K.L.E. Institute of Physiotherapy

STARTED IN 1994

Physiotherapy College in INDIA, Belagavi

KLE Institute of Physiotherapy located in Belgaum and catering physiotherapy education and services since 1994, is one of the premier Institute in the field of Physiotherapy.

Bachelor of Physiotherapy Course of 4 ½ years was started in 1994 at K.L.E.S. Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College, Belgaum under Department of Physiotherapy affiliated to Karnataka University Dharwad. In 1997 it got affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore.

It is the first Institute to start Master of Physiotherapy program in the year 2000 under Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, Bangalore. The Department of Physiotherapy emerged as an independent Institute in 2004 and today is well known as “K.L.E. Institue Of Physiotherapy”, Belgaum.

Recent Highlights

• On the occasion of “International older person’s day” on October 4th, 2024, “Free Physiotherapy Camp” was conducted at KLE wellness center Udyambag Belagavi . 25 patients were benefitted from the camp for various conditions like Low back pain, Knee pain, ankle pain, Neck pain and so on. Dr. Madan dongare Medical officer was the chief guest for the function, Mr Krishna Gumaste PRO Delivered the vote of thanks. Dr. Anil Muragod spoke on the importance of the geriatric physiotherapy. Visited all the nearby houses and fall risk evaluation was done. Camp was organized by Dept of Geriatric Physiotherapy of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy Belagavi under the guidance of Dr. Anil Muragod.

• Department of Neuro Physiotherapy, KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy Belagavi conducted a free physiotherapy treatment camp at Siddeshwara temple Kakati on 5th October 2024. 30 pts were benefitted.

• The Mr. and Miss Fresher event was organised by the institutions entertainment committee held on October 5, 2024 was a vibrant celebration of talent and creativity, showcasing the enthusiastic participation of the BPT first-year students. Commencing at 2:00 PM, the event brought together 21 participants who displayed their unique personalities and skills through various segments. The panel of esteemed judges, comprising Dr. Sushil Kumar, Dr. Soumya Hulmani, and Dr. Neha Mulla, assessed the participants on criteria including confidence, presentation, and overall impression. The event featured several rounds, including introductory speeches, talent showcases, and a question-answer segment, allowing participants to express themselves and connect with the audience.

• The Library Committee and Readers Club of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy had organized a book exhibition on 08-10-2024 in the college library premises in the presence of the chief guest *Mr. Ravi D. Shivanaikar*, *Dr. Sheetal Pattanshetti* [Library incharge officer of KAHER Libraries], *Mrs. Paranjape* [Library Advisor] and *Dr. Santosh Metgud* [Vice-Principal and Library Incharge of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy] along with other staff members.

• On the occasion of World Cerebral Palsy Day, the Department of Pediatric Physiotherapy at KLE Institute of Physiotherapy organized a series of activities on 7th October 2024 to raise awareness and engage both students and children with disabilities. poster-making competition was held for final-year BPT students on the theme #UniquelyCP, focusing on the uniqueness of individuals with Cerebral Palsy and promoting inclusivity. The competition encouraged students to creatively express their understanding of the condition, aiming to inspire empathy and a better understanding of the challenges faced by those with CP. Two groups were awarded prizes. In addition to this, a leaf painting activity was organized for children with disabilities. The program was organized under the guidance of Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, Principal and Dr. Deepa Metgud, HOD of Department of Paediatric Physiotherapy.

• On the auspicious occasion of Navratri, the Cultural Committee of the KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi, organized a Garba event at the Shantai Vridhashram in Bamanwadi, Belagavi, on 10th October 2024. The event was marked by active participation from students, staff, and the residents of the institute, who came together to perform Garba, a traditional dance form that celebrates the spirit of Navratri.In addition to the cultural festivities, the institute extended its support to the Vridhashram by donating six ceiling fans. This gesture was gratefully acknowledged by the in-charge caretakers, Mr. and Mrs. Vijay More, along with the residents of the Vridhashram. They expressed their appreciation for the contribution, which will help improve the living conditions at the facility.

• KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi organised an 2 Day Workshop on “International Classification of Function, Health and Disability”, in collaboration with Dharma Foundation of India and under recognition of Central Bureau of Health Intelligence (CBHI).The workshop was Conducted from 14th- 15th October 2024 for 52 participants and from 16th -17th October 2024 for 53 participants. The resource persons for the workshop were Dr. Alakananda Banerjee, Dr. Suvarna Ganvir and Dr. Robins Kumar from DFI. The workshop included ICF structure, domains, codes and Linking of codes. On Patient evaluation through ICF was also demonstrated. The workshop was carried under the Guidance of Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, Principal KIPT and coordinated by Dr. Vijayalaxmi Kanabur and Dr. Neha Mulla, Assistant Professors, KIPT.

