Monica Laine
PTRP, DPT
Monica Laine Gonzales-Clark, is the head of the physiotherapy department at Emirates European Medical Centre. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy at Far Eastern University – Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation, Philippines, in 2012, and later obtained her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Northeastern University in Boston, USA, in 2021.
With 9 years of experience, including two as a sports physiotherapist in the Philippines and seven as a clinical physiotherapist in Dubai, Monica brings a wealth of expertise to her role. She employs a personalised approach to address a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, utilising techniques such as corrective exercises, machine treatments, soft tissue mobilisations, dry needling, and Ergon Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM), among others, to enhance her patients’ well-being.
+971 (0)4 268 3736
Jumeirah branch
+971 (0)4 348 1166
Umm Suqeim branch
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Expert in treating:
- Orthopedic Injuries: Specialising in the treatment of orthopedic conditions such as fractures, sprains, and joint dislocations.
- Musculoskeletal Disorders: Proficient in addressing a wide range of musculoskeletal problems, including muscle strains, ligament injuries, and joint disorders.
- Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Skilled in providing post-operative care to aid in a patient's recovery process.
- Neurological Conditions: Capable of working with patients dealing with neurological disorders like stroke, multiple sclerosis, or Parkinson's disease.
- Geriatric Physiotherapy: Tailored expertise for older adults, addressing age-related mobility issues and falls prevention.
- Pediatric Physiotherapy: Proficient in working with children to address developmental delays or physical disabilities.
- Respiratory Conditions: Expertise in helping patients with respiratory issues, such as breathing difficulties or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Chronic Pain Management: Adept at managing chronic pain conditions, offering relief and improving quality of life.
- Workplace Ergonomics: Providing guidance on ergonomic improvements in the workplace to prevent work-related injuries.
- Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation: Specialised in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs to enhance heart and lung health.
- Women's Health: Knowledgeable in addressing women's health concerns like pelvic pain and incontinence.
- Custom Exercise Programs: Creating personalized exercise plans to aid in recovery and improve overall fitness.
- Pain Management Techniques: Proficient in various pain relief strategies, including manual therapy and therapeutic exercises.
- Patient Education: Empowering patients with knowledge about their conditions and self-care techniques.
Education
Experience
I worked as a sports physiotherapist in my first 2 years of practice, in the Philippines. I moved to Dubai and have been working as a clinical physiotherapist, here at Emirates European Medical Center, for the past 7 years. I was promoted to lead the team in 2021.
I treat patients with a diverse, personalised approach, to improve and resolve different musculoskeletal conditions. This may be through a set of corrective exercises, modalities (machine treatments), soft tissue mobilisations, dry-needling, Ergon Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) and many other tools and techniques.
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