Ghassan Al-Tabba
Ghassan earned his Ph.D. in Physical Education and Sport from Ukraine in 1998. His passion for learning and professional development led him to further his education in healthcare and rehabilitation. Ghassan is a Manual Osteopath and a certified Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) provider. FST is a system of assisted stretching designed to separate and organize the connective tissue layers surrounding muscles, joints, organs, and bones. The technique incorporates breathing, traction, and pain-free joint movement, along with gentle muscle contractions to improve flexibility and reduce muscle tension. Benefits of FST may include: • Improved flexibility and mobility • Increased strength • Better balance and coordination • Enhanced postural alignment • Correction of pelvic imbalances • Improved overall quality of life In addition, Ghassan is a Certified Graston Technique Specialist and specializes in Formthotics, a quick and effective alternative to traditional custom orthotics. His professional certifications also include: • Exercise Therapy Association – Level 2 • Acupuncture and Dry Needling • FMT Mobility Specialist • Personal Trainer Specialist (Canfitpro) As a former professional water polo player, Ghassan developed extensive knowledge of sports performance and injury prevention. He later coached competitive water polo teams in both Syria and Ukraine. He has a particular interest in swimming- and water polo-related injuries. With more than 20 years of experience working with athletes across a wide range of sports, Ghassan provides a variety of therapeutic modalities, including: • Osteopathy • Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) • Graston Technique • Cupping Therapy • Therapeutic Ultrasound • Laser Therapy • TENS Therapy • Acupuncture and Dry Needling Ghassan uses osteopathic techniques to help manage chronic pain and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders. His treatment approach may include: • Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) • Joint Mobilization • Soft Tissue Manipulation His goal is to help patients restore movement, reduce pain, and achieve optimal health and performance.
