How does treatment provided by a specialist improve your physio performance?

When someone is not active in their movement and living a sedentary lifestyle, their overall physio performance decreases gradually. With the help of proper treatment, people can regain their physio performance for the better. This article will explore various ways available at our disposal all aims to provide ultimate treatment for improving one’s physio performance.

Holistic healing

The muscle groups which are left with little or no energy first needs to be properly healed. One of the main perks that people get from therapies is that they have various ways to help our bodies heal better. Either through massages, water-based therapy, electrotherapy, and even traditional therapy all aim to improve the rate of healing a body gets.

Helps prevent surgery

With the help of various exercises and therapy, a patient can get protected from surgery. The surgery sometimes becomes unavoidable but almost 80% of the time the problem can be solved without any surgery. Through an active lifestyle and a bit of caring for oneself, we can get improve our physio performance for the better. If there’s any issue that needs more attention, we can always use medications as well as regular treatment from a renowned physiotherapist.

Improves athletic performance

Most people will confirm the fact that when they do some extra physical work such as going for a fun trip, on a hike or renovating their home on their own, they will get tired and all of their body starts to pain. This is because your muscles are not built properly to sustain a lot of work. For that purpose having regular exercise prescribed by a medical professional will surely improve the overall athletic performance of your body. That’s one of the reasons why many athletes always have a physiotherapist on board who keep advising about which exercise to go with based on improving their weak muscle group.

Managing disease

When your body is physically weak, you will be more exposed to illness and disease. Having a good night's sleep, regular exercise, and a healthy diet all improve the resistance of your body from getting the illness. Although some specialized exercises improve your immunization to fight off the diseases even if you got them. This is more accurate in times like pandemics such as Covid-19.

Improving your balance

A body often gets disoriented because of an imbalance of weight. One way to fix that is to engage in special exercises that aim to reduce a particular part of your body. With the help of a physio performance specialist, we can make sure that our body has improved balance and our overall health remains paramount at all times. In most cases, there are programs provided by physiotherapists for people who are looking for weight loss requirements.

Treat incontinence

One of the common issues people have faced which are regarded as personal and somewhat embarrassing is incontinence. When you have poor self-control to a level that urine passes over you without any reason is something that can be treated. The body muscle groups around certain parts of your body get weakened, hence with a proper physio performance program, people can improve their issue and overcome the problem of incontinence for the better.

Manage arthritis

As people become older, they will notice that their hands and feet start to shake. This issue is commonly known as arthritis. When the muscle is weakened, it needs to be strengthened again with the help of proper exercises and therapy. There’s specialized old age physiotherapy that aims to provide an issue that is more common among aging people.

Manage your blood control

As people start to adopt a sedentary lifestyle, some illness starts to appear in numbers. One of them is high blood pressure. Blood control can be achieved if you control your weight and diet. Exercises improve blood pressure because your body gets used to high-intensity exercises which at the same time improves your organs. After all, proper blood is being pumped around.

Want to visit a professional physio performance specialist in Dubai?

Are you interested to improve your overall lifestyle with the help of a professional physio performance? Simply visit Northwest Clinic in Dubai which offers all the best medical care available under one roof.

Dr. Kaydar Al Chalabi is a Specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation with special interest in Rheumatology who brings more than 25 years of experience in medical practice. His areas of expertise include Rheumatologic Diseases, Local Pain Management, Neurological Injuries, Pre/Post Orthopedic Management and Rehabilitation, and Post Amputations. Prior to joining Prime Hospital, Dr. Kaydar was a Specialist in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the leading Medical Center in Dubai. He was also the former CEO of a leading Hospital in Dubai and Consultant Physician and Director General of the Iraqi National Spinal Cord Injuries Center (NSCIC).
Dr. Kaydar holds Bachelor’s Degrees in Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) from the College of Medicine at the University of Mosul in Iraq. He also completed a Master’s Degree in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation from the Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University in Egypt. Most recently, Dr Kaydar has completed Fellowship of Royal College Of Physicians & Surgeons Glasgow and Fellowship Of Royal college Of Physicians University Of London in United Kingdom.

