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Research, framework & recognition

70+ peer-reviewed publications, five-plus randomised controlled trials, and a clinical framework in use across fifteen centres.

Framework

F-MATS

Functional Movement Analysis & Treatment Strategy — a clinical framework integrating biomechanical analysis, neuroplasticity principles, functional goal-setting and evidence-based intervention sequencing.

  1. F

    Functional assessment

    Real-world movement quality evaluated with validated outcome measures.

  2. M

    Movement analysis

    Kinematic and neuromuscular analysis identifying compensatory strategies.

  3. A

    Approach determination

    Evidence-based selection across manual therapy, neuroplasticity-driven exercise and technology-assisted rehabilitation.

  4. T

    Targeted treatment

    Patient-specific treatment built around measurable functional goals.

  5. S

    Systematic progression

    Data-driven progression with periodic outcome-measure reassessment.

In use at Manipal Hospitals Dwarka, all 15 APARC Health & Motion centres, and ShardaCare HealthCity — across stroke, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, Parkinson's disease, orthopaedic and sports rehabilitation, post-surgical recovery and paediatric neurological conditions.

Publications

Selected publications

Full list on ORCID 0009-0005-6525-7514.

  1. 2022

    Frequency-tuned electromagnetic field therapy improves post-stroke motor function: a pilot randomized controlled trial.

    Frontiers in Neurology, 13.

  2. 2021

    Novel brain–computer interface–based stimulation device reduces disability following sub-acute ischemic stroke: a pilot randomized controlled trial.

    Brain Stimulation, 14(6):1715.

  3. 2021

    Artificial intelligence–powered electromagnetic field therapy for upper limb recovery after stroke.

    Stroke (American Heart Association), 52(Suppl 1) — World Stroke Congress.

  4. Book

    Vestibular Rehabilitation — Advanced Techniques in Physiotherapy.

    New Delhi: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers.

  5. 2013

    Electrical muscle stimulation to preserve muscle strength in critically ill patients: a pilot study.

    Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy, 7(3).

Recognition

Awards & honours

17+ national awards for clinical excellence, research, teaching and professional leadership. Selected:

  • Physio Excellence Award — IAP, Shirdi · 2016
  • Best Clinician Award — OMPTCON, Jamia Millia Islamia · 2018
  • Physio Ratan — HARCON · 2018
  • Significant Achievement Award — INCPT, AIIMS New Delhi · 2015
  • Excellence in Physiotherapy — Medanta · 2019
  • International Service Award — NCPC · 2018
  • Best Researcher Award — NCP · 2019 & 2024
  • Best Rehabilitation Facility, Delhi/NCR — NEURAXIS
  • Covid Warrior — Manipal Hospitals

See the award gallery

Media

In the news

Regularly consulted by national media on rehabilitation science, physiotherapy regulation and early intervention.

  • Hindustan Times
  • Times of India
  • News18
  • TV9
  • News9Live
  • Dainik Jagran
  • Express Healthcare
  • Moneycontrol
  • Akashvani / AIR
  • Latestly
  • NewsDrum

Referrals, collaboration and speaking

For clinical referrals, research collaboration, F-MATS training and media enquiries.

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