Samana has been practicing physical therapy for 38 years. She graduated from Marquette University in 1988. Samana has served in various settings, including orthopedics, geriatrics, and schools. In 2000, she completed a diploma program specializing in the McKenzie Method focused on mechanical therapy and diagnosis for spine and extremity care.

To further her skills, Samana completed a 200-hour yoga certification in 2003 and became a certified yoga instructor. She is certified in Yoga for Osteoporosis and Scoliosis with the Fishman Method shown to improve bone density and scoliotic curve alignment.

She is certified in the Rigo Concept with the Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School based on the original Schroth Method The method focuses on the concepts of 3D spinal correction, breath expansion, muscle activation and integration to empower patients to reduce curve progression and improve postural alignment.

Samana is passionate about empowering her clients to improve their body awareness and alignment and to achieve overall well-being.