
Senior physiotherapist specializing in sports injuries, spinal rehabilitation, and post-surgical recovery
Experience
15 years
Languages
Arabic, English, Italian
Location
Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi
Sees
adults, seniors
Mr. Mohammad Assi is a Senior Physiotherapist at Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Abu Dhabi with 15 years of experience in musculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy from Jordan University (2008) and a Doctor of Physical Therapy with Manual Osteopathy from the National University of Medical Sciences in Spain (2020). His career spans hospitals, clinics, and sports organizations across the region, including roles as Chief Physiotherapist for the UAE National Volleyball and Basketball teams and an active member of the UAE Olympic and Sports Committee.
Mr. Assi treats a wide range of conditions affecting muscles, joints, and the spine. He specializes in managing back and neck pain, sports injuries, arthritic conditions, and the rehabilitation needs of patients before and after surgery. His approach combines manual therapy, spinal alignment work, and personalized exercise programs to address postural problems, muscle and ligament injuries, and joint pain. He is certified in dry needling and has established expertise in post-Covid rehabilitation.
He is a good fit for anyone recovering from sports or surgical injury, managing chronic joint or spine problems, or seeking specialized physiotherapy for athletic performance. His extensive experience with both acute rehabilitation in hospitals and long-term management in community settings means he can tailor care to each patient's needs.
Special interests: spinal alignment and body mechanics, sports medicine, dry needling, post-Covid rehabilitation.
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Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy
Jordan University, Jordan · 2008
Doctor of Physical Therapy and Manual Osteopathy
National University of Medical Sciences, Spain · 2020
Senior Physiotherapist
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City, United Arab Emirates
Physiotherapy Manager for Rehabilitation Outpatient Services
Burjeel Medical City, United Arab Emirates
Physiotherapist (post-Covid rehabilitation project)
Al Reem Hospital, United Arab Emirates
Head of rehabilitation team
Canadian Medical & Rehabilitation Center, United Arab Emirates · 2016–2020
Physiotherapist
American Center for Psychiatry and Neurology (ACPN) and Berlin Medical Neurological Rehabilitation, United Arab Emirates · 2013 onwards
Physiotherapist
Dr. Sadeq Alkhalidi Center and Al Hikma Modern Hospital, Jordan · 2010 onwards
Consultations are available in Arabic, English, Italian.
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City — Abu Dhabi, Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi.
This doctor primarily sees adults and seniors.
Commonly treated: Back and Neck Pain, Joint Pain, Muscle and Ligament Injuries, Post-Covid Fatigue and Weakness, Post-Surgical Stiffness and Weakness, Postural Problems, Sports Injuries.
Profile compiled from Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City's public website (see original profile via the booking link). Data is informational, not medical advice.
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)
Ghweifat International Highway Next to Mafraq Hospital, Al Mafraq area - Abu Dhabi
+971 800 7762Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City (SSMC)
Al Mafraq, Abu Dhabi
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