The Mumbai Branch Of All India Occupational Therapist's Association.

Occupational Therapy Job

2012-02-08T09:43:00.000+05:30

Post of Occupational Therapist in Fortis Hospital- Mulund.

No of Post: 1 Full time Post

Department: Neurology

Salary: At par with education and experience .

Qualification: PG in Neurology / UG with relevent experiencein Neurology.

The candidate musthave good communication skills and wide exposure

in handling national and international clients.

All interested candidates can mail their updated resumes toDr Sneha

Phatak on phatak.sneha@gmail.com ,sneha.phatak@fortishospitals.in

Contact Person:

Dr Sneha Phatak (Ph: 9819303918)

Occupational Therapist ( Onco Rehab )

Fortis Hospital

Mulund - Goregaon Link Road, Mumbai.

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2012-02-02T10:14:00.000+05:30

Occupational Therapistsrequired to work with children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and otherDevelopmental Disabilities, for projects managed by SOPAN.

QUALIFICATION: B.O.Th / M.O.Th (Freshers can alsoapply.)

NATURE OF WORK: Full Time / Part Time Employment

SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications andexperience.

Send application with resume as soon as possibleto the below mentioned address.

Address:

SOPAN, BMC School Building,Opposite Ashok Thakur Compound, Natwar Nagar, Road No. 5, Jogeshwari(E), Mumbai– 400 060. Phone no. 022 28328351/ 022-650439989

Applicationsmay be e-mailed at sopantrust@rediffmail.com

2012-01-07T23:35:00.001+05:30

The Mumbai Branch of AIOTA is organising a guest lecture for its members on

“How to read basic Sign Language” by Prabhata Nair, Msc.BEd(HI). She has 16 yrs experience as a coordinator at Helen Keller institute for Deaf & Blind.

The details of the lecture are as follows:

Date-13th January, 2012.

Time -1.00 p.m. to 2.00 p.m.

Venue- O.T. class room No. 436/437,

4th floor, College building, LTMMC, Sion, Mumbai 400 022.

All members are kindly invited for the above mentioned lecture.

The Lecture will be followed by Annual General Body Meeting

from 2.30 p.m. to 3.30 p.m at the same venue.

Occupational Therapist Vacancy

2011-12-23T22:52:00.000+05:30

Shree Sadguru Education Society requires an Occupational Therapist.

Time: 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. Six days a week.

For details contact: Email - kamalv17@yahoo.com. Cell- 9820923296

NEED FOR PAEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS IN SCHOOLS

2011-11-23T10:31:00.001+05:30

Paediatric health care in metropolitan cities in addition to maintain disease free status and optimal health status also includes identification of delay in children’s occupations of daily living i.e. play, school work and social skills.

Paediatric occupational therapy emerged as a speciality branch of occupational therapy in view of this need. Paediatric occupational therapists work from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit(NICU) addressing neurological delay affecting development to school setups involving difficulties in social skills, cognitive skills, perceptual skills, writing skills ,attention issues and sensory processing issues.

Inclusive education laws require that all children have a right to education and going to a regular school (the so-called normal school). If the needs exceed a regular school and are not met then a special school catering to the needs of the child is required.

One would wonder why a paediatric OT would intervene at the school. In a school setup which is the natural environment, therapists can understand the magnitude of a problem better as the child is surrounded by children of his age. He would react very differently when other children of his age are around as compared to being alone. That is why children react differently when they are seen at a clinic then at school or even home.

Occupational therapists are employed in few school and not many as the need for the same is not felt in regular schools as compared to those who admit differently abled children.

The therapist assesses the child referred by the teacher when presented with the following concerns:

· Difficulty with maintaining attention

· Writing problems

· Social skills deficits

· Difficulty in performing daily skills in school e.g. Toileting, washing hands, face, care of personal stuff, eating, and functional mobility.

· Time management problems.

· Cognitive skills required in school tasks- sorting, sequencing, memory, good activity performance.

· Visual deficits

· Perception deficits.

· Sensory processing problems.

· Gross motor and fine motor co-ordination difficulties

· Endurance problems e.g. getting tired easily.

· Behavioural problems.

Following the referral, the therapist undertakes an evaluation including history of the child and the presenting problems on part of the parent followed by assessing the child. This helps the therapist to develop a guideline proforma for developing treatment goals.

The treatment sessions begin after a detailed evaluation report is submitted to the parents and the school management. The sessions are usually scheduled in the school hours and duration includes 30-45 minutes on a twice to thrice a week basis depending on the needs of the child.

This enables addressal of problems at the school level with co-operation from the school staff and enables improved efficacy of efforts helping the child to function effectively and independently in every walk of life.

It is a pleasure to see the smile of confidence on a child’s face and only those who value it would cherish it.

Dr. Namita G. Shenai

Paediatric Occupational Therapist

DISHA Centre, Santacruz (w).