• A UDEHP workshop was conducted on “Balancing Professional & Personal Life” on 22nd October 2024 organized by KLE Institution of Physiotherapy. Mr. Suresh Raju K A, Senior Manager, Value Added Programs, Chanakya University Bangalore and Mr. Rajesh, Founder of Nadiya Technologies and Chaat Times were the resource persons for the workshop. There were 38 participants and they provided positive feedback for the workshop and all the sessions were very informative. Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, Principal, Dr. Vijay Kage, Dean, Dr. Santosh Metgud, Vice-Principal, and Dr. Anil Muragod, UDEHP coordinator of KIPT graced the function.

• Winners Alert !** We are thrilled to announce that KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy has emerged victorious in the HUMBO Intercollegiate Football Tournament held on October 27, 2024! Our men’s football team displayed outstanding talent and teamwork throughout the competition. In a thrilling first round, they faced off against last year’s champions, JN Medical College, and secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory. Building on that momentum, they advanced to the semifinals, where they dominated the Institute of Nursing Sciences with a remarkable 4-0 win, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive strength. The excitement culminated in the finals against VK Institute of Dental Science. Despite the tough challenge, our boys delivered an impressive performance, sealing the championship title with a decisive 3-0 victory. Congratulations to our champions for their dedication and outstanding achievements! Your hard work and teamwork have truly paid off !!!

• *REPORT: INTERCOLLEGIATE DEBATE COMPETITION 2024-25* On October 21, 2024, the Literary and Education Committee of the KLE Institute of Physiotherapy organized an intercollegiate debate competition. Sixteen participants from eight different colleges affiliated with KAHER took part in the event. The debate topic was “Are Vaccines for Children a Necessity or a Marketing Strategy? “The judges for the competition were Ms. Manali Desai, an esteemed educator with international experience, and Ms. Fatima Sayyed, Head and teacher at Army Public School.The award for Best Team was won by JN Medical College, whose members included Ms. Mithila Morye and Mr. Manas Anand. The runner-up for Best Team was BMK Ayurveda Mahavidyalaya, represented by Dr. Sri Venkat Krishnan and Ms. Yogya Shetty. Ms. Aamena Sait from VK Institute of Dental Sciences was recognized as the Best Speaker for the motion, while Mr. Kian Gandhi from KLE Institute of Physiotherapy earned the title of Best Speaker against the motion.

• The Career Counselling and Placement Cell of KLE Institute of Physiotherapy organized a guest lecture for interns on October 28, 2024, from 2 PM to 4 PM. The resource person for the session was Dr. Mrs. J. A. Jalihal, former Principal of Government First Grade Women’s Degree College, Belgaum. Dr. Jalihal provided valuable insights on the application process, discussing key topics such as the differences between a resume and a curriculum vitae, how to write a job application, effective strategies for group discussions, and tips for facing interviews. A total of 37 interns benefited from this informative session. The event was conducted under the guidance of Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, Principal; Dr. Nikita Pawar, In-Charge; and Dr. Vasudha S. and Dr. Raju Gadad, members of the Career Counselling and Placement Cell at KLE Institute of Physiotherapy, Belgaum. • On the occasion of *World Stroke day* on 29th October 2024, Kles Institute of physiotherapy, department of Neurology physiotherapy Organised an awareness camp on *Post partem hemorrhage* at PHC Rukmini Nagar.The camp conducted under the Observation of Dr R.V.Dharwadkar Assistant professor department of neuro physiotherapy,Dr Pooja Attimarad Medical office PHC Rukmini Nagar. phc staff along with Post graduate students actively participated in the event. A total of 30 patients along with their care takers benefitted from the camp.

• The extramural and literary and education committee of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy organized a Rangoli competition to celebrate Karnataka Rajyotsav on 30th of October 2024 from 11:00am to 1:00pm. The theme for the competition was “KARNATAKA RAJYOSTSAV” Dr. Varsha Huddar and Dr. Aarti Welling were the judges for the event. The participants took efforts to showcase their excellent skills. The event was carried out under the guidance of Dr. Sanjiv Kumar Principal, and Dr. Nikita Pawar Incharge Extramural and literary and education Committee KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy. A total of 14 students participated in the event

• The Department of Physiotherapy education in collaboration with the Curriculum Committee of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi organised an “Orientation programme on OSCE/OSPE” for the newly recruited staff of the institute on 3rd September 2024 from 11:30am to 1pm.The resource person for the programme was Dr. Vasanti Jirge, Professor of Dentistry and Coordinator University department of education for health Professionals, KAHER, Belagavi. The programme covered several topics related to learning Domains, Conceptual framework, OSPE/OSCE designs their reliability, validity and standard operating procedures and the threats to these validity. Dr. Vasanti also orientated the participants on different grading systems used in OSCE and OSPE like dichotomous, global rating scale and rubric grading system. This was followed by practical demonstration on setup of OSCE/OSPE circuit. Dr. Peeyoosha G., Incharge Curriculum committee and Dr. Vinuta Deshpande, Incharge DOPE for KIPT coordinated the programme. Total of 13 newly recruited faculties participated and were benefitted by this programme.

