Club Rehab Magazine May 2013 Issue

CLUB REHAB OT an Integral Part of Rehabilitation

May 2013

International Women’s Day Special,

With ALEINA ALI SHAH

Research Article:

Drug Abuse among Youth

The Arabian Monster-Lykan Hypersport Role Model-

“Active Minds have fitter Bodies!”

Young Achievers Shahab Durrani

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Pakistan’s First Ever Complete Rehab Magazine !!!

CLUB REHAB “Club Rehab is a student Organization with the aim of promoting Physical Medicine

Campus Review; Paraplegic Centre Hayatabad, Pwr “Breaking a bone or two is one thing! Breaking back or neck Is yet another, as unlike any other bone in pur body, the spine, not only keeps our body straight and tall, it also protects the delicate nervous tissue called the Spinal Cord, which serves as a link between our body and the brain.”Syed Muhammad Ilyas (Chief Executive Paraplegic Centre) Paraplegic Centre was established by ICRC in 1984, and has now been reestablished as an autonomous body. It is the only state of the art Comprehensive Physical Rehabilitation Facility providing free of cost Rehab services (Medical, Physical, Occupational, Vocational, Psychological) to people with Spinal Cord Injuries SCI from all over the country, AJK & Afghanistan. Paraplegic Centre was the first of its kind rehabilitation centre in the whole South-East Asia. The institute is a custom built patient friendly environment, with every nuke and corner wheel chair accessible.

Another important feature of Paraplegic Centre is the Follow Up program to ensure wellness of the graduates of Paraplegic Centre and helping them in jobs search, exploring business opportunities and micro financing & community participation, thus ensuring the ultimate rehabilitation of all its graduates.

& Sports Medicine and providing Students and Youth a platform to discover themselves and portray their Talent and Skills, as well as rehabilitating our youth and society physically, morally and socially for a better future, along with providing youth and students with opportunities to indulge in recreational and fun activities. In a brief time span Club Rehab has grown in different dimensions in the field of publication, media production and event management as well, and we welcome the Youth with open arms to join us ” - The Editor Muhammad Osama Tanoli

In This Issue  Drug Abuse among Youth  Women’s day Special with Aleina Ali Shah  I AM A PAKISTANI Special Coverage  NUTEC Special Coverage  Research Article  Role Model , Sir Ilyas Syed

Institute Of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, KMU (Photo Credits; Muhammad Osama)

Talha Hussain BBA (Hons) NUML

Drug Abuse among Youth Drug abuse among youth now a day is the most common practice. Nobody takes a thorough look on this major chaos activity that is prevailing in our society rather teenagers and teens have been doing drugs to be more of a fashion icon. Unfortunately doing drugs is killing them slowly as it is a kind of slow poisoning specially among the youth because they are supposed to be energetic during this age but on the other hand as a fashion trend our youth have been doing this drug abuse for centuries.

This trend has been basically brought in through the western civilization,. And especially among youth it is famous for relieving the so called tension of certain things. Even students do drugs because they think of themselves as over exaggerated of the situation and they adopt drugs as they think it is going to add a lot in the satisfaction of their mind and soul but they don’t think that they are actually killing themselves. Drugs have a number of forms in the modern 21st century for example cigarettes, alcohol, weed and sheesha etc. In the current era sheesha is the most common form of addiction among youth.

Almost persons from every age do sheesha except that of old age. It is more of a filtered form of smoking and it includes mostly fruit flavors but still it has side effects which are actually destroying 70% of human health just through passive smoking.

It looks more like a smile designed chimney and is very famous and important among teenagers. In the twin cities of Islamabad and Rawalpindi within a year more than 100 sheesha bars have been opened. It is very obvious form these figures of new business that it is of vital importance and whatever is introduced among teenagers they adopt it as well as they explore it towards their social circle of life and with in no time it becomes a benchmark in a number of individuals for life style.

