14 years of experience·★★★★★5.0(17 verified reviews)
2,892+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
7
Publications
3
Languages spoken
PROFILE SUMMARY
About David Saenz at a glance
David Saenz is a Physiotherapy practitioner based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, practising at UAB Barcelona Teaching Hospital. They have 14+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at UAB Barcelona (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and the surrounding area.
VERIFIED PHYSICIAN PROFILE · UPDATED MAY 2026
About
David Saenz is a highly skilled Musculoskeletal Physiotherapist with over 12 years of experience in Sports Medicine Rehabilitation. Specialising in the management of musculoskeletal conditions, sports injuries, and orthopedic rehabilitation, he has built a reputation for working alongside professional athletes around the globe. Prior to his work in the UAE, David contributed to the National Health Service in Costa Rica, supported the Olympic Committee of Costa Rica, and practiced within private healthcare facilities in Spain and Scotland.
David’s extensive clinical experience includes working privately with numerous professional footballers at the peak of their careers, where he focuses on injury rehabilitation, prevention, and a particular interest in addressing Padel-related injuries. He utilises a variety of evidence-based treatment techniques aimed at pain modulation and tissue healing, with a strong emphasis on manual therapy and exercise rehabilitation.
His academic qualifications are equally impressive, holding a postgraduate qualification in Physiotherapy from The University of Medical Sciences in Costa Rica, an MSc in Advanced Sports Physiotherapy from The University of Seville, Spain, and an MSc in Osteopathic Techniques for Neuromusculoskeletal Dysfunctions from the University Pontifical of Salamanca, Spain. In addition, he is a Certified Osteopath (C.O) from the School of Osteopathy of Madrid, Spain.
David employs a diverse range of techniques in his practice, including exercise-based rehabilitation, invasive therapies such as ultrasound-guided epidurals and dry needling, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), High Intensity Laser Therapy (HILT), Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT), Blood Flow Restriction Training (BFR), and various taping methods. He is also proficient in osteopathic manual techniques, the Mulligan Concept (MWM, NAGS, SNAGs & PRP), as well as managing TMJ and orofacial pain, supported by strong clinical reasoning and screening skills.
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Recent reviews
★★★★★ ✓ Verified
Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES
David Saenz's Areas of Specialty
Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures David Saenz treats, with the size of the national pool of United Arab Emirates doctors offering the same care.
Physiotherapy
Movement-based rehabilitation for injuries, post-surgical recovery, chronic pain and athletic performance.
Medical practice in United Arab Emirates is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant United Arab Emirates medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Dubai carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.
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What does David Saenz specialise in?
David Saenz specialises in Physiotherapy in Dubai, AE. 14 years of clinical experience.
What conditions does David Saenz treat?
David Saenz treats conditions within Physiotherapy. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.
Where does David Saenz practise?
David Saenz practises in Dubai, AE. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.
What languages does David Saenz speak?
David Saenz speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish.
How do I book an appointment with David Saenz?
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What do patients say about David Saenz?
David Saenz has a verified rating of 5/5 from 17 patient reviews. Read the most recent reviews on the profile page.
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