Aster Hospitals in Dubai is part of Aster DM Healthcare, a network of 26 hospitals and 19,000 employees. It offers over 55 specialties with a focus on cardiology, general surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and spine health.
Aster Hospitals in Dubai is part of Aster DM Healthcare, a network of 26 hospitals and 19,000 employees. It offers over 55 specialties with a focus on cardiology, general surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and spine health.
Hope Abilitation Medical Center specializes in pediatric care for children with cerebral palsy and autism. The clinic offers advanced methods like Cuevas Medek Exercises, Spider Cage therapy, and Dunag-02 Suit therapy. Dr. Mai Abdel Mohsen leads the team with a PhD and certifications in Sensory Integration and Pediatric Gait Analysis. Families can access intensive three-week programs with up to six hours of daily sessions. The center integrates physiotherapy with speech and occupational therapy under one roof to support motor skill development.
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Programs include ABA therapy, hydrotherapy, and intensive pediatric physical therapy. The team applies VitalStim for non-invasive neuromuscular stimulation. For spinal injuries, they use UGUL therapy with body suspension. Dynamic suit therapy with the DUNAG system helps improve alignment. Autism diagnostics rely on evidence-based tools like ADOS-2 and ADI-R.
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Aster Hospitals in Dubai is part of Aster DM Healthcare, a network of 26 hospitals and 19,000 employees. It offers over 55 specialties with a focus on cardiology, general surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics, and spine health.
This therapy rehabilitates injury or disease through exercise, reducing pain and enhancing mobility for a healthier life.
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