Concluding the whole situation in to a box the result of this practice are horrible in the future and this drug abuse has to be brung to an end otherwise the outcomes can be disastrous. Although the current situation of the country is not good and the youth is supposed to be supporting the derailing economy of this nation but ALAS we are still not able to get out of tour common addiction of which we know that is wrong still we do it mean nothing but a fake truth that we don’t want to get rid of it.

We are the blind people with fully functional eyes.

Club Rehab’s Exclusive “Dumb’s Logic”

by Belal Ehmed

The Arabian Monster ”Lykan Hypersport”

W Motors was co-founded in Lebanon in July 2012 by Sari El Khalil and its chairman Ralph Debbas, a former student of the Coventry University School of Art and Design. The company is now based in Dubai, UAE. W Motors unveiled its first model, the Lykan HyperSport, at the Qatar Motor Show in January 2013. It is planned to manufacturer ten examples, selling each at GB£2,160,000. It is powered by a twin-turbo, flat-six Ruf-tuned Porsche engine producing power of 740 bhp (552 kW; 750 PS) and 737 lb·ft (999 N·m) of torque. It is claimed to be capable of 0-62 mph in 2.8 seconds and a top speed of 245 mph (394.3 km/h).

Three of a Kind The 750hp, 350km/h carbon fiber Lamborghini Veneno, in honor of the Italian car maker’s 50th anniversary, priced a $3.9million, all three cars that will be produced have been sold.

By, Muhammad Osama

The One & Only Aleina Ali Shah Photo Credits; Aley Gohar Photography

Women’s Day Special with Aleina Ali Shah If you think Medical students are boring and all about studies, then surely you haven't met Aleina, a medical student yet a social activist and fun as Pink. Aleina Ali Shah is the Youth Minister for Social Welfare at NYA as well an active participant and organizer at everything fun that comes out of KMC. Aleina Ali Shah was born at 29th of January 1992 in Peshawar, completed her schooling from Frontier Youth Academy Pwr and now is studying in the most prestigious Medical Institute of KPK, I.e Khyber Medical College. Aleina is a Role Model to many, loved by all and no doubt a true Leader, and a great supporter of Club Rehab, thus we planned to interview her and get to know more about her.

Q: What do u like to do in your free time?

I am always busy doing one thing or another , so whenever I get free time , I try to get a good sleep , besides I surf a lot on the internet and learn and study new things. I love watching documentaries on Discovery and National Geographic Channel .

Q:What are your hobbies?

I am a lot into arts so I do painting, calligraphy , sketching . I like experimenting with new things . I am a gadget freak. I get the latest gadgets and play around with them. I do a lot of photo editing . And yes I love baking as well.

Q:If you had any super power what do you wish it to be?

I would have loved to have to be a SUPERWOMEN, helping everyone who needed help of any sort.

I cannot see any single person in trouble and I always try my best to help the needy. Being a Superwomen, this would have been much easier .

Q:Being a social worker and a medical professional, what is of higher priority to you?

Social Work is something I have always been interested in, especially working with children and families. Helping people overcome obstacles and difficulties and making the most of themselves is a very rewarding yet challenging task. And Medicine is almost the same , it’s the alternate name of Social Work.

So both of these hold equal priority to me , because one way or the other I am helping people.

Q:What is your take on Feminism?

Feminism is not just restricted to any particular sex. I am a Feminist and I think the whole world needs to be feminist because it’s the women who brings a baby to life , brought him/her up , and can make up the mind of her kids as per her will , who in future , build the nation. If she’s given proper education and rights , and she’s not suppressed , she can play a major role in bringing about a positive change in the society because women development , is in true words , development of the nation.

Q:What is your biggest wish/desire?

My biggest desire is to play a little , but vital role , in stopping the violence against women , which is a common practice , specially in our society . And do something for all those women who suffered , or are suffering violence , may it be physical or mental . That’s something I am planning to work on in my future as well.

Q:What is the role of women in upcoming elections?

Women comprise of more than half of the population of our country and if they are properly educated about the importance of vote and their role in the society , they can very well participate in bringing about a huge change in the country’s democracy Q:What is your biggest wish/desire?