Contact No: 9769011233, 9821205194

e-mail: dr_namitashenai@rediffmail.com

This article is based on the need for creating awareness about paediatric occupational therapy in the schools and their stuff.

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST VACANCY

2011-10-20T23:18:00.000+05:30

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST REQUIRED AT:

SISHU PEDIATRIC REHABILITATION CENTRE

ADDRESS:- SECTOR-6,B-5,SHANTI NAGAR ,

NEXT TO JAIN MANDIR,OPP.SANJAY MEDICAL,

MIRA ROAD EAST.

CONTACT PERSON:- Dr.RICKKY JAIN,

MOBILE NO:-9819254016 / 9664084703.

EMAIL ID:-sishuclinic@gmail.com

WORK PROFILE:- OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST (FRESHERS ARE ALLOWED)

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2011-09-27T23:22:00.000+05:30

PRAFULTA PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES have vacancy for two Occupational Therapists at Andheri branch. Require therapists who are good at handling children with SI issues. The work shall be on a part time basis and the timings are flexible.

Interested Therapists may send in their resume at : prafultaandheri@gmail.com

For further details please contact:

Dr. Reema Valia- 9820001193 / Dr. Payal Ubale- 9870719101

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY- SOME ISSUES, SOME MYTHS, SOME DOUBTS & SOME TIPS.

2011-09-18T16:49:00.000+05:30

The Mumbai Branch of AIOTA is pleased to invite its members & OT students (U.G / P.G) for a free interactive session on :

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY- SOME ISSUES, SOME MYTHS,

SOME DOUBTS & SOME TIPS.

DR. SHOVAN SAHA, BOT, MOT

HON. SECRETARY, AIOTA. &

VICE-PRESIDENT, SOCIETY FOR HAND THERAPY- INDIA

ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR & HEAD

DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY

MANIPAL COLLEGE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES

LECTURE DETAILS

Date : 26th Sept 2011

Time : 1.30 pm - 3.00 pm

Venue : O.T.Dept,LTMMC & GH, Sion,Mumbai -400022

LIMITED SEATS.

FOR REGISTRATION CONTACT: Dr.Sushant Sarang 9819722846

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2011-08-27T20:08:00.000+05:30

Muskan CDC need a part time Occupational Therapist.

Timings are thrice a week from 9.30am to 4.00pm.

For further details contact: Dipti Gandhi - 9930386646.

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2011-08-23T20:59:00.000+05:30

JEET CHILD DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER invites applications

from Occupational Therapists for following posts:

PART TIME-Timings are -5.00pm to 8.00pm (MON ,WED ,FRI. )

POST- locum post for the month of september 2011

FULL TIME-Timings are - 9.00am to 3.00pm (MON. TO SAT. )

QUALIFICATION-

GRADUATE OR POST GRADUATE DEGREE IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY.

EXPERIENCE:

Freshers are also welcomed. Experience in SI / school / paediatric set up .

For further details Contact:

CONTACT :-

DR.SHARUJA SARAP,

MOB.NO.-9820505197

JEET CHILD DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER

01-ground floor ,gyan kutir bldg , opp.unique tutorials ,

near BMC garden , off shankar lane , ram galli, kandivali (west).

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2011-07-30T19:14:00.000+05:30

Narayan Sewa Sansthan (Trust) Udaipur (Rajasthan) is a renowned N.G.O. in India for doing free Polio operations. We are 1500 beded hospital located in different buildings & have so far done about 1 lac polio operations. We have all infrastructure facilities with trained/ well experienced and dedicated doctors & staff team.

We require candidates for the profile of 'Occupational Therapist'.

Candidate should have min 1 to 5 year of experience in same profile.
Job Location:- Udaipur Only. Compensation:- Best in Industry

For more information about organisation :-http://www.narayanseva.org
If you are interested to join our Sansthan please send your mail to: harishvaishnav95@gmail.com

Interested Candidate can contact on following number to schedule their interview:- 09784358495

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2011-07-28T20:41:00.000+05:30

PRAFULTA PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES , Matunga require Occupational Therapists for part - time work. The organisation primarily involves therapeutic intervention in children with learning disabilities, attention deficit, behavioural problems, autism, neurological disorders.

The interested candidates can send in their resumes to :- dswapnal_09@yahoo.co.in.

Dr. Swapnal Desai (Consultant & Incharge Occupational Therapist ) - Prafulta, Matunga - 9819866030

Post Graduate Training Program in Oncology for Occupational Therapists

2011-07-23T20:32:00.000+05:30

The Occupational Therapy Department at Tata Memorial Hospital is conducting a

“Post Graduate Training Program in Oncology for Occupational Therapists”

on 12^th, 13th, 14th, and15th Aug 2011.

Guest Resource Person:Dr A P Tole.

