Physiotherapy and Physical Rehabilitation,Bangalore

When we say physiotherapy and physical rehabilitation, we cover all aspects of physical health. From treatment of a muscle spasm to post fracture rehab and from nerve conditions like Facial Palsy to stroke rehab, all come under physical rehab.Chronic conditions like arthritis,spondylosis,neuropathy,fibrositis,myalgia and others may require prolonged treatment.This may involve long term follow up with prescribed exercise.While cases like muscle strain or ligament sprain may need few sessions of electrotherapy and manual techniques only.Visit us with prior appointment for treatment.

Dr.Shailendra Kumar Saxena P.T is now available at the following address.

#344,3rd Cross,20th Main,Opp Panchamukhi Anjaneya Temple(Near Koramangala Police Station),Ganpathi Temple Road,Bangalore

Contact : 9986370169 / 7760616650 

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We started moving on our path to success 8-9 years back and named our team of physios as physio-synchronized. This was probably the first of its kind effort as far as we know.We met people,shared the idea and employed physios who would earn for themselves.We maintained  the channel between our team and patients.   Other than our base camp at Koramangala, we were consulting at 8-9 different places.These included hospitals,sport academies,lifestyle management centres,old age homes,special schools and even sport events outside Bangalore.Regular job offers within the normal professional boundaries came in plenty because of our academic record but we were determined to move in a different direction.   We were also a part of publishing a locality news paper, this helped us to propagate our idea to some extent.Internet had still not become a publicity tool for local business,still we tried our hands on creating web information as well.   Back then fitness industry was setting in and physio set ups outside hospitals were rare.Most of the small hospitals and private nursing homes did not have even one physio specialist.Physio giving employment opportunities to other physios or being consultants outside routine hospital duties was not taken seriously even by some of our own colleagues and seniors.   We made in roads where people did not even know what a physio does.We got in touch with fitness magazines to make sure they make physio opinion a part of there publication.We are proud of the facts mentioned above.   It is good to see that in past few years,awareness about physiotherapy has changed and also physio clinics are coming up all over the city.We had to bring curtains down on team physio-synchronized in 2011,simply because we were over enthusiastic about carrying the idea forward and to provide benefit out of it to every one involved.   What we earned out of it? Well! loads of experience, great satisfaction and appreciation of course.   What about money? This is where we went wrong. Its not always that health professionals have a great business acumen.We do not graduate in business studies.    What does future hold for us? God knows best.   Our plans? To continue in the same stupid way as we have done for years,keep learning and upgrading our skills and as always,smile back at every little smile that comes our way.    What about the path to success? Success is a subjective  term and and road to success is almost always under construction.    

Physio is more than just pain management

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From the very beginning of medicine or treatment in ancient times,there have been two aspects of health
1)Physical
2)Physiological

These two aspects are inter related yet different from each other. Physical Health and how it affects general internal (physiological) health were well understood by our ancestors and that gave birth to the science of YOGA and other ancient exercise forms.Physical exercise in a well designed format is a part of ancient Indian and Chinese forms of treatment.
History suggests origin of physical health concepts in Asia. Interesting fact is that all modern form of exercise is either directly or indirectly based on the same old format which was suggested thousands of years back.
Present day Physiotherapy is a modern concept with a back ground in anatomy and physiology and it all started around world war II to rehabilitate wounded soldiers.Present day physiotherapist is well equipped with knowledge of human body structure and function.A physio also learns modern medicine (pharmacology).Use of electotherapy equipments like interferential therapy,trans cutaneous electro neural stimulation,ultrasound therapy LASER,infra red rays,mechanical cervical and lumbar traction compliment well with exercise.
It is the knowledge of Bio Mechanics which makes physiotherapists experts in analysis of physical functions and prescription of exercises /Manual Therapy interventions. Prescription of exercise is done based on individual capacity and requirement of the patient.
One may seek opinion of physiotherapist in most if not all health conditions.Diabetes,hypertension,cardio thoracic health,pregnancy related pains, endocrine disorders, insomnia,depression,stroke, cerebral palsy etc.are better treated by team work between specialist physician and physiotherapist,then by medication alone. Role of physiotherapy in mechanical and injury related conditions is well known already. On a broad understanding,one must know that role of physiotherapy extends in cancer related pain,post surgical lymphoedema,sinusitis and even skin conditions such as psoriasis.Sadly in Indian scenario both facilities and awareness still do not cover many such areas.