My biggest desire is to play a little , but vital role , in stopping the violence against women , which is a common practice , specially in our society . And do something for all those women who suffered , or are suffering violence , may it be physical or mental . That’s something I am planning to work on in my future as well.

Q:If you were made the prime minister/president of Pakistan what would be the first thing you would do?

How do you wish to see Pakistan?

Well the first thing on my list would be to get all the corrupts behind the bars .

I wish Pakistan to be a peaceful and corruption free nation , that’s my utmost desire.

Q:Tell us one negative thing about Pakistan?

Our leaders are not leading us , they are misleading us , and our people are being mislead !

Q:What is the position of woman in our society and role in empowerment?

Due to lack of education, women fail to get their right and they suffer in domestic violence and sexual harassment cases. The role of both women and men is important in the development of strong society. In this context, women problems may be eliminated from social life. It needs few measures to adopt. For better Islamic society, People must understand the true spirit of Islam. It will help to determine the right of women in the light of Islamic teachings.

Nowadays, the role of media is excellent in promoting education for women. Other different method must be adopted to increase the importance of female education, especially in tribal areas.

Q:Any message to the people and youth of Pakistan?

Open your eyes , see whats happening all around you !

Judge everything yourselves and then, Come Forward and Speak up for your rights!

Q:Being a medical professional what is your opinion regarding importance of physical therapy and rehabilitation medicine?

Physical therapy and rehalbilitaion medicine is a better , and cost effective way of treatment because medicine’s have many side effects and needs loads of pre and post measures of administration , while A patient can regain full or a major share of his/her mobility and achieve flexibility, balance, and coordination through physical therapy and rehabilitation easily without any major side effects.

Q:Any last words for Club Rehab?

You guys are doing a great job , specially for the youth , as its increasing focus on how participating in social activity intersects with other areas of public concern such as education, crime prevention, community identity and development . Bravo !

By, Muhammad Osama

“I AM A PAKISTANI”, Video Screening and Seminar

Shooting of “I AM A PAKISTANI” (Photo Credits; Hassan Dar)

“I AM A PAKISTANI” The Short Film I Am A Pakistani" is an inspirational speech written by Maaz Khan. The video was shot in Karachi, Pakistan. It's an observation based on all the elements, sentiments & opinions that exist in a Pakistani's mind, including both, positive & negative elements. The video explains the weaknesses & the strengths of a nation in turmoil, still trying to make it big.

Its is no longer just a Short Film it has become a phenomenon with video screenings from Peshawar to Karachi, taking audience by storm.

And that’s not it, in just one Month I AM A PAKISTANI received first position in 2 highly competitive Video Competitions namely Pakiography (Isb) and NUTEC 2K13 (Pwr) and 3rd position in NASCON (Isb)

I AM A PAKISTANI, Video Screening & Seminar took place at Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Khyber Medical University (IPM&R, KMU) on 25th of March, which was organized by Club Rehab regarding the prestigious occasion of 23rd of March, to awaken the spirit of Patriotism and to potray the true Ideology of Pakistan. The Event included the video Screening of the Short Film, I AM A PAKISTANI, followed by the seminar consisting of an Interactive Session by Muhammad Osama Tanoli (Founder/President of Club Rehab), an insight session with Maaz Khan ( Director/ Media Head Club rehab) regarding the Short Film and Patriotic Sessions by the Special Guests, Ahsan Hamid Durrani (Governor, National Youth Assambly KPK) & Amar Khan (Youh Minister for Special Persons) along with activities and participation by the students in the event.

The even was indeed a constructive activity to remind ourselves of who we are and what is important to refresh our Faith and Ideology.

(Event Coverage Photo Credits; Maaz Khan)

By, Muhammad Osama

NUTEC 2K13 The Olympiad of FAST (NUCES) Peshawar held on 4th and 5th of May was in every way a Successful event and no doubt a Constructive and Entertainment Extravaganza, constituting of inter student competitions from all over Pakistan from Media competitions such as Short Films and Ad Gala , Business Plan Competitions and Quizzes, E-Gaming and Technology competitions such as speed programming etc, with generous Monetary prizes for winners, thus a great platform to promote healthy competition and young talent.

