Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences celebrates World Physiotherapy Day

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Uttaranchal College of Health Sciences celebrated World Physiotherapy Day on 8 September 2024. A series of engaging events were organized to celebrate the profession and raise awareness about this year's theme: “Low Back Pain”.  The program was graced with the presence of Shri Jitender Joshi, President, Uttaranchal University, Ms Ankita Joshi, Vice- President, Prof (Dr) Dharam Buddhi, Vice- Chancellor, Prof (Dr) Rajesh Bahuguna, Pro Vice- Chancellor, Dr Kartikey, Joint Registrar & Director UCHS, who acknowledged the contributions of physiotherapists in enhancing patient mobility and quality of life. 

The program commenced with a lamp lighting ceremony followed by Saraswati Vandana. A speech on the history and advancements in physiotherapy provided insights into the evolution of the field. In addition, the event featured poem recitations that beautifully captured the essence of physiotherapy, followed by a skit performed by students, which depicted the crucial role of physiotherapy in treating low backache, offering an engaging and relatable perspective on the transformative impact of physiotherapy. To promote active learning, exercise demonstrations were conducted, where students showcased exercises for managing low back pain.  

Following this, guest experts Dr Tarang Srivastava and Dr Akansha Suman addressed the students on preventive strategies, significance of early intervention, and management of low back pain. They demonstrated treatment techniques for pain management and mobility enhancement. The event concluded with a quiz competition, testing participants' knowledge on physiotherapy practices and the theme of the day, ensuring an interactive celebration. 

Overall, the day was a grand success, blending education, creativity, and awareness. The event was coordinated by the faculty members under the guidance of Dr Kartikey, Director UCHS. 

 

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