Clinical assessment
Functional evaluation and individual rehabilitation goals.
Critical Care Physiotherapy
Clinical experience across intensive care and acute hospital departments.
Individual rehabilitation
Critical Care Physiotherapy
Ricardo’s AUBMC role includes general, neurological and respiratory intensive care, CCU and PICU. This area describes his hospital clinical experience; hospital services follow the treating institution’s arrangements.
Clinical and functional assessmentAssess rehabilitation needs in the context of current clinical status.
Individual rehabilitation goalsPlan goals with the patient and multidisciplinary care team.
Adapted interventionsSelect therapeutic exercise, positioning and mobility work as clinically appropriate.
Reassessment and coordinationMonitor response and adapt the rehabilitation plan with the wider team.
Treatment toolkit
Different tools. An individual plan.
Ricardo’s CV lists these clinical skills; suitability is determined through assessment.
Manual therapy
Mobilisation and hands-on techniques selected after assessment.
Therapeutic exercise
Strength, movement and mobility practice adapted to the individual.
Dry needling & acupuncture
Techniques used when clinically appropriate and discussed within the plan.
Electrotherapy & ultrasound
Modalities chosen according to the rehabilitation assessment.
Shockwave therapy
An additional modality considered where clinically appropriate.
Your rehabilitation journey
A clear path, reviewed together.
Assess
Discuss your history and goals, and evaluate your clinical and functional needs.
Rehabilitate
Follow an individual plan using suitable exercise, manual techniques and education.
Review
Reassess response, adapt the plan and discuss the next stage of your rehabilitation.
Related care
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Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
Individual assessment and rehabilitation for joints, muscles and movement.
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Orthopedic & Post-Operative Rehabilitation
Structured rehabilitation following orthopedic injury or surgery.
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Sports Injury Rehabilitation
Goal-based rehabilitation for activity-related injuries and return to sport.
Explore serviceCommon questions
Before your first appointment.
How do I arrange an appointment?
Contact Ricardo on WhatsApp at +961 78 826 166 or email yaacoubricardo@gmail.com. Share your concern and availability; the appointment details will be confirmed directly.
Where is Ricardo based?
Ricardo is based in Baabda, Lebanon. Contact him to confirm the appointment location and availability before your visit.
What should I bring to an assessment?
Bring relevant medical reports, imaging or post-operative instructions if you have them, together with details of your concern and current goals.
What happens during the first session?
The first assessment covers your history, clinical and functional needs, and goals. Ricardo explains the findings and discusses an individual rehabilitation plan.
Are all treatment techniques used in every session?
No. Techniques are selected according to assessment findings, clinical status and rehabilitation goals. Ricardo explains which approaches are relevant to your plan.
How many sessions will I need?
The number and frequency of sessions depend on the condition, goals and response to rehabilitation. Progress is reviewed and the plan adjusted accordingly.
Can I book hospital critical-care treatment through this site?
The critical-care section describes Ricardo’s professional hospital experience. Hospital care follows the institution’s referral and appointment arrangements. Contact Ricardo to discuss your question.
Take the next step
Let’s talk about
your movement.
Share your concern and arrange a physiotherapy assessment with Ricardo.