Injury prevention and treatment for Dancers

This is needless to say that knowledge of right movements and basics of bio mechanics helps dancers to prolong their career span.

 Landing techniques is a broad term that decides the way you touch the ground while  you manoeuvre your body during various moves.

Few factors that play key role in landing related injuries are as follows:

 Surface- Frequent change in quality of floor surface leads to altered proprioception (sense of joint position).For example,many auditoriums have raked stage that inclines towards the audience; a dancer who has practised on flat surface may need more effort to keep antero-posterior (forward- backward) balance.This is a common cause of injury during final rehearsals before shows. Similarly sudden transition from sprung floor to cemented floor during tours may need adjustment in impact of landing.

 Dance form- Some dance forms are physically more demanding than others.Modern contemporary dance styles have a huge scope of use of quick moves,jumps and gymnastics.What may lead to injuries is variation of moves from show to show which doesn't give enough time for adaptation.Injuries in such dance forms can involve any part like back, knee or ankle etc.whereas in classical forms of dance moves remain disciplined within a certain pattern so type of injuries also follow a certain pattern.Research based evidence from a study in 1989(N.America) suggested that ankle injuries are most common in ballet and theatricals. Assessment and prevention-In a dance medicine conference, researchers presented that:Prevention is the keystone to avoid injuries, and for dance injuries,preventing strategies may be directed toward previously identified risk factors.A supervised training regimen should be monitored for gradual progression of intensity and type of activity.Female Athletes/Dancers are at higher risk because maintaining a dance fit lean body involves dieting and vigorous practise.This lifestyle over a prolonged period may lead to problems such as amenorrhea,eating disorders and osteoporosis;this is known as the female athletes triad.This may lead to added risk of stress fractures during improper landing techniques.Guru Knows Best- Medical advice may help you to understand importance of landing techniques but its your teacher in a particular dance form who can help you correct your landing in a specific manner.

Physiotherapy Appointment - Koramangala,Bangalore

Visit our website http://www.physicalhealthconsultants.com/ and submit appointment form for direct confirmation.

We are available at physiotherapist.post@gmail.com and physio@physicalhealthconsultants.com.

Patients may seek appointments mentioning the following

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A sms with the above mentioned details to 9986370169 / 7760616650 is another way that you may book an appointment.

Koramangala in Bangalore is well connected with all parts of the city.If you are new to the city,this may be the easiest place to reach.We are  close to The Forum Mall,which is a well known landmark.

Cardio Workout planned by PT

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Co relating cardiac problems with only old age is a thing of past, in present times cardiac problems can be age independent.Stress, both physical and mental has increased in urban lifestyle and thus has left almost all of us prone to stress related health issues.

Many other old  theories and myths do not hold good.We need to understand that heart attacks can come to anyone and anytime.We also need to understand that everyone with a family history of cardiac problems is not prone to heart  attack.Heart attacks can be silent and may not be necessarily associated with chest pain.Blood pressure fluctuations also may not always show the typical signs and symptoms known to be related to B.P problems.There are various tests available to evaluate cholesterol levels and artery blockage percentage, these may be indicative of problems if any.

You have a healthy heart or not can be decided only by specialist and not by your own assumptions based on your lifestyle. Known Factors such as 

-Obesity 

-Old age 

-Alcohol consumption 

-Smoking 

-Sedentary living 

-Unhealthy food habits 

-Irregular sleep habits etc. are all important in shaping up your heart's future,but they are not the only criteria to be dealt with. 

Regular exercise and healthy food habits are required to maintain good heart health.These exercises and food habits can not be generalised, it needs to be specific to your personal health requirements and thus should be prescribed by professionals.