Former HOD Occupational Therapy Department-Tata Memorial Hospital

(Dr A P Tole will be sharing her expertise and experience of 50 years.)

The Tata Memorial Centre has been continuously involved in diagnosis, treatment and research in cancer as well as in training and education to provide the highest standard of patient care for last 70 years.

This training program aims at imparting knowledge and training related to cancer rehabilitation to the fellow Occupational Therapists.

To allow better interaction the organisers will be registering only 20 candidates (only graduates and postgraduates). Only those candidates observing punctuality and attendance will be awarded certificates. No concession will be granted for coming late or leaving early.

Last Date for registration: 1^st Aug 2011

Venue: Lecture Hall, 2^nd Floor GJ Block, Tata Memorial Hospital.

Registration charges: Rs 2000/- (Inclusive of Tea and Lunch)

Out station Candidates – Accommodation Charges Rs 100/- per day (twin sharing).

Cheque or Demand Draft to be sent in favor of “Tata Memorial Hospital” payable at Mumbai.

The registration form is enclosed here with. Kindly inform the therapists to help them to register.

Thanking you,

Truly,

Dr (Mrs) Manjusha R Vagal

OIC Occupational Therapy Department,

Room No: 14, Main Building,

Tata Memorial Hospital.

Dr E Borges Road,

Parel, Mumbai-400012 Ph: 022 24177227

Registration Form

(Occupational Therapist only)

‘Post Graduate Training Course in Oncology for Occupational Therapist’

Tata Memorial Hospital

12^th till 15^th August2011

Full Name in capital:

________________________________________________________________________

(As required on certificate)

Address for Correspondence:

____________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________

Pin code: ______________________ Email: ______________________________

Telephone No (with area code): _____________________Mobile: _______________________

Accommodation: Required / Not Required

Mode of Payment: DD/Cheque/ Cash (In favor of ‘Tata Memorial Hospital’ payable at Mumbai)

DD/Cheque No: ___________________ Dated: ___________Bank Name: _________

Send To:

Dr. Rebecca Marri OR Dr Shruti Velaskar OR Dr Jyoti Khade

Occupational Therapy Dept.

Room No: 14, Main Bldg,

Tata Memorial Hospital,

Dr E. Borges Road,

Parel, Mumbai – 400 012

Phone: 022 – 24177227.

For more registration forms, photocopy this form or send as email to:

rebeka_mortha@rediffmail.com OR manumarri@rediffmail.com

NOTE: In-complete registration forms will not be considered.

No changes will be made in the certificates regarding the names.

Occupational Therapy Vacancy

2011-06-30T19:40:00.000+05:30

Niramay Guidance clinic is a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to help children in all areas of growth and development. The guidance clinic has three centres in Mumbai and Navi mumbai (kharghar, Vashi and chembur). The clinic has over 25 therapists and psychologists working with children and adults. The team is also supported by Psychiatrists.

Niramay Guidance clinic invites applications from Occupational Therapists for OT post.

Contact person : Sunita, Dr. Anjana thadhani.

Contact No: 02225205695/ 9820304802.

Email: tawde_sunita@yahoo.com

Occupational Therapy as a Career

2011-06-10T20:49:00.000+05:30

Watch Dr. Shriharsh Jahagirdar (Occupational Therapist)

speak about choosing

Occupational Therapy & other Allied Health Care Professions as a career

Occupational Therapy vacancies

2011-05-25T19:30:00.001+05:30

Occupational Therapists required by:

1) Upcoming clinic at Bandra(W)
     Two shifts 9:00 am-2:00 pm, 3:00-9:00
     Salary structure to be discussed with employer.
   Contact person: anil deshpande-9820751159

2) Occupational Therapy graduates required for
     sports rehab clinic-andheri(W)
     Contact: 9920411665

Paediatric Early Intervention

2011-05-24T20:30:00.000+05:30

Act early to help your child.

Developmental problems can hinder your child’s ability to learn essential skills while growing up. Find out how early intervention is helping parents and children improve their quality of life.

Article by : Dr Namita G Shenai

Article posted On Thursday, January 28, 2010 on www.timeswellness.com

Early intervention is indeed the ‘in’ term in the field of habilitation medicine. The word habilitation medicine might be a new term for many as it is rarely used. It means to teach a skill that was never learnt while rehabilitation means to enable an individual to relearn a skill already learnt.

Research on early development has shown that ‘a window for learning begins at birth.’ The clear link between early brain activity and brain development provides the building blocks for life-long learning and function – including entering school ready to learn and families learning of local resources for current and future needs. When there is a diagnosis of a disability or developmental concern at birth, or soon thereafter, early intervention results in greater developmental gains for a child.

Early intervention consists of provision of services for neonates, infants, toddlers and their families for the purpose of lessening the effects of the condition. The Early intervention team consists of a gynaecologist, neonatologist, developmental paediatrician, paediatric occupational therapist, paediatric physiotherapist, speech therapist, nurse, medical social worker.

