Trust score 8/100
Dr Alaa Saleh
👤 2 years of experience
8,160+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
7
Publications
2
Languages spoken
About
Dr. Alaa Saleh is a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Physiotherapist at Alive Holistic Medical Rehabilitation Center in Dubai. With nine years of expertise in the field, he specializes in various areas of physical therapy, with additional qualifications in Chinese medicine, including acupuncture, cupping, and gua sha.
Dr. Saleh's extensive range of skills includes digitopuncture, manual therapy, neural techniques, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, digestive manipulation, and vestibular rehabilitation. These techniques allow him to effectively address a wide range of conditions and provide holistic care to his patients.
Dr. Alaa Saleh has developed specializations in several key areas. He excels in treating sports injuries such as trauma, sprains, and tendinitis. He is also experienced in managing chronic pain conditions, including herniated discs, migraines, inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, insomnia, apnea, TMJ problems, and vertigo. Furthermore, Dr. Saleh has expertise in addressing postural problems such as scoliosis, kyphosis, rounded shoulders, shifted hips, and forward neck. He also offers effective solutions for digestive problems like constipation, bloating, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
As a Consultant Physiotherapist, Dr. Alaa Saleh focuses on reducing pain, acidity, and inflammation through various manual therapy techniques, trigger point manipulation, cupping, acupuncture, and myofascial release. He utilizes digitopuncture, a manual technique that targets specific trigger points in the muscles to break adhesions, release or stimulate muscles, and relieve pressure on the joints. This approach aims to reduce acidity and inflammation in the muscles by increasing blood flow and oxygenation. Through neuromuscular reprogramming, it stimulates the immune system and neuro-motor connections, promoting the body's self-healing abilities.
Dr. Saleh's expertise also extends to postural reconstruction, addressing issues such as rounded shoulders, shifted hips, scoliosis, kyphosis, and forward neck. He emphasizes rehabilitation through stretching, balance training, postural correction exercises, and proprioception techniques. By incorporating these elements into his treatment plans, he helps patients regain proper alignment and function while alleviating pain and discomfort.
Dr. Saleh's extensive range of skills includes digitopuncture, manual therapy, neural techniques, trigger point therapy, myofascial release, digestive manipulation, and vestibular rehabilitation. These techniques allow him to effectively address a wide range of conditions and provide holistic care to his patients.
Dr. Alaa Saleh has developed specializations in several key areas. He excels in treating sports injuries such as trauma, sprains, and tendinitis. He is also experienced in managing chronic pain conditions, including herniated discs, migraines, inflammatory and autoimmune diseases, insomnia, apnea, TMJ problems, and vertigo. Furthermore, Dr. Saleh has expertise in addressing postural problems such as scoliosis, kyphosis, rounded shoulders, shifted hips, and forward neck. He also offers effective solutions for digestive problems like constipation, bloating, and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
As a Consultant Physiotherapist, Dr. Alaa Saleh focuses on reducing pain, acidity, and inflammation through various manual therapy techniques, trigger point manipulation, cupping, acupuncture, and myofascial release. He utilizes digitopuncture, a manual technique that targets specific trigger points in the muscles to break adhesions, release or stimulate muscles, and relieve pressure on the joints. This approach aims to reduce acidity and inflammation in the muscles by increasing blood flow and oxygenation. Through neuromuscular reprogramming, it stimulates the immune system and neuro-motor connections, promoting the body's self-healing abilities.
Dr. Saleh's expertise also extends to postural reconstruction, addressing issues such as rounded shoulders, shifted hips, scoliosis, kyphosis, and forward neck. He emphasizes rehabilitation through stretching, balance training, postural correction exercises, and proprioception techniques. By incorporating these elements into his treatment plans, he helps patients regain proper alignment and function while alleviating pain and discomfort.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Dr Alaa Saleh
Education & training
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2015–2021 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2021–2025 Residency · Physiotherapy
Career & appointments
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2025-09–2026-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Physiotherapy
Malpractice insurance:
Allianz Professional · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,285 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 531 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 435 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 1,092 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 90 min | in_clinic | 360.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 60 min | in_clinic | 270.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 4 · i10: 7
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Validation of clinical scoring in Physiotherapy
DOI: 10.6634/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 32295032 · cited by 149
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Long-term follow-up of Physiotherapy across AE
DOI: 10.3716/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 32222548 · cited by 111
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Validation of clinical scoring in Physiotherapy
DOI: 10.9641/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 37908071 · cited by 73
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Physiotherapy European Annual Congress (Physiotherapy) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Physiotherapy National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Physiotherapy — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2026
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2026
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2026
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Physiotherapy
- Awareness When should you see a physiotherapy?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · alaa.alaa@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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