Afnan Mohammed
Senior Physiotherapist
Senior physiotherapist with over 10 years' experience and a master's degree in musculoskeletal physical therapy from the University of Pittsburgh.
LocationMediclinic Ibn Battuta
Experience10-15
LanguagesEnglish, Arabic
NationalitySaudi Arabia
About
Afnan rehabilitates patients before and after surgery, including knee and hip replacements and ACL, meniscal, shoulder, and ankle repairs, and treats sports injuries, low back and neck pain, and vertigo. Her vestibular work helps patients with dizziness, BPPV, and balance disorders regain confidence in daily movement. She uses manual therapy, including osteopathic mobilisation and manipulation, alongside dry needling and Kinesio taping, and holds a FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine.
Specialty
Sub specialty
Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Musculoskeletal Physical TherapyUniversity of PittsburghUSA
Bachelor of Physical Therapy from King Abdul-Aziz UniversitySaudi Arabia
Areas of expertise
Physiotherapy
Special interests
Diagnosis and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuriesManual therapy techniques, including osteopathic mobilisation and manipulationDry needling, kinesio-taping and nkt (neurokinetic therapy)Vestibular rehabilitation for dizziness, bppv and balance disordersPlanning and executing rehabilitation protocols for pre- and post-surgical casesRehabilitation of athletes with sports injuries, including those recovering from acl, shoulder and ankle surgeries
Practice locations
Awards and recognitions
Hijama Certified Practitioner (2022)
Advanced Osteopathic Manipulation Techniques (2020)
FIFA Diploma in Football Medicine (2020)
Dry Needling Diploma (2018)
Osteopathic Articulation Diploma (2018)