GLOBAL VILLAGE The Global Village was the Star event of NUTEC, for the first time in Peshawar an event of such sort was organized, and was a huge success which was evident by the participation from students and audience.

MUSICAL NIGHT Last but not the least was Over the Top concert with Mind Blowing Performances by Slate the Band, Yakeen the band, Magnetico & Dr.Virus and many more leaving the audience banging their heads at the beat of the drums.

NUTEC 2K13 – Global Village, Media Partners; Club rehab (Photo Credits: Muhammad Osama)

NUTEC 2K13

Musical Night

There are people known as Fire Starters, who start with nothing but end up with creating something so enormous and meaningful, that it has a great impact on society. One such person is Shahab Durrani, a person so special that every activist youngster in Peshawar deems to be like him, and his achievements are so many and diverse that all of them can’t even be enlisted.

Born in 9th of September 1987, in the city of Peshawar is a student of Social Sciences graduated in Applied Economics with expertise in Management, Counseling and Consultancy is currently working with AVT Networks and as Minister of Broadcasting and Information with National Youth Assembly (NYA). He is also the Ex-President of Peshawar Youth Organization and Certified Trainer from School of Leadership and has also received numerous awards such as Best Facilitator Shield from NUPSAPYLC, Best Media Representative at GIKI Media Festival and Volunteer Award from Ministry of Youth and KP Chambers of Commerce.

So what we did was to make him a little time for us from his busy schedule and let us interview him and get to know more about him.

What do u like to do in your free time?

Being social person I love attending different conferences, seminars and go for networking with people and love spending time with friends. Besides, I love or more clearly I am crazy about traveling.

What are your hobbies?

I love spending my time in playing outdoor games and reading books.

If you had any super power what do you wish it to be?

To Fly How do you manage your time as you are indulged in social welfare and youth empowerment activities as well your job and responsibilities?

Time management has always been difficult task but you have to do it when you are to teach same things in your trainings you have to come up as role model as well, I follow my daily schedule for keeping bird eye view on my task and to-do-lists.

What is your dream job?

Being a believer and teacher of entrepreneurship I have always dreamt to be an entrepreneur and to provide jobs to others What is your take on entrepreneurship?

Any achievement that you are most proud of?

Not to call it an achievement but Yes, a blessing it was to be selected by Allah to work for IDP’s, Earthquake & Flood victims.

What is the role of youth in empowerment of Pakistan?

Not only Pakistan but any country is wholly solely dependant on Youth, Pakistan especially because no country has witnessed such number of youth ever in history.

What was your inspiration to start PYO? A negative inspiration I would call it, seeing NO volunteer work here in KP, and specially to see the youth here lacking behind in exposure to world and learning new things, we initiated this platform to empower youth to encourage people for volunteer works What is your ideology?

Unity, Faith & Discipline What is the role of youth in upcoming elections?

See Pakistan’s voting ration has always been below 40% and now if Youth pops up and jumps in to at least go for voting, Pakistan’s fate can travel new paths.

If you were made the prime minister/president of Pakistan what would be the first thing you would do?

Uplifting Education standards and system.

If you had an opportunity to go back in time what is that you would like to change?

If it’s about changing personal thing then I would be more happy to stay in the present but if through social perspective I would go back to be more active player of uplift of my society.

Any regrets in life?

Hazaron Khwahishien Aesi k Her Khwahish Pe Damm Niklay, No regrets. *winks* How do you wish to see Pakistan?

Here I would recall Quaid’s statement “I am Looking forward, Pakistan as One of the greatest nation of the world. Wish to see Pakistan as Quaid’s Pakistan.

Tell us one negative thing about Pakistan?

Pakistan has one crazy crowd who loves it but it needs to be transformed into NATION. Any message to the people and youth of Pakistan?

The Vision of your life should be, to have a Life of a Vision.

