Sri Vijaya Puram, Sept. 29: As part of the celebration of Physiotherapy Day, 2024, the CRC A&N Islands organized an awareness programme titled ‘Osteoarthritis: Its Management and Recent Advancements’ on September 26, 2024, at Lecture Hall 2 of ANIIMS. The programme was aimed at enlightening Nursing Students from the School of Nursing, Physiotherapists, and Healthcare Professionals. The programme was held in collaboration with the Andaman and Nicobar Islands Institute of Medical Sciences (ANIIMS) and the School of Nursing, Directorate of Health Services (DHS).
Dr. Shiny Varghese, Principal, School of Nursing, DHS who was the special guest remarked that the collaboration between CRC, ANIIMS and the School of Nursing reflects the commitment to improving healthcare education and practices in the region. Smt. Hafsa Bibi, Vice Principal also enlightened the participants.
The session featured expert speakers viz. Dr. Vishu, HOD, Department of Orthopeadic, ANIIMS and Shri T.Y.Abid, Lecturer in Physiotherapy, CRC A&N Islands, who shared insights on the latest treatment options & Physiotherapy Management for osteoarthritis.