About Dr. Aleem Liaqat
Dr. Aleem Liaqat
Dr. Aleem has been working to transform and revolutionize physical therapy and rehabilitation in Pakistan. He is an internationally recognized expert in treating disorders related to human movement.
Dr. Aleem is the best physical therapist and spinal manual therapist not only in twin cities i.e. Rawalpindi and Islamabad but also in the whole of Pakistan. He has vast experience in the field of physical therapy and rehabilitation and has numerous certifications as well. He is the only certified Mulligan practitioner in Rawalpindi and Islamabad. He is an expert in treating different conditions like neck pain, back pain, sports injuries, spinal issues, sciatica, etc.
Dr. Aleem did his graduation a Bachlor’s in Physical Therapy (BSPT) from Rawalpindi Medical University, Rawalpindi in 2014. He has also done Post Professional Doctor in Physical Therapy (PP-DPT) from ISRA University, Islamabad campus in 2019.
About Dr. Aleem
He has worked at Maroof International Hospital, Islamabad for 3 years. Dr. Aleem has also served as head of the department and founder of Islamabad Oasis, Physiotherapy, and Rehabilitation Center. He is also currently teaching at Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto University, PIMS, Islamabad.
After that Dr. Aleem decided to establish a network of state-of-the-art physical therapy and rehabilitation centers across Pakistan and set up the foundation of Islamabad Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Center (IPRC) in Bahria town as head office to transform physical therapy and rehabilitation. He indulged highly trained staff to maximize patient performance and outcome. In December 2019, he set up another branch of IPRC at G-8/4 Islamabad.
Certifications In Physical Therapy
Certified Spinal Manual Therapist
Dr. Aleem has done various certifications in the field of physical therapy. He is Certified Spinal Manual therapist (Manual concepts, Australia). Spinal manual therapy is used to relieve neck pain, back pain and other musculoskeletal conditions by application of forces at joints of spine. These treatments are helpful in restoring spine dysfunctional areas.
Certified Mulligan Practitioner
He is also Certified Mulligan Practitioner (CMP) in 2020. Mulligan Manual therapy is used to treat pain and injuries like back pain, neck pain, upper and lower extremities injuries. It reduces pain and improves mobility and range of motion. Mulligan concepts include natural apophyseal glides (NAGS), Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides (SNAGS) and Mobilization with Movement (MWM) to treat variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Dr. Aleem is only CMP of Islamabad and Rawalpindi.
Certified Kinesiology Taping Practitioner
Dr. Aleem is Certified Kinesiology taping Practitioner (Kinesio University, US). Kinesio taping method is a therapeutic technique that is utilized by rehabilitation experts is used to change muscle tone, correct movement, improve posture, reduce pain, decrease fluid buildup and improves flow. He is also Orthopedic Sports Kinesiotaping specialist from Kinesio University, US.
Certified in Chiropractic and Osteopathic Techniques
Dr. Aleem is Certified in Chiropractic and Osteopathic techniques from iThurst, Italy. These techniques will help in reducing pain and improving mobility. It is also used in correcting posture. It is very beneficial in reducing chronic conditions like osteoarthritis. It treats neck injuries like whiplash and spinal injuries.
Certified Dry Needling Practitioner
He is also Certified Dry Needling practitioner (UK). Dry needling is very useful in reducing and relieving pain and will reduce spasm in your muscles. It aids in improving flexibility and mobility and increases range of motion. Muscular pain and even fibromyalgia pain is reduced with dry needling.
Areas Of Interest
Dr. Aleem is also famous for his workshops in the field of physiotherapy. His workshops on spinal mobilizations and manipulations are unique and helpful for practitioners.
Kinesiology Taping
Kinesio taping method is a therapeutic technique that is utilized by rehabilitation experts is used to change muscle tone, correct movement, improve posture, reduce pain, decrease fluid buildup and improves flow.
Neurorehabilitation
Neurorehabilitation is a complex process that involves recovery from disorders of nervous system. Neurorehabilitation is used to treat conditions like stroke, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, etc.
Dry Needling
Dry needling is used by physical therapists to reduce pain, inactivate trigger points, increase blood flow and to decrease muscular spasm and tightness.
Chiropractic And Osteopathic Techniques
It involves sort lever and high velocity thrusts applied chiropractic specialists to reduce pressure on joints and relieve pain and dysfunction.
Soft Tissue Release
This technique is used to reduce tightness and to restore normal flexibility of muscle. It is very useful technique especially when muscles become short and very tense.
Sports Rehabilitation
It is used to treat injured player so that may safely return to their activities and competitions. It is a multi-disciplinary approach that treat various injuries sustained through participation in sports so that athletes can regain mobility and return to sports.
Mulligan Concept Of Manual Therapy
Mulligan Manual therapy is used to treat pain and injuries like back pain, neck pain, upper and lower extremities injuries. It reduces pain and improves mobility and range of motion. Mulligan concepts include natural apophyseal glides (NAGS), Sustained Natural Apophyseal Glides (SNAGS) and Mobilization with Movement (MWM) to treat variety of musculoskeletal conditions.
Myofascial Release Techniques
This technique focuses on reducing tightness and shortness of muscle. It aims on reducing pain by easing tension in trigger points. It is often used to treat broad area of muscle so that tension can be reduced, and patient can enjoy pain free life.
Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
It is process to treat variety of musculoskeletal conditions like back pain, neck pain, osteoarthritis, ligament sprains, muscle strains, fracture rehabilitation, pre and post-surgery rehabilitation. It is used to regain strength, mobility and flexibility of muscles and connective tissues.
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Dr. Aleem also delivers lecture on ergonomics at corporate sector in whole Pakistan including Telenor, PTCL and Ufone.