Sports ankle injury treatment focused on reducing pain, restoring stability, and rebuilding strength so you can return to running, jumping, and sport with confidence.
Adam Vital Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Center - Nad Al Hamar
Treatment for Sports Ankle Injuries
About Our Sports Ankle Injury Treatment
Adam Vital offers evidence-based treatment for sports ankle injuries in Dubai focused on reducing pain, restoring stability, and improving strength for safe movement and performance. Our treatment is designed to address both acute ankle injuries and ongoing instability through structured assessment and targeted rehabilitation.
Since 2011, our experienced physiotherapists have delivered personalised care for sports ankle injuries using modern techniques and clinically proven methods. Whether you are recovering from a sprain, recurring ankle instability, or pain during running and jumping, our treatment plans are built around clear goals, measurable progress, and ongoing support.
Our Sports Injury Rehabilitation Specialities
Sports physiotherapy at Adam Vital is designed to support injury recovery, physical performance, and safe return to activity. Each speciality is delivered through precise assessment, structured rehabilitation, and performance-focused care to help active individuals train, compete, and move with confidence.
Why Choose a Sports Ankle Injury Expert
At Adam Vital, sports ankle injury treatment is guided by precise assessment, evidence-based rehabilitation, and measurable progress. We focus on reducing pain, restoring stability, and helping you return to running, jumping, and sport with confidence.
Choosing a sports ankle injury expert means your care is tailored, structured, and clinically sound from the first session. Here are some of the key pillars of our approach:
- Thorough assessment to identify the source of pain, instability, swelling, or movement limitation
- Personalised treatment plans built around your sport, activity level, and recovery goals
- Hands-on therapy and targeted exercises to improve ankle mobility, strength, and joint stability
- Clear progress tracking with treatment adjusted to your symptoms, response, and function
- Guidance for safer return to running, cutting, jumping, and sport-specific movement
Moussa Hagui
Medical Director
Adam Vital Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation Centre – Nad Al Hamar
Meet Our Medical Director Moussa Hagui, a highly skilled and compassionate physiotherapist with a Master’s degree in Sports Injury and Rehabilitation, and a true advocate of patient-centered care. With a deep passion for helping others, he designs individualized treatment approaches – recognizing that every recovery journey is unique.
Fluent in English, French, and Arabic, he brings a global perspective to healing, connecting with patients from all walks of life and understanding their distinct paths to recovery.
With over 15 years of dedicated experience, he has worked with individuals of all age groups, managing a wide range of conditions. Guided by empathy and clinical excellence, he creates personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s needs, ensuring a path to recovery that is both effective and empowering.
Experience personalized care and expertise at Adam Vital Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Centre – Nad Al Hamar, where your health and well-being are our top priorities.
Our Physiotherapists
Our physiotherapists combine clinical expertise with personalised care to guide recovery, restore movement, and support long-term performance.

Katharina Ringer is a distinguished healthcare professional with 20 years of dedicated experience in physiotherapy and rehabilitation. She has been part of AdamVital since the centre opened in 2012. Katharina has practiced both in Germany and the UAE, with a strong focus on musculoskeletal conditions, scoliosis therapy, medical training therapy, and sports rehabilitation. She also has experience working with professional running, triathlon, and swimming athletes.
Katharina first came to the UAE in 2010 as the personal physiotherapist to Faris Al-Sultan (Ironman World Champion & Ironman European Champion) and the Abu Dhabi Triathlon Team, supporting them throughout their training and competitions.
Patients value her expertise in developing personalized treatment plans that combine patient education, hands-on therapy, and targeted exercise programs. Her approach empowers individuals to understand the root cause of their pain and the mechanics of their bodies.
Language: German, English
Specialization:
- Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Scoliosis treatment (Schroth Therapy)
- Radiculopathy, acute and chronic back pain
- Pain Management
- Pre- and Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Pelvic Floor Therapy & Women’s Health
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Sports Injuries