I Believe this is need of the time, people have to jump into self employment and entrepreneurship to save Pakistan to empower Pakistan to build Pakistan. This is the only solution left.

What is your opinion regarding importance of physical therapy and rehabilitation medicine?

In your opinion what is the key to success?

I presume this is the field which should be incorporated and implemented in every school even. In every public department. In every society.

Hard Work Open Mental Paradigms and Strongest Faith in Allah Your Role Model?

My Mother and a Colleague of mine

Any last words for Club Rehab?

If you believe in yourself and have dedication and pride - and never quit, you'll be a winner. The price of victory is high but so are the rewards.

What is your biggest wish/desire?

To be able to deliver to my land whatever I am blessed with due to this country

By, Muhammad Osama

By, Bakhtawar Saleem (DOW)

Occupational Therapy an Integral Part of Rehabilitation

HOW IT CAME INTO BEING??

HISTORY OF THE PROFESSION: The health profession of occupational therapy was conceived in the early 1910s as a reflection of the Progressive Era. Early professionals merged highly valued ideals, such as having a strong work ethic and the importance of crafting with one’s own hands with scientific and

WHAT IS OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY?

medical principles. The National Society for the Promotion of Occupa-

The therapeutic use of work, self care, and play activities to increase development and prevent disability. It may include adaptation of task or environment to achieve maximum independence and to enhance the quality of life. ( AOTA-1976)

tional Therapy, now called the American Occupational Therapy Asso-

ONE’S OCCUPATION IS SEEN AS

William Rush Dunton is the Father of Profession and a supporter of

The way, in which we occupy our time. It is divided into three categories of activities in which we take part daily.

ciation (AOTA), was founded in 1917 and the profession of Occupational Therapy was officially named in 1920.

the American Occupational Therapy Association, sought to promote the ideas that occupation is a basic human need, and that, the occupation is therapeutic. From his statements came some of the basic

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Self care

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Play/Leisure

OCCUPATIONS/ACTIVITIES WHICH MAY BECOME DIFFICULT FOR PEOPLE AFTER DISABILITY OR INJURY INCLUDE:

assumptions of occupational therapy, which include: 

Occupation has a positive effect on health and well-being.

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Occupation creates structure and organizes time.

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Occupation brings meaning to life, culturally and personally.

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Dressing & wearing shoes/ socks.

Preparing and eating meals.

Grooming.

Driving and mobility.

GENESIS OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY IN PAKISTAN: 

First School of Occupational Therapy was established in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation JINNAH

Recreation and exercise.

POST GRADUATE MEDICAL COLLEGE KARACHI, in

Use of a computer or workstation.

1971, with the cooperation of WHO. A WHO consultant from

Showering, bathing or toileting.

ment and introduced the profession in the country. MRS.

USA, “MS. CATHERINE DENE WICH”, organized departINGE DAMEGARD, from Denmark followed till national

Getting things done on time and to a preferred standard.

Having enough things to do and the confidence to do them.

counterpart, MS NIGHAT LODHI, took over in 1974. 

INSTITUTE OF PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITA-

Developing supportive relationships/friendships.

TION of DOW UNIVERSITY OF HEALTH SCIENCES KA-

Writing difficulties.

Loss of gross and fine manipulation.

Second School of Occupational Therapy was established in

RACHI in 2007. 

Third School of Occupational Therapy was established in THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AND THE INSTITUTE OF CHILD HEALTH LAHORE, in 2008.

Research Article (Abstract) ACTIVE MINDS HAVE FITTER BODIES:THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ACADEMIC SCORES,STUDY HOURS AND BMI. Sadia Jehanzeb, Peshawar Medical College METHODS:

Background

The academic scores of the subjects were obtained from the col-

In the light of obesity and over weightiness being a growing problem of today’s youth, facing us as a major health risk and acting as a predisposing factor

to various

chronic, debilitating and lethal diseases[5] , the researchers set out to explore the relationship between academic

lege records , their heights and weights were either manually measured or asked from them according to feasibility and their BMIs were recorded. Also the subjects filled questionnaires regarding their study hours, dietary habits, physical exercise and family history of obesity.

scores, study hours and BMI. This study was conducted among the female students of three professional years of Peshawar Medical College. The academic scores, study hours and BMIs of the top and bottom 10 students from the respective years were compared .