It focuses on the child and the family. Early intervention programs are centre-based, home-based, hospital-based, or a combination. Services range from identification--that is, hospital screening and referral services--to diagnostic and direct intervention programs. Paediatric occupational therapists working in Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU) identify neonates at risk for developmental delay such as those who have low birth weight, preterm babies, those having birth asphyxia, jaundice, meconium aspiration (swallowing of stools), congenital anomalies, and seizure disorders. They use standardized evaluation and assessment tools to predict neurodevelopmental outcomes. This is followed by intervention in the NICU followed by a detailed home program and regular follow-ups till one year of age.

There are three primary reasons for intervening early with a child:

To enhance the child's development,
To provide support and assistance to the family
To maximize the child's and family's benefit to society

The cost is less when intervention is earlier, preventing developmental problems that would have required special services later in life. Timing of intervention becomes particularly important when a child runs the risk of missing an opportunity to learn during a state of maximum readiness. If the most teachable moments or stages of greatest readiness are not taken advantage of, a child may have difficulty learning a particular skill at a later time.

Early intervention helps reduce the additional stresses and frustrations families of infants and toddlers with disabilities experience, enhancing both the child and the family. Supported families need less out-of-home placement. Statistics demonstrate less abuse and neglect occurs for children receiving early intervention services.

They also have a significant impact on the parents and siblings of an exceptional infant or young child. The family of a young exceptional child often feels disappointment, social isolation, added stress, frustration, and helplessness. The compounded stress of the presence of an exceptional child may affect the family's well-being and interfere with the child's development. Parents of gifted preschoolers also need early services so that they may better provide the supportive and nourishing environment needed by the child.

The child's increased developmental and educational gains and decreased dependence upon social institutions, the family's increased ability to cope with the presence of an exceptional child, and perhaps the child's increased eligibility for employment, all provide economic as well as social benefits.

It is essential that awareness on part of the government and the medical fraternity is the need of the hour to reduce the effects of neurological deficits in later life for the future of our dear children.

The doctor is a paediatric occupational therapist at the DISHA Centre, Santacruz, Mumbai.

Pic: Doriana_s

Management of Orthopaedic conditions in Haemophilia.

2011-05-04T19:50:00.000+05:30

The Mumbai Branch of AIOTA, is conducting a lecture for its members on

“Management of Orthopaedic conditions in Haemophilia.”

Dr. S.S. Mohanty

M.B.B.S.(Hon), M.S.(Orth), FASIF(Swiz), FRCS (Edinburgh),

Assoc. Professor, Orthopaedics, GSMC & KEMH.

Date: 9^th May, 2011,

Time:1.00 pm

Venue: CVTC Auditorium, Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M.Hospital,

Parel, Mumbai.

2011-04-09T20:28:00.001+05:30

The Mumbai Branch of All India Occupational Therapist's Association has launched its much awaited

MUMBAI OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTS DIRECTORY

(Click to view).

The registration for the directory is free for all Mumbai based Occupational Therapists.

Advanced Training in Pediatric Occupational Therapy

2011-04-05T12:25:00.000+05:30

On Ocassion of 60th Anniversary of Occupational Therapy in Mumbai

Occupational Therapy Training School & Centre, L.T.M.M.C.& G.H.,Sion

announces

Advanced Training in Pediatric Occupational Therapy (Jan2011-Feb2011)

Organiser :-

Occupational Therapy Training School

& Centre,L.T.M.M.C.& G.H., Sion

Co-ordinator:- Dr.Jyothika Bijlani

Organising Committee:-

Scientific Committee-Dr Anuradha Pai
Finance Committee-Dr.Rashmi Yeradkar
Registration Committee-Dr.Shailaja Jaywant
Catering Committee-Dr.Sandhya Alekar

Workshop Topic-

Neurodevelopmental Assessment & Intervention

in Neonates & Infants at Risk

Faculty:-

Dr J.S.Mondkar (Neonatalogist)
Dr.Ruchi nanavati (Neonatologist)
Dr.Neeta Naik (Paediatric Neurologist)
Dr.J.N.Bijlani (Child DevelopmentalTherapist)
Dr.S.S.Jaywant(Child DevelopmentalTherapist)

Participants Eligibility:-

Occupational Therapists, Postgraduate Occupational Therapy students,

Postgraduate Paediatric Students, Paediatrician

Date:-28th &29th April 2011

Time: 9am to 4 pm

Venue: Surgery seminar hall, 1st floor, College Bldg,

L.T.M.M.C & G.H., Sion, Mumbai

Fees- Rs 3000/- (Rs Three Thousand only)

Entries – Limited (40 Seats)

For further Details kindly contact :

O.T. School & Centre, LTMMCollege. Tel.no.:022-24063549/50
Dr.Jyothika Bijlani (Mob-9820964567) E-mail: jyothikabijlani@yahoo.co.in
Dr.Shailaja Jaywant.(Mob-9820848040) E-mail: shailaja_ot@yahoo.co.in
Dr.Suhas Bongade (Mob-9969001735) E-mail: bongadesuhas@rediffmail.com

Please pay by draft in favour of “Advanced O.T Training 2010-2011” to be paid in Mumbai, on following address

Address- Dr. Jyothika Bijlani

21,Kalpataru Harmony CHS,

Near Sion Post office,

Sion(East), Mumbai-22

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2011-04-01T18:38:00.000+05:30

Ummeed Child Development Center requires Occupational Therapist /Physical Therapist to work with children with physical disabilities.