Ahmed is a neuro and musculoskeletal physiotherapist with more than 14 years of experience in the field. He specializes in neurological condition, musculoskeletal, Orthopedic, spinal cord-relation lesions, other neuro, sports injury. Before joining Adam vital, he practiced as a physiotherapist at Cairo universities hospitals and Egyptian Ministry of Health Hospitals, including the Clinic for Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation.
Ahmed holds Bachelor degree in Physical Therapy and focuses his treatments on manual treatment and education of patients with techniques such as neuromuscular release, PNF, and NKT. In his previous employments, he has played a vital role in teaching and training physiotherapy students to enhance patient experience and outcomes.
Language: English, Arabic
Core Competencies:
- Neuro injuries rehabilitation
- Pre and post-operative rehabilitation and education
- Pain management
- KT and sport taping
- Acute musculoskeletal conditions
- Chronic musculoskeletal disorders
- Disc injuries
- Exercise therapy
- Preventive rehabilitation
- Functional movement training
- Sports injury

Experience: 14 years (UAE)
Qualification: Master’s in Physical Therapy, Gulf College of Allied Health Sciences, Ajman, UAE
Farhana Bashir is a highly experienced physiotherapist specializing in orthopedic, musculoskeletal, and sports injury rehabilitation. With over 14 years of clinical expertise in the UAE, she delivers evidence-based patient-centered physiotherapy care. At Adam Vital Physiotherapy, she treats a wide range of conditions, focusing on restoring mobility, enhancing function, reducing pain, and improving patients’ overall quality of life. She is also proficient in pain management strategies, functional health assessments, radiograph interpretation, and clinical decision-making.
Language: English, Urdu, Hindi, Arabic
Core Competencies:
- Advanced manual therapy and clinical osteopathy for the treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions
- Comprehensive lymphedema management
- Pre- and post-operative rehabilitation for musculoskeletal cases
- Post-fracture and arthroscopic surgery rehabilitation
- Rehabilitation for musculoskeletal, sports-related, and postural conditions
- Comprehensive care for spinal pain and associated referred pain
- Exercise therapy with individualized programs, including advanced techniques using EMS
- Acupuncture and dry needling for musculoskeletal and sports-related injuries

Hamza is a musculoskeletal and sports physiotherapist with a Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy from University of Sharjah, along with FIFA Sports Medicine Diploma.
Hamza got solid clinical experience in patient and athlete assessment, sports injury rehabilitation, and evidence-based treatment approaches. He specializes in musculoskeletal and sports-related conditions, functional movement dysfunctions, injury prevention, and performance-based rehabilitation.
Before his current practice, Hamza has worked in clinical rehabilitation settings where he developed strong skills in manual therapy—supported by his certification as a Mulligan Concept Practitioner—joint mobilization, therapeutic exercise prescription, kinesio taping, electrotherapy, and neurological rehabilitation techniques, with a focus on restoring optimal movement and function.
Hamza utilizes advanced assessment tools including VALD and Biodex systems, Functional Movement Assessment (FMA), biomechanical and gait analysis, and electronic health record documentation. He places strong emphasis on patient education, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based decision making.
Language: Arabic, English
Core Competencies:
- Sports injury rehabilitation
- Pre- and post-surgical rehabilitation
- Pain management
- Exercise therapy
- Kinesio taping
- Acute musculoskeletal conditions
- Chronic musculoskeletal disorders
- Functional movement training
- Preventive rehabilitation

Ma. Julie Joy Santos is an esteemed Senior Physiotherapist who has dedicated the past 20 years to the field of physical rehabilitation and wellness. Throughout her extensive career, she has cultivated a practice model that seamlessly integrates advanced clinical skills with a profoundly compassionate and person-centered approach to care. Her philosophy is that effective healing involves more than just treating physical symptoms; it requires empathy, active listening, and supporting the patient’s emotional journey towards recovery.
Ma. Julie Joy Santos earned her degree in the Philippines and practiced her expertise on physiotherapy and rehabilitation in her home country and continued to pursue her career in Dubai – Neurospinal Hospital on 2007-2024. She joined Adamvital on February 2025.
Comprehensive background spanning various IN-PATIENT and OUT-PATIENT Settings:
- Neurorehabilitation – post stroke and CNS pathologies
- Musculoskeletal cases pre and post surgery
- Post spinal and brain surgeries rehabilitation
- Pediatric Rehabilitation
- Neuromuscular Disorders (Muscular dystrophy, Auto-immune diseases and Rare genetic diseases)
- Clinical dry needling on all body parts – trigger points, muscle and tendon pathologies
- Dry cupping
- Hydrotherapy
Language Spoken:
- English
- Arabic (average)

