Physiotherapy Camp

Physiotherapy Camp: Improving Patient Function and Quality of Life

The Department of Physiotherapy at DIBNS is committed to promoting musculoskeletal health and well-being in the community. In line with this objective, a physiotherapy camp was organized on June 17th, 2023, at the Premnagar OPD, under the supervision of Dr. Naseema Ansari.

Camp Details:

• Date: June 17th, 2023
• Location: Premnagar OPD
• Supervisor: Dr. Naseema Ansari
• Student Volunteers: 4 BPT students
• Number of Patients: 26

Target Population and Ailments Addressed:

The camp focused on providing physiotherapy services to patients experiencing a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including:

• Back pain
• Neck pain
• Calcaneal spur (heel pain)
• Knee pain

Intervention and Patient Education:

The camp offered a comprehensive approach to patient care. Patients received:

• Physiotherapy interventions tailored to their specific condition.
• Educational sessions on home exercises to manage their pain and improve their condition in the long term.

Camp Goals:

The primary goals of the physiotherapy camp were to:

• Facilitate patient recovery by addressing their pain and improving their physical function.
• Empower patients through education on self-management techniques to maintain a healthy musculoskeletal system and prevent future problems.
• Enhance patients’ quality of life by enabling them to function and move normally in their daily activities.

Conclusion:

The physiotherapy camp organized by DIBNS was a successful initiative in providing accessible and effective care to the community. The camp not only addressed patients’ immediate pain concerns but also equipped them with the knowledge and tools for long-term self-management, ultimately contributing to an improved quality of life.