All exercise is not good exercise,if you have not undergone proper cardiac test.Sudden on field cardiac arrest of athletes in recent past shows how even fit young athletes may be at risk.

Mountain Climbing and Trekking

 We have included both these under the same title because of many similarities but for professionals, they know how trekking and mountaineering needs are different.Getting into intricacies is not our target but would like to mention that fitness levels need to be good before getting out for any of the above.Chances of injury is very high for those who do not have adequate strength, flexibility and endurance.One of the most important needs of a trek or mountain climbing is proper gear including good footwear,first aid kit and oxygen if necessary.Everyone should have trained for cardiovascular fitness for some days prior to the trip.As oxygen levels start dipping,body limits are tested to maximum. Fall of temperature with altitude is the leading cause of casualties.Adventure levels are high but at the same time body needs to be well prepared.No one should carry an injury with him, its better to stay away if your physio has advised you to do so.Ankle and knee injuries in particular may resurface during long distance walking or climbing.Some beginners may not be aware but diet plans have to be made in advance as well and strictly followed for few days before the main event.Preparation exercises may include breathing exercise,yoga,core strengthening, brisk walks or jogging etc.Mental preparation is as important as physical, so meditation and even counselling if needed may be done before high altitude mountaineering.

Underwater Fitness : Hydrotherapy

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Swimming as an exercise is much more useful than generally understood.Water provides a maintained resistance during movement, thus helping generalised toning of muscles.Chest is under constant pressure from all sides so it takes a slightly different effort from lungs as compared to lung function in any other exercise.It can be used by sports person to increase body flexibility and endurance.Aqua aerobics may be used to improve agility.Sri Lanka Cricket team used aqua aerobics widely before 1996 World Cup to increase fitness levels and this totally transformed the team which went on to win the tournament.Generally swimming is a very safe exercise when it comes to injury rehabilitation just that your physio or specialised hydro physio therapist needs to help you with quantifying your effort under water.Hydrotherapy as a branch of medical rehabilitation is a widely accepted phenomenon in many parts of the world.Swimming as a leisure activity is a great way to destress.Slow prolonged swimming is as good as a massage session for general relaxation.Few factors that matter if you want to take up,swimming as an exercise are: Make sure the pool is hygienically well maintained. There should be no slippery floors or pool surface. Duration and technique of swimming that may help you the most, should be decided by professionals. Never exceed your body limitations. People with ligament,muscle injury or any form of vertebral disc issues should do only specified exercises under water. Stroke patients, special children,paraplegics and quadriplegics can be benefitted immensely with hydrotherapy but its still a distant dream for Indian medical scenario.

Cycling is good for everyone

Among other forms of exercise, cycle riding stands apart.This is simply a way of exercising incorporated with a goal of transporting you from point A to point B. This is a form of exercise which is Eco friendly,pocket friendly and most importantly non time consuming.Time and again it has been recommended as a great cardiovascular exercise which helps in enhancing general endurance.Mobility of lower limbs during cycling is a great way to maintain joint structure and muscle strengths if not overdone.Contrary to general belief,cycling involves more than just the lower limb activity, it acts as a stress buster and a helps improving body co-ordination.Though generally safe it can cause a few health issues particularly if you plan to start cycling all of a sudden and are not used to it since your childhood days.Inter vertebral disc prolapse,Asthma/breathing problems,Fractures,Muscle/ligament tears are some conditions in which a patient should seek medical advice before starting cycling.In most of the physical ailments,your physiotherapist is the right person to advice you if cycling may be a good idea for you or not.One more fact to be kept in mind is that use of proper cycling gear,including headgear,knee pads,elbow pads etc. is very important. Cycling is still used a mode of transport for short distance in some cities around the world but most of the Indian Metro cities do not see a bicycle as a high status mode of transport.Few adventure seekers in recent times have taken cycling as a serious adventure sport which comes as a refreshing way to end a hectic week.It can easily be converted into a fun activity if people come together in offices and localities and decide to take bicycle to work.