Dr. Hesham is an Award-Winning UK Board Certified and Fellowship trained hip and knee surgeon specializing in complex primary, revision hip, knee replacements and sports injuries. Dr Hesham has successfully performed over 2000 joint replacements. He completed his training in London on the prestigious Royal National Orthopedic Hospital, Stanmore rotation as well as the internationally renowned Adult Reconstruction Fellowship at the University of Western in Canada.

Dr Hesham has also trained at the ENDOKlinik in Hamburg and Harborview Hospital in Seattle gaining extensive experience in total knee and hip replacement surgery. He has worked as a Senior Clinical Lecturer at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland and Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon at King Hamad University Hospital in Bahrain. He has special interests in interest in hip arthroscopy, direct anterior total hip arthroplasty, hip resurfacing, and uni-compartment knee arthroplasty.

Dr. Hesham has completed extensive research in orthopaedics and trauma and has received numerous awards including the NHS Innovation award and the Norman Capener Award from the Royal College of Surgeons of England and has published and presented several research projects in international journals and meetings.

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Ms. Deepti Karnawat completed her Graduation /bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from Allahabad University-New Delhi India in 2008.She completed her internship from renowned Fortis hospital New Delhi, Fellowship in Cardiac Rehabilitation from Delhi in 2008.Ms Deepti is a registered Physiotherapist in DHA with more than 12 years of experience. She belongs to various professional bodies including DHA, IACP, IAP, PRIMEPHYSIO UK. She has participated in several conferences, seminars, workshops, online courses for continuous professional development and has an active social media presence. She is a passionate physiotherapist professional dedicated to improving health of people of all ages, she has gained experience and recommendation from Fortis Hospital, VLCC centres and many other polyclinics and hospitals.

She has worked with Dr. Kaydar Alchalabi (Specialist in Physical Medicine, Rheumatology and Medical rehabilitation) for many years and is well experienced in the management of various acute and chronic orthopaedic musculoskeletal, neurological, post operative, post traumatic, post -natal medical conditions like-Stroke, Hemiplegia, total knee and hip replacement surgeries, Caesarion, Cervical and Lumbar Disc Problems with radiculopathies, Fibromyalgia, Osteoarthritis of Hip, Knee, ankle and other joints, Tennis Elbow, Golfers Elbow, Supraspinatus tendinopathies and other shoulder disorders. She spends quality time with her patients to establish the root of all the problems, understand them, to diagnose, to educate and to treat and give proper management plans that are of very good standards.

Ms. Deepti Karnawat has recently joined Northwest Clinic as a Head of Physiotherapy Department. She helps her patients with amazing physiotherapy sessions which includes-Heating therapy, Electrotherapy-IFT, TENS, RUSSIAN Ultrasound therapy -Phonophoresis, Dry Needling, Dry Cupping, Kinesiology taping, Manuals, Therapeutic Exercises, easy home exercise programs and good health tips coupled with lovely instrumental music to make physiotherapy pain free and a long-lasting experience. She has special interest in low back pain cases management whether it is muscle spasm, spondylosis, disc bulge, postnatal-post traumatic or posture related. She has been commended as extremely approachable, respectful, caring, and empathetic towards her patients. All her patients have a high word of praise for her.

In addition to being a physiotherapist and fitness trainer Ms. Deepti keeps interest in Singing, Cooking, Painting, Dancing, Driving, Movies, Cricket, and Self-grooming.

Dr Hassan Abdul Aziz is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at Northwest Clinic, Dubai.