Hanan Zogbour is a licensed physiotherapist from Palestine, holding a Bachelor of Health Sciences in Physiotherapy from the University of Sharjah. With over five years of experience, she specializes in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and has extensive clinical exposure across orthopaedic, sports, post-surgical, and chronic pain cases through both professional practice and diverse hospital training rotations.
Hanan’s expertise spans comprehensive MSK assessment, manual therapy, dry needling, therapeutic exercise, joint mobilisation, and evidence-based pain management. She is committed to helping patients restore mobility, improve function, and return to their daily activities with confidence. Her approach is centered on individualized care—designing treatment plans that address not just symptoms, but long-term wellbeing, resilience, and functional recovery.
Language: Arabic, English
Skills:
- MSK Assessment & Diagnosis
- Manual Therapy (Mobilisation & Manipulation)
- Dry Needling
- Pain Management Techniques
- Therapeutic Exercise Prescription
- Post-surgical & Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
- Sports Rehabilitation
- EMS Training
- Patient Education & Preventive Care
Specializations:
- Musculoskeletal Conditions
- Sports Injuries & Functional Rehabilitation
- Post-surgical Rehabilitation
- Chronic Pain Management
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Pelvic Floor Therapy
- Return-to-Activity & Movement Optimization

Nahla Al Tilbani is a licensed physiotherapist with over three years of clinical experience in the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal conditions, pain disorders, and movement dysfunctions. She delivers individualized, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s specific needs, with a strong emphasis on clinical precision, safety, and long-term functional outcomes.
Her clinical approach integrates advanced manual therapy techniques, structured therapeutic exercise programs, and modern physiotherapy modalities to support optimal recovery, functional restoration, and performance enhancement. Nahla is committed to continuous professional development and applies current best practices along with internationally recognized treatment concepts to achieve measurable and sustainable results.
Patient education and active participation are central to her practice philosophy. By empowering patients with knowledge and guided movement strategies, she helps individuals restore mobility, manage pain effectively, and improve their overall quality of life.
Education
- Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy, University of Sharjah
Areas of Specialization
- Advanced Manual Therapy
- Therapeutic Exercise & Movement Rehabilitation
- Physical Therapy Modalities
- Dry Needling
- Schroth Therapy (Scoliosis Management)
- Mulligan Concept
Languages
- Arabic
- English

Noura Hamed is a skilled Physiotherapist with over 14 years of experience in the healthcare sector.
She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physiotherapy in 2011. She has gained extensive experience in accredited hospitals and clinics in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Egypt, collaborating closely with patients and multidisciplinary teams to deliver optimal care in both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings.
Noura Hamed is committed to continuous learning and patient education, advocating for healthy lifestyles through physical activity, sports, and exercise.
Language: English, Arabic
Special interests:
- Management of acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions
- Pediatrics’ cases
- Rehabilitation of neurological cases
- Pre & post-surgical rehabilitation
- Disc injuries
- Early Neuro-Developmental Treatment (Torticollis, Brachial Plexus Injuries, Hydrocephalus, Microcephaly, Hip Developmental Disorder, Knee Valgus/Varus, Foot Deformities)
- Neuromuscular Disorders (CP, Muscle Dystrophy, Rare Genetic Diseases and Congenital Malformations)