• KIPT Proudly announces !!! A Prototype “Turnbuckle Osteoarthritis Knee Brace With Sensor Based Assessment Of Forces ” by Dr. Vijay Kage, Dr. Peeyoosha Gurudatt, Dr. Aarti Welling from Department of Orthopaedic Physiotherapy was selected among the Top ten innovations from the various Presentations at KLE MEDTECH HACKETHON organised by KAHER Incubation centre on 30th August 2024. Principal Dr. Sanjiv Kumar and all the faculty members extend a hearty congratulations to the team and all the participants of the event .

• On occasion of world Physiotherapy day Department of CBR conducted a Free Physiotherapy Camp and Door to Door Disability and Low Back Pain Survey at Sambra village on 9thSeptember 2024.The Gram Panchayat members and ASHA workers of the village welcomed our Mobile community Bus and encouraged the villagers to take benefit of the physiotherapy services. Total of 11 Patients were treated and 16 Households were surveyed..

• On the occasion of World Physiotherapy Day, the Entertainment Committee of KLE Institute of Physiotherapy organized a vibrant and impactful street play at KLE Independent PU College on 9th September 2024. The event aimed to raise awareness about the importance of physiotherapy in promoting health, well-being, and recovery from injuries.

• The literary and education committee of KLE institute of physiotherapy conducted a teacher’s day programme on 5th September 2024 from 10am to 12pm at the B.S Jirge auditorium, KLE centenary convention centre. The event was graced by chief guest Mrs. Lata kittur who highlighted the importance of teachers in an individual’s life . The event began by an invocation song sung by students of the college. The lighting of the lamp was done by Dignitaries. This was followed by a welcome address given by a member of literary and education committee. Respects were paid to Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan. Dignitaries including the principal Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, dean Dr. Vijay Kage and the vice principal Dr. Santosh Metgud were present. Presidential remark were given by the principal Dr. Sanjiv Kumar, in which he enlightened the students and teachers on the importance of education. The vote of thanks was given by co- general secretary of the student council 2024-25.The event was graced by 40 teachers and more than 300 students attended the same. The event was a grand success.

• On the occassion of “World Physiotherapy Day” the Literary and Education committee of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy conducted a debate competition on 09/09/2024 for the MPT students on the topic ” Artificial Intelligence in Physiotherapy: Boon or Bane?” from 02:00-04:00 pm. A total of 8 teams (16 MPT students) participated in the same. All the students put forth their best performance.

• On the occassion of “World Physiotherapy Day” the Extramural Committee of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy conducted a poster making competition on 09/09/2024 on the topic “Low back pain, prevention and management” from 11:00 am -01:00 pm. A total of 12 BPT students participated in the same. All the students put forth their best performance.

• On the occasion of *World Physiotherapy Day* *NSS UNIT 05 Of KAHER institute of physiotherapy* organised blood donation camp. The camp was inaugurated by Dr. Tejashree Pradhan Deputy registrar KAHER and Dr. V. S. Veergi. A total of 130 students were screened for voluntary blood donation and 107 units of blood were collected. NSS program and camp officer Dr. Santosh Metgud and Dr. Raghvendra Dharwadkar were present during the camp.

• A series of online guest lectures were conducted by the KAHER institute of Physiotherapy’s student council entertainment committee on occassion of world physiotherapy day celebration. The speakers for the guest lecture series were Dr. Thorsten Fischer, Facial Distortion Model Instructor( Germany), Dr. Ruchi Varshney, President IAP women cell and Mrs. Jyoti Katti, Legal Officer KAHER. The speakers shared their valuable insights on Facial distortion model, role of women cell in IAP and medical law.

• On occasion of World Physiotherapy Day 2024, the Cultural committee of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi organized an Interclass “T-Shirt Painting of Tagline” competition on 9th September 2024.A two member team participated from each class. The event was judged by Dr. Anjana Adhyapak from KAHER Pharmacy College, Belagavi and Dr. Asha Bhatt from KAHER INS, Belagavi. The best Tagline would be featured on the College Annual Magazine “DISHA 2024”.Dr. Vinuta Deshpande, Incharge Cultural committee and Dr. Vijayalaxmi Kanabur, Member Cultural Committee coordinated the event.