After graduating from medical school, Dr. Hassan Abdul Aziz completed his ophthalmology residency training at the Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida. Bascom Palmer has been ranked the number one eye hospital in the United States of America for over 16 years in a row. Next, he went to Cole Eye Institute at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation, to complete a fellowship in ocular oncology. Afterwards, Dr. Abdul Aziz completed a fellowship in vitreoretinal diseases and ocular oncology at the USC Roski Eye Institute in Los Angeles, California. He received his American Board of Ophthalmology in 2016. Subsequently, Dr. Abdul Aziz completed a surgical vitreoretinal fellowship at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada.

Dr Abdul Aziz’s practice encompasses evaluation and treatment of medical and surgical retinal diseases including Retinal Detachment, Macular Degeneration, Diabetic Retinopathy, Retinal Vascular Disorders and Retinopathy of Prematurity.

Moreover, Dr Abdul Aziz is an Ocular Oncologist (Eye Cancer Specialist) and is an expert in the treatment of Uveal Melanoma, Retinoblastoma and Tumors of the Ocular Surface.

In addition to completing his training in prominent institutions in North America, Dr Abdul Aziz has over 40 peer reviewed medical publications and has written 4 book chapters. He is an active member of multiple international ophthalmic societies including American Academy of Ophthalmology, American Society of Retina Specialist, Vit-Buckle Society and International Society of Ocular Oncology.

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Dr. Yasmin Sajjad is a triple accredited subspeciality trained consultant from United Kingdom in Reproductive Medicine/surgery, Andrology, Obstetrics & Gynaecology with over 30 years of clinical experience in the field.

Dr. Yasmin completed her Bachelor in Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) from Khyber Medical School Peshawar, Pakistan. She did her initial core Specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the Mersey Deanery region England and was awarded the MRCOG by the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist (RCOG) London, UK in 2004. After completing two years of research in IVF she went to acquire advanced subspecialist training in Reproductive Medicine and Surgery from Liverpool Women’s Hospital, UK. She was awarded the Certificate of completion of training (CCT) followed by the Certificate of completion of sub-specialist training (CCST) in Reproductive medicine & surgery by the General Medical Council and RCOG, London respectively. Her research in the field of assisted conception and Andrology culminated in the submission of doctoral thesis and was awarded an MD from the University of Liverpool, UK in 2008. She was given the fellowship (FRCOG) from the RCOG London in 2016.

Dr. Yasmin maintains specialist clinical and research interests in Reproductive Medicine and Andrology. She has published widely on many aspects of gynaecology and reproductive medicine and have presented as well as chaired many sessions both nationally and internationally on various aspects of her specialty. She have been involved in many systematic reviews and randomized controlled trials. She has many international publications of great repute to her credit and have written several textbook chapters and edited journals’ supplements.

Besides clinical and academic interest Dr. Yasmin has passion for teaching and training. She is organizer of many national and international courses and meetings in her field. She was the MRCOG part 2 and part 3 examiner for the RCOG London and MRCOG part 2-course convener for the same organization for five years. She is actively involved in promoting gynaecology education and training opportunities in UK and UAE. She was the RCOG UK, preceptor & examiner for ART sub-speciality advanced training. Currently, she is an accredited trainer and preceptor for the British fertility society, London both in UK & UAE.

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Ms. Mitun completed her post graduation in Nutrition & Dietetics from S.N.D.T University – India in 1999

Ms. Mitun is a Clinical Dietitian with more than 20 years of experience in nutrition management and counselling. She has extensively worked with patients with Obesity and endocrine health, conducting nutrition assessments and evaluating life style factors such as physical fitness, stress levels, medical diagnoses and medication usage.

She is a passionate Nutrition and Dietetics professional dedicated to improving dietary habits and long term health of people of all ages. Skilled at reviewing food journals, preparing nutrition recommendations and counselling clients.

She has gained experience from the renowned P.D. Hinduja hospital – Mumbai and VLCC weight management center.

Mitun pioneered, as Chief Dietitian & MD, Simply Healthy weight management & Diet meal delivery services in Dubai.

