ZAINAB AHMED SALMAN
Madrid
Summary
Expert physiotherapist specializing in chronic pain and sports injury care, helping athletes and patients enhance movement and performance. With extensive manual therapy experience, I integrate physical recovery with mental guidance for better resilience. My passion for the mind-body connection led me to pursue a master’s in Exercise and Sport Psychology, deepening my expertise in athlete mental conditioning. Dedicated to restoring active, healthy lifestyles through evidence-based and personalized approaches
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Physiotherapist
Kinesia Clinic
Kuwait
12.2022 - 11.2025
- diagnose and assess musculoskeletal . sport injuries . chronic pain .
- Trained new physical therapists and physical therapy assistants regarding policies and standards of care.
Managed acute and chronic conditions with full understanding regarding complex therapy needs. - speclised in haed. jaw. shoulder injuries assess and treatment.
- manage and treat patients with psychosomatic and psychosocial pain, combining physiotherapy and psychological coaching to enhance recovery.
Physiotherapist and Rehab Spescialist
Kinesia Physiotherapy Center
Salmiyah-Kuwait
01.2020 - 11.2022
- sport injury rehab and facilitating return to sport
- manual therapy for muscular tissue
- assessing and treating individuals with chronic pain and inactivity,by personalized rehabilitation, movement therapy, and mental resilience techniques.
Physiotherapist
Alsharaf Spine Center
Manama-Bahrain
12.2016 - 12.2019
- Post-operative rehabilitation: Specialized in restoring mobility and strength after surgical procedures through tailored recovery programs.
- Spinal care and associated injuries: Expertise in diagnosing and treating spinal conditions and their collateral effects to improve movement and reduce pain.
- Exercise-based therapeutic approach: Utilizing evidence-based exercise therapy to manage musculoskeletal pain and enhance functional recovery.
Physiotherapist Intern
Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital
01.2015 - 12.2016
- pain management with manual techniques.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated families and patients on proper body mechanics and self-care practices to improve long-term outcomes.
- development of home exercise programs tailored specifically towards each patient''s unique needs .
Education
Master of Science - Sport And Exercise Psychology
European University of Madrid
Madrid10-2024
Bachelors of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
Ahlia University
03.2015
Biology And Chemistry ( Major )
Saar High School
2012
Skills
- Manul Therapy
- Diagnose and treat Sport injuries
- osteopath therapy
- Dry Needling
- mental and physical rehab for elite athlete
- mobility trainer
- breathing therapist for mental and physical purposes
Certification
- Dry needling 1, Optimal dry needling solutions, South Africa
- Kinesio Taping 1, Kinesio Taping Association International, Bahrain
- Kinesio Taping 2, Kinesio Taping Association International, Bahrain
- Kinesio Taping 3, Kinesio Taping Association International, Bahrain
- Spinal Manual Therapy, Manual Concepts, Australia
- CSMT A, Manual Concepts, Bahrain
- Sacroiliac joint dysfunction assessment and treatment, Primephysio Institute, UK
- Facial Manipulation 1, Dr.Antiono Stecco - Kaizen, Bahrain
- Spinal and Peripheral Manipulation, David Lintonbon - Club Physio, Bahrain
- Certified First Aider
- ICDL Holder
References
Available upon request
Training
Research Methods for Medical and Health Professional, 09/21/17
Timeline
Senior Physiotherapist
Kinesia Clinic
12.2022 - 11.2025
Physiotherapist and Rehab Spescialist
Kinesia Physiotherapy Center
01.2020 - 11.2022
Physiotherapist
Alsharaf Spine Center
12.2016 - 12.2019
Physiotherapist Intern
Ibn Al-Nafees Hospital
01.2015 - 12.2016
Bachelors of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy
Ahlia University
Biology And Chemistry ( Major )
Saar High School
Master of Science - Sport And Exercise Psychology
European University of Madrid