Ummeed is an innovative, leading-edge non-profit in Mumbai, offering services for children with disabilities and their families. Staff work across disciplines, in teams designed to meet whole-family needs. Emphasis is on design of top-notch clinical strategies for resource-poor communities: empowering families and communities to help improve the lives of children with disabilities.

This job not only offers a chance to interact with other professionals working at Ummeed but also offers opportunity to grow as a teacher by participation in Ummeed's training programs. Individuals will have a chance to contribute to a rapidly growing field by devising innovative approaches for working with children with developmental disabilities.

Tasks:

Assessment of children and families
Development of Individual Family Service Plan for children developmental disabilities
Ongoing care of children and their families
Working as part of an Interdisciplinary team
Teaching Activities

Candidates should hold Postgraduate degree in Occupational Therapy/Physical Therapy. Ideally candidates would have some background in working with children with developmental disabilities especially with cerebral palsy.

Preference will be given to a candidate who is interested in putting in at least 30 hours per week.

Salary will be commensurate with applicant’s qualification and experience.

Interested applicants please send resume and in subject line put Application for Occupational/physical Therapist to Ummeed Child Development Center at email: ummeedcenter@gmail.com

Address: Ground Floor, Mantri Pride 1-B, 1/62 N.M. Joshi Marg
Lower Parel (Nr Chinchpokli Station), Mumbai 400 011

Tel 6556 4054 / 655 23810 / 2300 2006
Website: www.ummeed.org

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2011-03-14T20:50:00.000+05:30

Anshu Pediatric Rehab Center requires Occupational therapists

in 10 -2 pm as well as 4-8 pm slots. Freshers are welcome.

Any one interested can call : 26715147 /9324105907

Dr Mona Shah
www.anshu-pediatricrehab.com

Occupational Therapy Jobs

2011-03-14T20:32:00.000+05:30

PRAFULTA PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES, Andheri, require Occupational Therapists to work on a part time and full time basis. Prafulta is a mental health setup mainly treating pediatric clients having ADHD, Learning Disability, Autism, CP & other neuro-developmental problems. Occupational Therapist's are required to work at the center as well as in the school system.

Interested therapists are requested to send in their resume to:
1. prafultaandheri@gmail.com
2. payalchittawar@rediffmail.com

for further details you may contact:
Dr. PAYAL UBALE
Incharge-OT dept.
9870719101

FROZEN SHOULDER

2011-03-08T13:14:00.000+05:30

A FREE AWARENESS CAMP ON “FROZEN SHOULDER”

ORGANISED BY

YASHASVI REHABILITATION CENTRE

13 MARCH 2011, SUNDAY, between 9am. to 5pm.

(LIMITED REGISTRATION ON FIRST COME BASIS)

FOR DETAILS PLEASE CONTACT:

YASHASVI REHABILITATION CENTRE

TEL: 9820 794435

Shop No.3, Building No.10,Opp.shayadri ground,Tilak Nagar, Chembur, Mumbai - 89.

Shoulder Complex-Modern trends in Evaluation and Treatment.

2011-02-21T21:37:00.000+05:30

Course Organised By : RehabCare

Speaker- Amol Sangekar BOT (Mumbai) OTR (USA) Fellowship in shoulder Rehabilitation.

Date- March 6^th 2011

Venue-Hotel Juhu Plaza. Mumbai

Fees- INR 2000/participant INR 2500 after 20February, 2011 or spot registration

Fees include- Course material, snacks and lunch.

Cheque /DD to-

“RehabCare”

4surydarshan, Paranjpe Scheme B.Rd3.Vileparle (east), Mumbai-57.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION / QUERIES CONTACT: 9821294029

courses@rehabcare.org asangekar@rehabcare.org

Skin Grafts, Flaps and mobilization

2011-02-21T21:25:00.000+05:30

The Mumbai Branch of AIOTA is organising a guest lecture for its members on

Skin Grafts, Flaps and mobilization

by Dr. Maksud Devale,

Associate Professor, Plastic Surgery, LTMMC & GH, Sion, Mumbai 22.

The details of the lecture are as follows:

Date-28^th February, 2011

Time-1.30 p.m. to 2.30 p.m.

