Paediatric Rehabilitation
Specialized Recovery and Developmental Support for Children with Complex Medical Needs
Overview
Specialized Rehabilitation Hospital offers comprehensive inpatient and outpatient pediatric rehabilitation services tailored to children with complex and chronic medical conditions. Our consultant-led care combines advanced therapies, family-centered treatment, and cutting-edge technology to support each child’s unique recovery and development journey.
Led by Pediatric Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R) Consultants and directly connected to the world-renowned Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, our team ensures that every child receives the highest standard of care. From newborns to adolescents, we provide intensive therapy in a supportive, nurturing environment designed for healing and growth.
Specialized Pediatric Facilities & Therapies
Bait Al Qudra Pediatric Gym – Playful Rehabilitation with Purpose
A state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym equipped with advanced robotics, bionics, and virtual reality tools that support neural, kinematic, and physiotherapeutic development.
Benefits:
- Certified NDT (Neurodevelopmental Treatment) therapists
- Technology-enhanced therapy tailored to motor and cognitive goals
- Play-based simulation environments designed to engage and delight
- Robotic-assisted gait and movement training
Sensory Chamber – Snoezelen Therapy for Cognitive and Emotional Growth
A calming, multisensory space to reduce anxiety and stimulate communication in children with limited verbal abilities.
Benefits:
- Enhances sensory processing and communication
- Promotes emotional regulation and relaxation
- Uses light, sound, aroma, texture, and visuals in a safe setting
Hydrotherapy – Therapeutic Movement in a Water-Based Setting
Aquatic therapy harnesses the natural resistance and buoyancy of water to support recovery in a fun and pain-relieving environment.
Benefits:
- Improves balance, gait, and trunk control
- Enhances joint mobility and strength
- Provides safe exercise for children with limited mobility
- Encourages general fitness and physical confidence
Conditions Treated by Our Team Include
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Traumatic Brain Injury & Acquired Brain Injury
Rebuilding Cognitive and Physical Abilities
Children recovering from brain injuries often face challenges in movement, communication, and learning. Our team provides intensive therapy tailored to restore neural pathways and help young patients regain function and independence.
Benefits:
- Enhanced cognitive and motor recovery
- Improved communication and speech skills
- Development of daily living abilities and self-care
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Cerebral Palsy & Spasticity
Enhancing Motor Control and Function
Our specialists use neurodevelopmental treatment and targeted therapy to manage spasticity and improve movement in children with cerebral palsy. Assistive devices and robotics support functional independence.
Benefits:
- Reduced muscle tightness and improved posture
- Increased range of motion and coordination
- Better participation in play and school activities
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Prematurity-Related Complications
Supporting Early Development and Function
Premature infants may face chronic respiratory issues, feeding difficulties, or developmental delays. Our multidisciplinary care promotes growth, motor development, and feeding independence.
Benefits:
- Improved breathing and reduced respiratory support
- Enhanced feeding and nutritional intake
- Support for language, movement, and developmental milestones
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Genetic and Chromosomal Disorders
Promoting Functional Independence
We tailor therapies to support physical, emotional, and cognitive development in children with conditions such as Down syndrome or rare genetic disorders, focusing on achievable, personalized goals.
Benefits:
- Strengthened motor and social skills
- Improved communication and sensory integration
- Support for adaptive and independent living skills
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Muscular Dystrophies
Slowing Progression and Maintaining Mobility
Children with neuromuscular disorders benefit from carefully structured therapies that maintain muscle strength and joint function while enhancing comfort and quality of life.
Benefits:
- Delayed progression of muscle weakness
- Enhanced mobility with assistive devices
- Improved endurance and daily function
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Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE)
Stimulating Neuroplasticity and Recovery
Our team provides neurorehabilitation to children who have suffered oxygen deprivation, focusing on cognitive, motor, and sensory recovery in a calm, supportive setting.
Benefits:
- Support for brain healing and neurodevelopment
- Improved muscle tone, reflexes, and motor skills
- Enhanced attention, behavior, and engagement
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Pediatric Stroke
Regaining Strength, Coordination, and Speech
Post-stroke care includes therapies that retrain the brain and body for movement, communication, and sensory processing.
Benefits:
- Restored motor coordination and strength
- Improved language and communication abilities
- Enhanced balance and functional mobility
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Spinal Cord Injury
Maximizing Mobility and Independence
We provide highly specialized care to improve function after spinal injuries, including adaptive technologies and mobility training.
Benefits:
- Increased strength and range of motion
- Support for bladder, bowel, and respiratory function
- Development of independence through assistive devices
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Guillain-Barré Syndrome
Supporting Nerve Recovery and Physical Strength
This post-infectious condition can cause rapid muscle weakness and paralysis. Our multidisciplinary approach helps children recover strength and coordination.
Benefits:
- Improved nerve function and muscle strength
- Reduced fatigue and improved balance
- Guided return to independent mobility
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Brain & Spinal Cord Tumors
Rehabilitating After Treatment and Surgery
After medical or surgical treatment for tumors, children benefit from structured rehab to regain motor function, cognition, and speech.
Benefits:
- Recovery of strength and coordination
- Cognitive training for memory and learning
- Emotional support for reintegration into daily life
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Post-Cancer Rehabilitation
Rebuilding Strength and Stamina
Children undergoing or completing cancer treatment may need help with endurance, nutrition, and movement. Our care restores energy and function while supporting emotional well-being.
Benefits:
- Improved stamina and participation in activities
- Enhanced muscle strength and range of motion
- Support for immune health and nutritional recovery
Our Approach
Family-Centered Pediatric Care Rooted in Excellence
SRH’s pediatric rehabilitation philosophy is built around individualized care, parent participation, and continual progress tracking — all delivered in a friendly, motivating atmosphere designed for young minds and bodies.
- Multidisciplinary Pediatric Team – Including PM&R consultants, pediatric ICU physicians, NDT-certified therapists, speech-language pathologists, respiratory therapists, and child-focused dieticians
- Customized Daily Therapy Plans – Developed in the first few days of admission and continually adjusted as the child progresses
- Family Integration and Goal Setting – Parents are active participants in decision-making, therapy planning, and discharge readiness
- Child-Friendly Inpatient Facilities – Bright, spacious rooms for babies to teens, designed to reduce stress and promote healing
- Global Collaboration – Routine case reviews and expert guidance from Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in the U.S.
- Outcome-Oriented Rehabilitation – Focused on restoring function, preparing for home life, and maximizing independence
At SRH, pediatric rehabilitation is more than recovery — it’s about giving every child the tools to thrive, grow, and live as fully as possible, surrounded by a team that treats them with expertise, warmth, and joy.
Meet our Team
Dr. Ramzi Moufarrej
CMO - Consultant Intensive Care & Internal Medicine
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