Osteopathy · Abu Dhabi
Emma Pourtalet
Osteopath D.O
Individualised osteopathic care for different stages of life, including newborns, athletes and mothers.
- École d’Ostéopathie de Paris
- DOH Abu Dhabi & MROF
- French & English
Meet Emma
A considered approach
to your care.
Emma Pourtalet is an Osteopath D.O at Perfect Balance in Abu Dhabi. She trained at the École d’Ostéopathie de Paris and completed an internship at the European School of Osteopathy in the UK, developing her clinical skills through both French and UK training.
Her clinical experience includes work in private paramedical clinics in Paris from 2022. She has worked with patients at different stages of life, including newborns, athletes, mothers and people recovering from surgery.
Clinical focus
Care shaped around your needs.
Different concerns call for different approaches. Care is selected according to clinical findings and suitability.
Newborn & paediatric osteopathy
Gentle, individualised osteopathic assessment and care for newborns and children, alongside appropriate medical care.
Neonatal & paediatric osteopathyPre- & post-partum care
Osteopathic care adapted to pregnancy and the post-partum period, guided by presentation, medical history and suitability.
Prenatal & postnatal careVisceral & craniosacral care
Visceral and craniosacral techniques may be considered following individual assessment.
Visceral techniquesTMJ, headaches & migraines
Clinical interests include TMJ concerns, headaches and migraines, with care selected according to assessment.
Jaw & TMJ concernsFascial & structural approaches
Fascial techniques, muscle energy techniques (MET) and HVLA form part of Emma’s osteopathic practice.
Fascial approachesAthletes & post-surgical care
Care for athletes and people recovering from surgery, adapted to individual needs and relevant medical advice.
Post-surgical concernsSupporting your care
Osteopathy &
movement guidance.
Emma also trained as a Pilates instructor, allowing her to support patients with tailored exercises that complement osteopathic care. Her approach is compassionate and respectful, with care adapted to each patient’s presentation and needs. Originally from France, she consults in French and English.
- Pilates instructor training
- French & English
- Individualised care
Her approach
Individualised.
Considered.
Connected.
Emma’s osteopathic approach considers the patient’s needs, stage of life and clinical presentation. Her hands-on techniques and exercise guidance are selected to complement each other where appropriate.
Her practice includes visceral techniques, craniosacral techniques and fascial approaches, alongside MET and HVLA. Her additional training includes Renata França lymphatic drainage.
For mothers, babies and people recovering from surgery, care is adapted to the individual and any relevant medical advice. Pilates instructor training supports tailored exercises alongside her osteopathic work.
Qualifications & registration
A foundation in
osteopathic care.
- Education & training
- Osteopath D.O — École d’Ostéopathie de Paris
- Additional training
- Internship and certificate of completion — European School of Osteopathy, UK
- Additional training
- Pilates instructor training
- Additional training
- Lymphatic Drainage Diploma — Renata França Team
- Licensing & registration
- Department of Health (DOH), Abu Dhabi
- Professional registration
- Membre du Registre des Ostéopathes de France (MROF)
- Languages
- Consultations in French and English
Connected care
Explore relevant care
Read more about services and techniques related to Emma’s osteopathic practice.
Is this care right for you?
Common reasons to seek assessment
Emma’s clinical interests include TMJ concerns, headaches and migraines, and post-surgical care. Explore related patient information below.
Plan your visit
Contact & appointment information
Request an appointment through reception on 02 559 1800 or info@perfectbalance.ae. Emma’s professional email is epourtalet@perfectbalance.ae.
Read about your first visit or meet the medical and osteopathic team.
Before your appointment
Your questions,
answered.
Can Emma see newborns and children?
Yes. Newborn and paediatric osteopathy are among Emma’s clinical interests. The appointment and any treatment are adapted following assessment. Osteopathic care complements appropriate medical care and does not replace a paediatric medical assessment.
Does Emma offer care before and after pregnancy?
Emma’s clinical interests include pre- and post-partum osteopathic care. Your presentation, medical history and stage of pregnancy or recovery guide the choice of approaches.
What techniques does Emma use?
Her practice includes visceral, craniosacral and fascial techniques, muscle energy techniques (MET) and high velocity, low amplitude (HVLA) techniques. Her training also includes lymphatic drainage. Techniques are selected according to individual assessment.
How does Pilates training support Emma’s work?
Emma trained as a Pilates instructor. This supports her use of tailored exercises to complement osteopathic care where appropriate.
What languages does Emma speak?
Emma speaks French and English.
Can Emma see someone recovering from surgery?
Post-surgical care is among Emma’s clinical interests. Contact reception with details of your procedure and medical advice so the appropriate appointment can be arranged. Care should follow your surgeon’s instructions.
Perfect Balance · Reem Island
Book an osteopathy appointment with Emma.
Contact reception to request an appointment with Emma at Perfect Balance on Reem Island, Abu Dhabi. Our team can help you choose the appropriate appointment.
Medical Centre21st Floor, Tamouh Tower
Marina Square, Reem Island
Abu Dhabi02 559 1800info@perfectbalance.aeClinic location & contact details