

Babes-Bolyai University
04.2001 -

Bachelor's Degree - Kinesiotherapy

Babes-Bolyai University
04.2001 -
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