• On the Occasion of World Physiotherapy Day, KLE Institute of physiotherapy Department of CVTS conducted an Healthy Heart Awareness Programme on 9/9/2024 held at G.A. Kannada High school, where poster awareness regarding ways to keep healthy heart and practical orientation regarding fitness education was given to students of 10th standard held on date 9/9/2024 under the guidance of Dr. Ganesh B. R., professor & HOD of CVTS ,it was appreciated by Principal and Students of G.A.High school.

• On the occasion of *World Physiotherapy Day* Sports Department Of Physiotherapy organised free low back pain screening camp in cyclists. The satisfactory number of cyclists benefited from the screening camp.

• Department of Physiotherapy Education organized a workshop on “Coping with stress and emotions for the non teaching faculty members of all constituent units of KAHER on 10th September 2024 from 10-12pm in silver jubilee hall of KIPT. The resource person for the workshop was Dr. Ashwini Narasannavar, Associate Professor and NSS Programme Coordinator, KAHER. The participants were sensitized on stress, its ill effects on health and its management at workplace and Personal life. The workshop also had practical demonstration of the stress coping stratergies. Total of 16 non teaching faculty from various constituent units of KAHER participated and were benefitted from this workshop.

• On occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi The cultural committee of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy Belagavi organised an “Intercollegiate Bhakti Geet Competition” on 10th September 2024 at the Ganpathi hall. Students groups from different constituent units participated in the event. Dr. Vinita Deshpande and Dr. Anjana Javali coordinated the Event.

• The extramural committee of KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy organized an online webinar on “Substance abuse awareness” on 19th of September 2024 from 11:00 am. to. 01:00pm in room no 7a. Guest speaker was Mrs. Keertisudha Rajput who is currently working as Rehabilitation Psychologist and as a CEO at Kaizen Institute, Bangalore. She enlightened the students about ill effects of tobacco and alcohol usage. The event was carried out under the guidance of Dr. Sanjiv Kumar Principal, and Dr. Nikita Pawar In charge Extramural Committee KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy. All the first and second year BPT students and post graduate students attended the webinar.

• World Physiotherapy Asia Western Pacific Region Congress was held at Bali Indonesia from 26-28 September 2024. Dr. Anand Heggannavar, Assistant COE,KAHER and Professor- HOD, Department of Orthopaedic Manual Therapy, KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy, Belagavi presented an E-Poster at this event. KIPT family proudly Congratulates Dr. Anand for this Achievement!!!!.

• Girls badminton team of our college was selected For District Level Dasara Sports 2024 conducted at Dharwad on 28th September 2024 where they bagged the Gold medal and have been selected for the state level final events which will be held at Mysuru from 3rd to 6th of October. KIPT PROUDLY CONGRATULATES the team members!!!! * Ms. Gayatri Kuchekar * Ms. Diya Sarda * Ms. Manasvi Gadkari * Ms. Nishtha Vyas

• On the occasion of World Heart day kle Institute of Physiotherapy department of CVTS conducted a poster awareness program on 28-09-2024 held at kles Dr. Prabhakar kore hospital & MRC ,in presence of chief guest Dr. (col) M. Dayananda (Medical director), Principal kle institute of physiotherapy Dr. Sanjiv kumar, cardiology consultant Dr. Prasad M.R this poster awareness programme was conduted. In this programme the importance regarding cardiac rehabilitation and it clinical implications with its evidence based practice towards treating Cardiac disorders and heart health ,awareness about heart disease through the poster presentation was oriented to the students, patients, attenders and faculty members of KLES Dr. Prabhakar kore hospital & MRC ,under the guidance of DR. Ganesh B.R (HOD and Proffesor dept of CVTS Physiotherapy).A vedio in this regard was also played to benefit the patients and care givers. The motive of the programme was appreciated by all. Chief guest Dr. (COL) M. Dyananda Sagar spoke few words regarding the cardiac rehabilitation and motivated all the students to work with enthusiasm and help patients to recover early.

• Department of community Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, KAHER Institute of Physiotherapy Belagavi Conducted a Awareness programme on “Exercises and it’s Benefits” for the students of Government Marathi Higher Primary school, Sambra on 30 th September 2024. The staff and students of the school were oriented to benefits of exercises in daily and life and how it positively affects thier academic performance. Total of 45 students and 3 staff members were benefitted from this awareness Programme.

• Department of community physiotherapy conducted a awareness talk on lifestyle disorders and importance of physical activity at Shantai Vrudhashram on 30 th September 2024. Total of 35 inmates were benefitted from this event.

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