Venue- O.T. class room No. 436 / 437,

4^th floor, College building, LTMMC,Sion, Mumbai- 400 022.

All members are kindly invited for the above mentioned lecture

Occupational Therapy for Neck and shoulder pain

2011-01-29T20:45:00.000+05:30

The neck and shoulder are one of the most used parts of our body, after the brain of course! The neck and shoulder share a lot of muscles that are common to both the joints. That is these muscles support the neck as well as the shoulder.

The trapezius is one large muscle that attaches on the vertebral column near the neck and the shoulder.

The shoulder muscles in comparison are very small and help the shoulder in all its movement. These muscles also get less nutrition when compared to the large trapezius muscle. The trapezius supports the shoulder and the neck whereas the shoulder muscles only support the shoulder.

Due to small size and less nutrition the shoulder muscles tend to weaken before the trapezius. The weakened shoulder muscles stop supporting the shoulder and the trapezius is now overloaded. As a

result after few days the trapezius starts hurting and is wrongly diagnosed as neck pain or cervical spondylosis. This is a common phenomenon, which is followed by a visit to the family doctor/orthopaedic surgeon and intake of painkillers.

The human body adapts to this pain and the pain subsides for some time. This cycle is repeated a few times before the trapezius and other neck muscles just give up and the patient is in tremendous pain.

This is followed by some more painkillers, X-ray and MRI and sometimes surgery for cervical spondylosis.

If you have been reading so far, even though you may not be a doctor you know that this is not cervical spondylosis, but incorrectly diagnosed shoulder weakness.

One may argue at this point that the x-ray and MRI show changes and prolapsed disc that indicates cervical spondylosis. Also the patient suffers from tingling numbness in his/her hands and arms. These are secondary changes due to weak muscles at the neck and shoulder.

If the initial shoulder weakness, which was incorrectly diagnosed as cervical spondylosis was treated for shoulder weakness this whole scenario would never had taken place.

Some medical practioners may diagnose the problem correctly and advise SHORT WAVE DIATHERMY, ULTRASOUND OR PULLEY AND SHOULDER WHEEL exercises. These methods prevent excellent short-term relief but never treat the root cause, which is weakness, the heat delivered via short wave diathermy or ultrasound DOES NOT strengthen the muscles.

Pulley and other generic shoulder exercises do more harm than good as straining the shoulder muscles in presence of weakness invariably leads to further damage than good.

The evidence based and right way to manage neck or shoulder pain is to consult a specialist Shoulder surgeon or shoulder therapist. A shoulder surgeon is an orthopaedic surgeon who SPECIALISES in shoulder problems. These are different from a regular Orthopaedic surgeon who practises general orthopaedics. A shoulder therapist could be an Occupational Therapist who has specialised in treatment of SHOULDER.

(In no way is it suggested that a general orthopaedic or a general therapist cannot diagnose or treat shoulder problems, but it merely states the fact that a specialist is better versed with these issues.)

Once your problem of neck or shoulder pain has been correctly diagnosed by a battery of clinical tests the treatment plan is chalked out.

This typically involves band exercises for shoulder/neck, exercises for movement of the shoulder and neck and a physician referral to evaluate certain vitamin levels.

Note- A True shoulder and neck therapy program rarely involves any heating, painkillers or painful movements. Patients usually report 50% improvement in the 1^st 5-10 days. They are usually pain free by 3^rd or 4^th day.

For any further questions or suggestions - contact the author.

Article provided by:

RehabCare

Neck and Shoulder Pain Clinic-Mumbai

Dr.Amol Sangekar

Shoulder and hand Therapist

BOT (Mumbai). OTR/L (USA).

Fellowship in Shoulder rehabilitation.

912265047363

9821294029

VISITORS OF MUMBAI BRANCH OF A.I.O.T.A BLOG

2011-01-25T12:33:00.000+05:30

WE THANK OUR VISITORS FROM:

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Occupational Therapy for Tuberculosis of Spine

2011-01-20T20:11:00.001+05:30

A CASE THAT REDEFINED MY CAREER AS AN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST...

XYZ was a 57year old male, suffering from upper back tuberculosis. Before he underwent the surgery, he complained of sudden development of weakness of both his lower limbs, which further resulted in complete loss of strength within a week’ time. The investigation report showed that he was suffering from tuberculosis of dorsal spine with significant neural compression. His life underwent a dramatic change, and he became completely dependent for all his daily living tasks, and to add to the problems further he even lost control over his urine and motions.

I remember, when I evaluated him the first time, he barely had movements in his lower extremity, left slightly better than the right. I started with occupational therapy intervention from 5th post – operative day when he was medically stable and discharged. We started with static exercises of all the affected muscles with varying intensity, frequency, and duration of exercise and each time any progress was noted it was a matter of success for both me and the patient. It was with the help of active assistive exercise and activities, that gradually over a period of three weeks we started to appreciate some improvement in the muscle strength in his legs.

