Ms. Malini Subramaniam
Senior Physiotherapist
Physiotherapy
BPT, MPT (Neurology), MBA (Hospital Management), MIAP
About Mrs. Malini Subramaniam
Mrs. Malini Subramaniam is a Senior Physiotherapist with over 23 years of experience in neurological, orthopaedic, cardiopulmonary, and rehabilitation physiotherapy. She has held clinical, academic, and leadership roles across India and the UAE and has been associated with Zulekha Hospital Dubai since 2008, where she serves as the Head of the Physiotherapy Department.
Prior to joining Zulekha Hospital, Mrs. Malini worked as Chief Clinical Physiotherapist at Sri Venkateswara Orthopedic & Trauma Hospital, Assistant Professor of Physiotherapy at SIMS College, Corporate Health & Fitness Counsellor at Apollo Hospital, Chennai, and Clinical Physiotherapist at Dr. Shankar's Polyclinic, Dubai. As one of the best Physiotherapists in Dubai, she is committed to delivering evidence-based rehabilitation programmes that help patients improve mobility, restore function, and achieve long-term recovery.
Educational Qualifications
- Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT)
- Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) – Neurology
- MBA (Hospital Management)
- MIAP (Member, Indian Association of Physiotherapists)
Special Interests
- Chronic Pain Management
- Shoulder Rehabilitation (Non-surgical & Post-surgical)
- Post-operative Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
- Sports Rehabilitation
- Post-Spinal Surgery Rehabilitation
- Cardio-Pulmonary Rehabilitation
- Post-CABG Rehabilitation
- Postural Disorder Management
- Adult Neurological Rehabilitation
- Balance & Coordination Rehabilitation
- Oncology Rehabilitation
- Mobility & Strength Training
- Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Home Exercise Prescription
- Desk Ergonomics & Community Health Education
- Critical Care Rehabilitation
Research
- Balance Deficit in Right and Left Hemispheric Stroke – Comparative Study
- Integrated Neuromuscular Inhibition Technique (INIT) in Myofascial Pain Syndrome
- Physiotherapy in Muscular Dystrophy
FAQs
Mrs. Malini provides physiotherapy for a wide range of conditions, including chronic pain, sports injuries, neurological disorders, post-operative recovery, spinal conditions, shoulder problems, balance disorders, and cardiopulmonary rehabilitation.
Yes. She has extensive experience in post-operative rehabilitation following orthopaedic, spinal, sports, and cardiac surgeries, helping patients regain strength, mobility, and function through structured rehabilitation programmes.
Yes. Neurological rehabilitation is one of her core areas of expertise. She develops personalised rehabilitation programmes for patients recovering from stroke and other neurological conditions to improve balance, coordination, mobility, and independence.
Yes. She has extensive experience in geriatric rehabilitation, focusing on improving mobility, balance, muscle strength, and overall functional independence to enhance quality of life.
Her expertise includes orthopaedic rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, cardiopulmonary rehabilitation, sports injury rehabilitation, oncology rehabilitation, chronic pain management, and critical care rehabilitation, supported by evidence-based physiotherapy techniques and personalised treatment plans.