Claudia Sauls is a licensed sports physiotherapist and qualified biokineticist currently practicing at Adam Vital Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation since February 2023. She holds a BSc Honours in Biokinetics from the University of Pretoria and brings a unique combination of physiotherapy and biokinetics expertise to her practice.
With over 6 years of experience in the field, Claudia previously worked as a biokineticist at SABIOKINETICS for 4 years, where she developed comprehensive skills in injury rehabilitation and performance optimization. Her dual qualification enables her to provide specialized exercise-based rehabilitation and movement assessment alongside traditional physiotherapy interventions.
Claudia’s approach focuses on evidence-based treatment, functional movement optimization, and helping patients return to their optimal performance levels whether in sports, work, or daily activities.
Language: English
Core Competencies:
- Sports injury assessment and rehabilitation
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Post-surgical rehabilitation
- Chronic pain management
- Exercise therapy and prescription
- Musculoskeletal testing and assessment
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Pulmonary rehabilitation
- Injury prevention strategies
- Performance-based rehabilitation
Accepted Insurance
We work with a wide range of leading insurance providers to make accessing care straightforward and convenient.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Adam Vital for Sports Ankle Injury Treatment
As an established physiotherapy and rehabilitation center in Dubai since 2011, Adam Vital is known for clinical expertise, personalised care, and consistent outcomes. Our experienced physiotherapists use evidence-based techniques and modern equipment to deliver sports ankle injury treatment tailored to your condition, goals, and stage of recovery, whether you are recovering from a sprain, instability, or working towards stronger and more stable movement.
Detailed Ankle Assessment
Your treatment starts with a thorough assessment to identify instability, swelling, pain triggers, and movement limitations.
Personalised Recovery Plan
Your rehabilitation plan is tailored to your sport, activity level, and stage of healing.
Stability and Strength Restoration
Your treatment focuses on improving joint control, balance, and strength for safer movement.
Return-to-Sport Guidance
Your progress is monitored closely with structured support for returning to running, jumping, and sport.
Results Speak for Themselves
Experience personalized care and expertise, where your health and well-being are our top priorities.
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Years in Dubai
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Treatment Rooms
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Physiotherapists
What’s Included in Our Sports Ankle Injury Treatment
At Adam Vital, every sports ankle injury treatment plan is delivered with clinical precision, clear structure, and patient-focused care. Your rehabilitation is built around accurate assessment, evidence-based techniques, and ongoing support to achieve safe, measurable recovery.
We believe effective sports ankle injury treatment combines expert guidance with consistency and transparency. Here are some of the key elements included in our approach:
- Comprehensive initial assessment to identify instability, swelling, and movement limitations
- Personalised treatment plans tailored to your injury, sport demands, goals, and stage of recovery
- Hands-on therapy combined with targeted exercises to improve balance, strength, and joint stability
- Use of modern rehabilitation techniques and equipment to support ankle function and recovery
- Clear progress tracking, education, and guidance for safer return to running and sport
Take control of your recovery today
Book a personalised assessment and start a clear, evidence-based plan to reduce pain, restore movement, and move forward with confidence.
Frequently Asked Sports Ankle Injury Questions
Here are answers to common questions about sports ankle injury treatment at Adam Vital. Our focus is on restoring stability, reducing pain, and supporting safe return to movement.
When should I get treatment for an ankle injury?
You should seek treatment if pain, swelling, instability, or difficulty walking is affecting your activity. Early assessment helps reduce the risk of recurring issues.
Can physiotherapy help ankle sprains?
Yes. Physiotherapy helps restore mobility, strength, and balance, which are key to preventing repeated ankle injuries.
Why does my ankle feel unstable after injury?
Instability often results from ligament damage and reduced muscle control. Rehabilitation focuses on restoring joint stability and coordination.
Should I keep walking with an ankle injury?
Some weight-bearing may be appropriate depending on the injury, but it should be guided to avoid further strain.
How long does ankle injury recovery take?
Recovery depends on the severity of the injury and how well rehabilitation is followed. Many patients improve with consistent treatment and guided progression.
Can ankle injuries lead to long-term instability?
Yes, especially if rehabilitation is incomplete. Strength and balance training help reduce the risk of ongoing instability.
What exercises are included in ankle rehabilitation?
Exercises focus on mobility, balance, strength, and coordination to restore joint control and function.
Is swelling normal after an ankle injury?
Swelling is common in the early stages and should gradually reduce with appropriate management and treatment.
Can I return to running after an ankle injury?
Yes, with gradual progression based on strength, stability, and pain levels.
What if my ankle keeps rolling or giving way?
This may indicate ongoing instability. Targeted rehabilitation helps improve control and reduce recurrence.
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