Doctor of Physical Therapy

Expert care for injuries & pain, and every stage of pregnancy.

Dr. Begard Othman is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with two areas of focus: full-body orthopedic and sports rehabilitation, and specialized prenatal and postpartum care for mothers.

"Whether you're recovering from an injury or recovering from birth, my goal is the same: help you feel strong and at home in your body again."

About Dr. Begard Othman Muhammad

Ph.D. in Women’s Health Physical Therapy | Specialist in Rehabilitation

Dr. Begard Othman is a dedicated specialist in rehabilitation and physical therapy based in Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan. With over three decades of academic and clinical development, her expertise spans pediatric rehabilitation, occupational therapy, and women’s health.

She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Baghdad University, a Diploma in Physiotherapy, a Master’s Degree in Rehabilitation, and a PhD in Women’s Health Physical Therapy, focusing on pregnancy-related lumbopelvic pain. Dr. Begard is passionate about evidence-based clinical practice, community training, and mentoring the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Physical Therapy

Injury recovery, pain management, and mobility for any patient, at any stage of life.

Pregnancy Care

Dedicated support through pregnancy, labor prep, and postpartum recovery.

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One doctor,
two areas of expertise.

Posture & Ergonomic Correction

Assessment and correction of posture-related pain from desk work, driving, or daily habits.

Mobility & Movement Therapy

Personalized exercise therapy to restore range of motion, balance, and everyday function.

Manual Therapy & Pain Management

Hands-on techniques to relieve chronic and acute pain and improve joint mobility.

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Structured, staged recovery plans following orthopedic surgery to restore full function safely.

Sports Injury Recovery

Return-to-play programs that rebuild strength, stability, and confidence after a sports injury.

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Recovery from joint, muscle, and bone injuries with a plan built around your specific movement goals.

Guided Home Exercise

Simple, safe routines for home so progress keeps going between visits.

Postpartum Recovery Program

A whole-body path back to strength — posture, healing, and stamina as you return to daily life.

Diastasis Recti Rehab

A structured, progressive plan to reconnect and rebuild your core after abdominal separation.

Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation

Individualized assessment and retraining for incontinence, pressure, or pain — at your own pace.

Labor Prep & Movement Coaching

Breathing, positioning, and pelvic floor coordination to help prepare your body for labor.

Prenatal Physical Therapy

Relief for back, hip, and pelvic pain as your body changes, with safe movement for every trimester.

What working
together looks like.

The same clear, unhurried path — whether you’re here for injury recovery or pregnancy care.

1

Initial Evaluation

A full conversation and hands-on assessment of your body, history, and goals.

2

Personalized Plan

A treatment plan built for your specific injury, condition, or stage of pregnancy.

3

Hands-On Sessions

Manual therapy and guided movement in-clinic, adjusted visit to visit.

4

Home & Ongoing Care

Simple, safe exercises for home, plus continued check-ins between visits.

Contact

Let's talk about
your next step.

Reach out for an injury evaluation, pregnancy-related care, or a general question — Dr. Othman’s clinic team will get back to you within one business day.