The gradual improvements were a great source of strength, inspiration and motivation for him and me as well. It was evident from his diligently following the exercise regime. It was evident from his body language that there was a sense of purpose in his participation. He appreciated the changes, he was able to sit and move in and out of the bed. His improvements in sitting balance enabled him to self feed, watch TV for longer period of time and maintain reasonably well posture. He started to inch towards pursuing his favorite pastime of sitting and reading and even work on his laptop. Been a senior engineer, his ability to lay his hand once again on his laptop was a milestone of sort.

One very challenging part of managing him was encountered when I attempted to make him stand, weighing 110 kg and a stature of 6.3 feet tall, and the kind of weakness that he had, it really was a daunting task to facilitate him for attempted standing. I am immensely thankful to the physical assistance being provided by the building watchman. His insurmountable mental strength prevailed, he started using walker after about a month’s period, he couldn’t believe, he and his wife were in tears when he managed to stand on his own with a walker; they had almost given up all hopes. The whole experience inspired me like never before; I should say that it was a defining moment for me as a professional. It gave me immense confidence in dealing with my patients.

The regular therapy sessions went on, the gradual improvement was mutually motivating, as time passed by the initial therapeutic interventions gave way to next set of interventions and then to next, the therapeutic sessions continued and continued for next 8 month, regularly and religiously.

As our therapeutic journey was coming to an end, more and more emphasis was been given on his performance in activities of daily living, he was trained to walk independently on streets, in his garden, unleveled streets, and staircase. These valiant efforts were punctuated with painful trips and falls, but he always held on to his grit and determination and that became the cornerstone for his successful rehabilitation.

After about a year, he is currently working with the same company that he used to, and he now travels extensively across the globe. I will always consider this opportunity as a perfect kick-start to my aspiring professional career. It was also a high point in understanding the true essence of patient-therapist relationship, which till now was just an academic jargon.

(The Author wishes to acknowledge with gratitude, the intellectual contribution of
Dr. Shovan Saha - Occupational Therapist, in editing & re-formatting of this article)

Article By:

Dr. Dr. Yogita Chhawchhria

B.O.TH, M.O.TH.

Occupational Therapist &

Rehabilitation Consultant.

Proprietor: Yashasvi Rehab Center,

Shop No. 3, Building 10,

Durga Sadan Society,

Tilak Nagar, Chembur - 400089.

Email: yashasvirehab@yahoo.co.in

Contact No: 9820794435 / 9821557137

Services available: Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Special Education, Clinical Psychology, & Physical Exercise Therapy.

STROKE REHABILITATION

2010-12-10T21:40:00.000+05:30

What is stroke?

WHO defined stroke as ‘rapidly developed clinical signs of focal disturbance of cerebral (brain) function, lasting more than 24 hrs or leading to death, with no apparent cause other than vascular origin.

Stroke is one among the top five causes of death in the Indian region. Although the prevalence of stroke appears to be comparatively less in India than in developed countries, it is likely to increase proportionally with the increase in life expectancy.

According to the National Stroke Association:

10% of stroke survivors recover almost completely
25% recover with minor impairments
40% experience moderate to severe impairments that require special care
10% require care in a nursing home or other long-term facility
15% die shortly after the stroke
Approximately 14% of stroke survivors experience a second stroke in the first year following a stroke.

Effects of a Stroke

Weakness (hemiparesis) or paralysis (hemiplegia) on one side of the body that may affect the whole side or just the arm or leg. The weakness or paralysis is on the side of the body opposite the side of the brain affected by the stroke.
Spasticity, stiffness in muscles, painful muscle spasms
Problems with balance and/or coordination
Problems using language, including having difficulty understanding speech or writing (aphasia); and knowing the right words but having trouble saying them clearly (dysarthria)
Being unaware of or ignoring sensations on one side of the body (bodily neglect or inattention)
Pain, numbness or odd sensations
Problems with memory, thinking, attention or learning
Being unaware of the effects of a stroke
Trouble swallowing (dysphagia)
Problems with bowel or bladder control
Fatigue
Difficulty controlling emotions (emotional lability)
Depression
Difficulties with daily tasks

Preventing another Stroke

People who have had a stroke are at an increased risk of having another one, especially during the first year following the original stroke.
The following factors increase the risk of having another stroke:

High blood pressure (hypertension)
Cigarette smoking
Diabetes
Having had a TIA (transient ischemic attack)
Heart disease
Older age
High cholesterol
Obesity
Sedentary lifestyle

Although some risk factors for stroke cannot be changed (e.g. age) others such as high blood pressure and smoking can be altered. Patients and families should seek guidance from their physician about lifestyle changes to help prevent another stroke.

What is stroke rehabilitation?

