Department of Paediatric Physiotherapy

Objective:

The Department of Pediatric Physiotherapy aims to impart evidence-based evaluation, clinical reasoning, and management skills focusing on paediatric and childhood disorders, dysfunctions, and disabilities.

Scope:

Our department aims to instill skills in evaluation and a problem-solving approach based on clinical reasoning in first-contact paediatric practice. We emphasize the physiotherapist's role in early intervention, handling, education, screening, and management. Education includes a significant amount of practical classes and experiential learning.

Programs:

• Early Detection Programs: Focus on early detection of neurodevelopment delays in neonates and infants.
• Belaku Clinic: Actively involved in interdisciplinary high-risk infant clinics at the institution.
• Outpatient Department Services: Programs cater to cerebral palsy, motor system impairments, birth trauma-related dysfunctions, autism spectrum disorders, and other cognitive-social-behavioural dysfunctions in referred and first-contact practice settings.

Research:

The department places a major focus on research in essential areas of paediatric disability relevant to India, aiming to advance knowledge and improve outcomes for children with diverse developmental needs.