About us
Discover the values that guide our work and meet the people who bring our mission to life in communities around the world.
Mbeya, Tanzania
In Tanzania, many people live far away from health facilities, often without access to basic treatment or rehabilitation.
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Larabanga, Gana
In the heart of West Africa, in the small town of Larabanga in northern Ghana, life is slow but hard. Most residents live with limited access to basic healthcare.
Read moreTalara, Peru
Peru is a country of contrasts. While tourists admire Machu Picchu and the Pacific coast, just a few kilometers away people live in a reality where access to basic healthcare services—such as physical therapy—is not guaranteed.
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West Bank, Palestine
Palestine. A place where everyday life is intertwined with hope, courage, and quiet perseverance. A place where physical therapy is not just a health service, but an act of humanity.
Read moreActivities in Slovenia
Our work is not limited to foreign countries. In Slovenia, we organize various charitable activities to raise public awareness and collect funds for our international projects. In the future, we also plan to provide home-based physiotherapy services in Slovenia, thereby further supporting the local community.
Read moreMeet our management team
Passionate individuals who stand behind our mission to create positive change in the world.
Lana Ritlop, mag. ZV, dipl. fizio.
Founder and Director
Lana Ritlop is the founder and director of the Physiotherapists Without Borders institute, a dedicated physiotherapist with an unwavering passion for helping people. She began her career in Slovenia, then embarked on a journey to work abroad, where she quickly recognized the need for better access to physiotherapy services in communities with limited healthcare options.
Neža Pahič, dipl. fizio.
Head of Humanitarian Missions
Neža Pahič is the heart and driving force behind the humanitarian expeditions of Physiotherapists Without Borders to Tanzania. As an experienced physiotherapist and dedicated humanitarian, Neža has been an indispensable member of our team for many years. With her professional knowledge, compassion, and energy, she leads projects that bring sustainable solutions and improve the lives of people in communities with limited access to healthcare.
How we operate
Our proven four-step approach ensures transparency, efficiency, and lasting impact in every community we serve.
Team composition
First, we assemble the right team—experienced physical therapists and volunteers who are passionate about helping others and eager to learn. Together, we plan the trip and assign roles: who will lead the therapy sessions, who will take care of logistics, and who will communicate with the local residents.
Preparations and fundraising
Before departure, we organize professional workshops where team members receive additional training on local conditions, cultural characteristics, and current professional practices. At the same time, we raise funds – with the help of donors, events, and campaigns, we ensure that we have sufficient financial and material resources to successfully carry out the expedition.
Field work - Mobile team
When we arrive at our destination, we work as a mobile team: we visit local communities, provide therapy, advise patients, and train local healthcare workers so that they can continue our work after we leave. Our goal is always to leave a lasting impact, not just short-term solutions.
Work evaluation
After completing the expedition, we review the results—how many patients we helped, what progress we observed, and how satisfied our local partners are. Feedback is a crucial part of the process for us, as we learn from it and improve.
Development and upgrade
Based on our experience, we write professional articles, share our findings with other experts, and improve our methods. We are always thinking about how we can make the next expedition even more effective and how we can help people even better in the future.