Stroke rehabilitation is the process by which a stroke survivor works with a team of health care providers with the aim of regaining as much of the function lost after a stroke as possible. By joining a comprehensive rehabilitation program immediately after leaving the hospital, stroke survivors can maximize their chances of recovery, and in most cases they can regain a substantial portion of the functions they lost as a result of their stroke.

Successful rehabilitation depends on:

Amount of damage to the brain
Skill on the part of the rehabilitation team
Cooperation of family and friends. Caring family/friends can be one of the most important factors in rehabilitation
Timing of rehabilitation – the earlier it begins the more likely survivors are to regain lost abilities and skills

The goal of rehabilitation is to enable an individual who has experienced a stroke to reach the highest possible level of independence and be as productive as possible. Because stroke survivors often have complex rehabilitation needs, progress and recovery are unique for each person. Although a majority of functional abilities may be restored soon after a stroke, recovery is an ongoing process.

Types of Rehabilitation Programs

Hospital programs: in an acute care facility or a rehabilitation hospital
Long-term care facility with therapy and skilled nursing care
Outpatient programs
Home-based programs

Occupational Therapy for Stroke Rehabilitation

Occupational Therapy is an integral part of almost every stroke rehabilitation program. A recent study concluded that patients who had received occupational therapy after a stroke were more independent in performing their personal activities of daily living and were more likely to maintain these abilities.

The primary role of the Occupational Therapist (OT) is to assist their patients to have the maximum independence in as many areas of their life as possible.

Why is stroke rehabilitation important?

The importance rehabilitation after stroke cannot be overemphasized. Studies have shown that rehabilitation is responsible for most of the recovery experienced by patients after a stroke, and that without it, little or no improvement can be accomplished. Stroke rehabilitation provides a targeted and organized plan to re-learn functions lost in the shortest period of time possible.

How long does stroke rehabilitation last?

The duration of the patient’s rehabilitation needs will depend on the type of stroke. The brief period of in-hospital therapy is followed by further rehabilitation in an outside facility for the following several weeks.
Although most of the patient’s improvement will take place within this time, his brain can continue to learn and re-learn new and old tasks for life long. This is why it is so important to continue with the rehabilitation at home after the patient has completed the visits to the rehabilitation center.

A successful outcome will require dedication, perseverance, and a positive attitude. In fact, some studies suggest that successful and meaningful recovery is more likely to be accomplished if the patients are dedicated and keep a high level of motivation during their rehabilitation process.

Acknowledgement:

National Institute of Neurological Disorders & Stroke (www.ninds.nih.gov)

stroke.about.com (www.about.com)

Article provided by:

DR. ALOK SUNIL PATIL

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST &

REHABILITATION CONSULTANT

5, Ground Floor, Rizvi Niketan,

Behind City Light Cinema, Gopi Tank Road, Mahim,

Mumbai- 400016.

Mob: 9920211132, Email: patilalok@gmail.com

Blog: hcrehab.blogspot.com

DIABETIC REHABILITATION

2010-11-03T21:16:00.000+05:30

What is Diabetic Rehabilitation Program?

Diabetic Rehabilitation is a comprehensive program designed for those who suffer from diabetes. The program can reduce the severity of the disease, and significantly reduce the risk of long-term complications. The program includes:

• Education

• Monitored exercise

• Orthotic assessment & prescription

• Diet counseling.

What does patient education include?

Education regarding diabetes, its management, self assessment, prevention of

complications is provided in the form of:

• Lectures

• Group discussions

• Handouts

• Demonstrations

Benefits of Monitored Exercise for Diabetic Patient:

• Increase insulin sensitivity – it can remain high for 24-48 hours

after a person stops exercising.

• Helps restore normal glucose metabolism by decreasing body fat.

• Strength training increases glucose uptake by the muscles and enhances

the ability to store glucose.

• Helps lower coronary risk factors like

high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

• Increase endurance

• Lower cholesterol

• Weight management

• Decrease stress.

What is diabetic footwear?

Diabetic foot wear is customized footwear fabricated after scientific foot & gait analysis & plantar pressure measurements. It can prevent complications, such as:

• strain

• Calluses

• Ulcers

• Amputations.

What does nutritional counseling involve?

Regular sessions with a certified nutritionist help attain and maintain optimal blood glucose, blood pressure & lipid levels. The patient is encouraged & guided in making healthy food choices in order to better manage his condition.

Will my doctor be involved?

Your personal physician is a vital team member of the diabetic rehabilitation program and will be periodically informed about your progress. They will also be involved in any decision affecting your rehabilitation.

Article By:

Dr. Alok S. Patil

B.O.TH, F.C.R, M.O.TH

5, Ground Floor, Rizvi Niketan, Behind City Light Cinema,

Gopi Tank Road, Mahim(W), Mumbai- 400016.

Mobile: 9920211132

Email: patilalok@gmail.com