Mitun has special interest in weight management & lifestyle modification, diabetes, kidney and heart diseases, food intolerances, pregnancy & lactation.

Mitun helps with healthy tasty recipes to make dieting fun & long lasting experience.

She has a wide understanding of different cuisines ranging from Arabic, Indian, Pakistani, to Continental tastes.

In addition to being a dietitian and entrepreneur, Mitun is also a prolific nutrition writer and has an active social media presence. She has contributed in-depth articles and advice columns to Dubai’s leading publications.

Mitun is regularly featured in Gulf News, Khaleej Times, Friday Magazine, The National, Wknd Magazine, Better Health Segment by Gulf News, Masala Magazine, Yoga life and many more.

Mitun gets invited as a key note speaker by several big organizations like The Organic Expo Middle East , The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India , Abu Dhabi and Dubai Chapters , college of Pharmacy at the university of Sharjah , Several Banks such as Zurich, HSBC , Citibank , Standard Chartered Bank , Mashreq Bank , and many corporates.

She is a lifestyle and well being influencer and has a strong social media presence.

Mitun has developed and is the brand ambassador of Costa Coffees Healthy Food range Costa 4U launched in January 2020 all across 150 outlets in UAE . She was featured as the face of the campaign on their billboards and video ads featuring her were shown in all Costas across UAE.

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Dr. Hiba Malik is a Physiotherapy specialist with BsPT and DPT degrees from Karachi Pakistan and she is certified Orthopaedic Manual Therapist (OMT) from Prime Physio UK. She is also a Certified Dry Needling Practitioner from UK. She has worked as a Physiotherapist at Med care Hospitals and Medical Centers in Dubai and Aga Khan University Hospital Pakistan.

Dr. Malik belongs to various professional bodies including the DHA, the Pakistan Physiotherapy Association (PPTA) and the Orthopaedic Manual Therapy Academy UK.

She is experienced in the diagnosis and management of various acute and chronic orthopaedic and neurological disorders like cervical and lumbar radiculopathies, sports injury rehabilitation, pre and post operation musculoskeletal rehabilitation like tendon/ meniscal repair, ACL reconstruction TKR rehabilitation, post- fracture conservative management, impingement syndromes, posture related disorders, over use injuries and Arthritis.

When Dr. Malik is not working she enjoys cooking, painting and cycling. She can speak with her patients in English and Urdu.

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Dr. Naresh Sharma is a Specialist Paediatrician with more than 30 years of international experience in Paediatrics and 15 years in Paediatric Gastroenterology.

After graduation, he joined the prestigious All India Institute of Medical Sciences New Delhi to obtain a post-graduate degree in Paediatrics (MD) and served there as a registrar in Paediatrics. To continue his education further, he joined reputed hospitals in UK as a clinical fellow in Paediatrics and obtained his MRCP in Paediatrics from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, London. Later he was also awarded his FRCP.

After training in the UK, Dr. Sharma moved to the US to join the Paediatric Residency training program at Downstate Medical Center, Kings County Hospital and Children Medical Center in Brooklyn NY and obtained the American Board of Paediatrics Certification in 1995. Thereafter, he joined the Paediatric Gastroenterology training program at Babies Hospital, Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center NY N for three years. This program provided exposure in understanding and treating the difficult disease problems of children in gastrointestinal, hepatic and nutritional fields.

Dr Sharma returned to Middle East and worked as Head of Paediatrics in a reputable hospital and is now available for consultations at Northwest Clinic.

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Dr Mohammed El Hommossany is specialized in family and cosmetic dentistry. Dr El Hommossany is the Head of the Dental Department at Northwest Clinic and has more than 20 years of global experience.

Dr El Hommossany attained a higher diploma specialty in ENDODONTICS and specialty post-graduate courses in MICRO ENDODONTICS and MICRO ENDOSURGERY courses from Boston University and North Carolina University.

