Introduction
Physical therapy is a health care profession that provides services to individuals and populations to relieve pain, develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and functional ability throughout the lifespan. Physical Therapy is concerned with identifying and maximizing the quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, treatment/intervention, habilitation and rehabilitation. Department of Physical Therapy
Physical therapist role
Physical Therapists are members of the healthcare team who treat individuals of all ages, from newborns to the very oldest who have medical problems or other health-related conditions, illnesses, or injuries that limit their abilities to move and perform functional activities.
Physical therapists perform a detailed physical assessment and conduct a systems review, perform tests and measures such as strength, range of motion, balance and coordination, posture, muscle performance, respiration, and motor function, to identify potential and existing problems. Physical Therapists will then set appropriate goals with the patient and an individualized /tailor-made treatment will help the patients reach their goals.
Overview
The physical therapy department in Thumbay Hospital, Ajman, was established in 2002 is one of the premier departments in the country equipped with modern electrotherapeutic modalities and advanced therapeutic exercise facilities offering quality treatment at an affordable price. The department has separate male and female sections with a well-equipped therapeutic gym.
We aim to become a leader in the delivery of physical therapy services, providing you with fast access to our quality service which is evidence-based and patient-centered care. We are a large outpatient physiotherapy department with an excellent reputation, due to our highly skilled & qualified therapists. We are committed to helping people to achieve agreed goals, and strive to use the findings of medical research to help us provide the most efficient and effective treatment.
Our Physical therapists are highly qualified with specialized degrees, dynamic, efficient, well experienced professionals licensed by the Ministry of Health-UAE, dedicated to patient service, education and research. Our expert staff uses recent advanced treatment protocols to treat patients of various conditions, always working together with each patient to develop a treatment plan based on their unique needs and objectives. In addition, patients are provided with a home program to maximize the benefits of therapy.
The Department’s commitment to clinical research, ongoing staff education and performance review, and teaching ensures that the physiotherapy service offered is of high quality and is always being improved.
Services
The Physical Therapy department provides a range of services by using therapeutic modalities, manual therapy techniques and tailor made exercises to maximize function in patients with a range of problems, including:
Musculoskeletal and Sports Rehabilitation
- The Physical Therapy Department offers comprehensive biomechanical assessments and individualized treatment programs for patients with various musculoskeletal injuries, including both conservative and postoperative rehabilitation.
- Our therapists work closely with patients and athletes to help them return to the highest possible level of activity after injury. Using advanced assessments, they design personalized pre-operative, post-operative, and non-operative rehabilitation and conditioning programs for sports-related injuries such as tendinitis, bursitis, sprains, strains, joint pain, meniscal tears, and ligament injuries.
- We also assess and manage work-related injuries including pain associated with myofascial impairments or postural syndromes, back or neck pain, and herniated disc recovery using physical modalities, postural exercises, and ergonomic guidance.
Pediatric therapy
- A comprehensive paediatric physical therapy outpatient service focusing on childhood disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Down’s Syndrome, Muscular Dystrophy, Traumatic Brain Injury, Torticollis, Brachial Plexus injuries, Orthopaedic injuries, and Sensory Processing Disorders.
- We use advanced therapeutic techniques to provide developmental training and rehabilitation for infants to adolescents through comprehensive evaluations tailored to each child’s needs and the concerns of their parents and physicians.
Neurological Rehabilitation
- The Physical Therapy Department offers comprehensive assessments and individualized rehabilitation programs for patients with conditions such as Stroke, Traumatic Brain Injury, Multiple Sclerosis, Vestibular Dysfunction, Peripheral Neuropathy, Parkinson’s Disease, Spinal Cord Injury, and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
- Our therapists use a variety of therapeutic approaches and interventions to improve cognitive function, perceptual skills, functional mobility, balance, coordination, ambulation, and activities of daily living to reduce dependency at home, work, or community environments.
- We also provide specialized assessments and appropriate strategies or maneuvers to treat various balance-oriented disorders such as vertigo, sensory, and cerebellar ataxia.
Cardio-respiratory Physical Therapy
- The Physical Therapy Department offers advanced cardiac and respiratory care, monitored endurance training, education, and psychosocial support, specifically tailored for non-operative, preoperative, and post-operative phases of cardiac or respiratory diseases.
- Our therapists provide an environment that encourages active patient participation by promoting understanding of their health situation, current treatments, and prevention strategies to achieve the best possible level of physical function.
Women’s Health
- Specially trained and experienced therapists use a comprehensive approach including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, electrical stimulation and biofeedback, neuromuscular re-education, postural training, patient education, and an integrated home exercise program to ease pregnancy-induced musculoskeletal problems and provide pre- and postnatal conditioning.
Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Our therapists are specialists who understand the unique needs of older adults and prepare individualized therapeutic programs considering multiple problems – physical, cognitive, and functional needs.
- We use comprehensive assessments, physical exercises, and specialized education to prevent or manage falls and empower older patients to live as independently as possible.
Academics
- Thumbay Hospital, Ajman is affiliated with Gulf Medical University
- The Physical Therapy Department provides clinical training and education to BPT students of Year I, II, III, and interns
Specialty Clinics
The paediatric (Neuro) rehabilitation service is provided by a dedicated specialist who provides compassionate treatment for the full spectrum of paediatric conditions. We cater for children of all ages and understand the unique issues and challenges involved when treating children.
Our Physical Therapists specialize in Pediatric will evaluate the gross motor skills, such as sitting, standing and walking. After the examination, the treatment plan is then developed. The child’s therapy sessions will typically involve a variety of evidence-based techniques to improve and other functional skills. They evaluate adaptive equipment and bracing needs. They recommend appropriate equipment to increase mobility and independence.
Our Pediatric, Physical Therapist is an expert, skilled and highly regarded in this region for their skills in treating children with Cerebral Palsy, Spina Bifida, Muscular Dystrophy and related disorders. They are capable of dealing with Torticollis and every type of children’s orthopaedic problem.
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