The Indian Association of Physiotherapist (IAP) Kohima Unit observed World Physiotherapy Day 2024 in Kohima on September 7.
KOHIMA, SEPTEMBER 7 (MExN): The Indian Association of Physiotherapist (IAP) Kohima Unit observed World Physiotherapy Day 2024 under the theme "Low-Back Pain and the role of Physiotherapy in its Management and Prevention" at NHAK Kohima on September 7.
To commemorate the day, the IAP Kohima Unit organized a free physiotherapy consultation and awareness camp, focusing on the issue of low-back pain. The association emphasized that low-back pain is the leading cause of disability worldwide and can affect people of all ages, a press release stated.
Further, they emphasized on the crucial role physiotherapists play in providing expert guidance for managing and preventing low-back pain, thereby enhancing overall health and well-being.
The IAP Kohima Unit highlighted that physiotherapy has gained recognition as an effective treatment method, significantly reducing disability and patient dependency over the years.
However, there is still a need for greater integration of physiotherapy within the multidisciplinary healthcare system.
Physiotherapy is a comprehensive speciality that addresses a wide range of disciplines, including musculoskeletal, cardiothoracic, sports, obstetrics and gynecology, paediatrics, neurology, geriatrics, and more.
The Unit urged the patients to seek treatment from qualified medical professionals, rather than relying on untrained practitioners.
Dr R Belho (PT), HoD Physiotherapy NHAK, delivered the vote of thanks, expressing her sincere appreciation to the Medical Superintendent of NHAK for facilitating the organization of the free health camp. She further encouraged her colleagues to continue their dedicated service to the community.