In addition, he holds a Certificate from Temple University of Philadelphia, USA in IMPLANT DENTISTRY. In 2010, Dr El Hommossany was awarded a highly coveted Fellowship from the ICOI USA.

Dr. El Hommossany is a graduate of Cairo University of Dental Medicine.

Dr El Hommossany has practiced in the UAE for the last 12 years as a GP Dentist and Endodontist. To enhance and enrich his professional skills and knowledge, Dr El Hommossany refreshes his training by regularly attending Continuing Education programs Dental Associations on COSMETIC DENTISTRY, PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY, CROWN AND BRIDGE, ROOT CANAL TREATMENT, and IMPLANTOLOGY in the UAE and Worldwide.

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Assoc. Professor Dr Sadia Malick, FRCOG is a Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist and has been committed to this specialty for more than 25 years. She had worked in all aspects of this field and is skilled in both management of pregnant and non-pregnant women with gynaecological disorders. She has worked and trained in United Kingdom and was awarded the Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) and was working as a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in United Kingdom.

For the last 7 years she has been working as a Consultant in Corniche Hospital Abu Dhabi, where she was the lead clinician for Office Gynaecology and the Early Pregnancy Unit (EPU).

She established the first Recurrent Pregnancy Loss clinic, and the first Early Pregnancy Unit at the Corniche Hospital, according to international guidelines. These are the first ever services established by her in SEHA Abu Dhabi. Her special interest is Abnormal Uterine Bleeding management and performs advanced hysteroscopy procedures. She has a special interest in Office Gynaecology. She established the first office gynaecology unit at Corniche Hospital and performed outpatient hysteroscopy without anesthesia. She has a keen interest in menopause and prescribes treatment for women suffering from menopausal symptoms.

She is an author of the chapter on Recurrent Miscarriage in the highly acclaimed Obstetrics and Gynaecology Textbook High Risk Pregnancy by Professor James. She is a TED x Speaker and has extensively published in international journals and is also a reviewer for many journals. She has recently been awarded the Women’s Leadership Award in Dubai by the World Women’s Leadership Congress Awards for her leadership in establishing the first Early Pregnancy Unit of international standards for SEHA in Abu Dhabi.

Dr. Sadia was involved in teaching medical students all through her career. She received the REME Award (Recognising Excellence in Medical Education) by the University of Birmingham for undergraduate education.

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Dr. Aarti Javeri Mehta graduated from Imperial College London with a distinction in clinical practice and clinical science. She completed training in the field of Internal Medicine in India, after which she obtained her MRCP and SCE in the field of Endocrinology & Diabetes from the Royal College of Physicians.

Her passion for Diabetes, weight management, nutrition and lifestyle fostered during her early years as a doctor in India where she realized the need for more holistic, and sustainable management plans. Her role as the UAE’s first and only “Am I Hungry?” Mindful Eating Facilitator holds great promises to inspire patients to restore their relationship with food.

She has been commended as being extremely approachable, caring and empathetic towards her patients. She spends time with patients to establish the root of all concerns, to diagnose, to educate and subsequently derive management plans that are of an extremely high standard of care.

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Dr. Zia Ul Hasan’s current practice is mainly looking after patients with Diabetes and Insulin Resistance, Diabetes in pregnancy, Thyroid problems, Pituitary, Adrenal, Ovarian and Testicular hormones, growth and fertility concerns, blood pressure and weight problems related to hormones.

After acquiring Membership of the Royal College of Physicians London, he received further training as Registrar and Senior Registrar in Endocrinology and Internal Medicine at Teaching Hospitals in and around Manchester UK. Dr. Zia was then awarded to be in the Specialist Register of the GMC-UK. This enabled him to become Consultant Physician in Endocrinology in 1996. Dr. Zia served mostly in the Northwest of England until 2007 after which he moved to Dubai. Initially he worked at Medcare Hospital and since April 2009 he has been practicing at Northwest Clinic.