This study was conducted in order to: 1. Calculate the BMI of the top 10 and bottom 10 female scorers of 3 professional years of PMC respectively.

2. Compare the average BMI of the top ten female scorers

RESULTS: There was an inverse relationship between academic scores and BMIs. Similarly, an inverse relationship existed between study hours and BMI. More comprehensively, students with higher academic scores and more study hours had BMIs mostly in the normal range where as those with lower academic scores and less study hours had BMIs mostly in the over weight range.

CONCLUSIONS:

with the average BMI of the bottom 10 female scorers of 3 professional years of PMC respectively.

3. Compare the percentages of overweight students among the top and bottom 10 female scorers of 3 professional years of PMC. 4. Correlate the respective BMIs of the top and bottom 10 female scorers of 3 professional years of PMC with their study hours.

The researchers conclude that normal BMIs correspond to higher academic scores and adequate study hours where as BMIs in the overweight range correspond to lower academic scores and inadequate study hours. Furthermore , the researchers have generated a hypothesis from their findings that, “Students with higher academic scores and adequate study hours tend to have normal BMIs owing to a higher degree of brain activity which results in more calorie burn out, where as those with lower academic scores and inadequate study hours have abnormally high BMIs due to their lesser brain activity thus a lesser calorie burn out”.

Role Model; Sir Ilyas Syed

Photo Credits; Muhammad Osama

Born on 2nd of 1pril 1965 in Shamshi Khan, Lower Dir, Muhammad Ilyas Syed did his schooling from Peshawar and completed his college studies in Pakistan Ship Owners College, Nazimabad Karachi, and decided to pursue a career in Physical Therapy for which he completed his Graduation from UOK, JPMC. His achievements and services in the field are countless and outstanding. At preset he is the CEO of Paraplegic Centre Hayatabad Peshawar. Other than that Managing Director of Helping Hand of Comprehensive Rehabilitation Program Pakistan,Chairman Crescent welfare Trust Dir Lower and Michigan Board Certified PT. He also authored a manual for people with Spial Cord Injuries.

What is your take on entrepreneurship in the field of physical therapy?

I think people with entrepreneurial skills and tendencies may be encouraged to get into the field of Physiotherapy, with only one condition, that patients comes first (as patients are human beings not a commodity).

In your opinion what is the key to success?

Combination of good intentions, strong determination and hard work, is the key to success.

Your Role Model?

What are your hobbies?

Reading & Watching news.

My absolute Role Model is my own Grand father, “The Prophet Mohammad (SAW)”, “The Architect of the 1st human rights Charter”, who had the courage to forgive even the worst of his enemies.

What do you like to do in your free time?

What is your biggest wish/desire?

If at all some free time becomes available, I try to spend it with my family.

Believe it or not, I try to avoid living in the world of desires & wishes, as I think, life is too short and one must enjoy, whatever is available to him/her.

Social work along with Socialization.

If you had any super power what do you wish it to be?

I wish, I had the power to regenerate Central nervous system and enable people with Spinal Cord and Head injuries walk again.

Besides, I believe Allah will give you what you deserve not what you desire, because he knows your desires are few, but you deserve a lot.

Any achievement that you are most proud of?

What would you ever want to be if not a physical therapist?

I personally try not to be proud of any thing, as it is Allah who guides us to do things. However the enactment of the A Journalist!

“Paraplegic Center Taking over& Re-establishment Act, What can youngsters do for the empowerment of 2009”, seems to be the biggest achievement of my life. rehabilitation medicine?

If you were made the prime minister/president of PakiOther than struggling for the establishment of a Physistan what would be the first thing you would do? cal therapy, council our youngsters can use their comIf by any chance I was made the Prime Minister of Pakimunications skills to raise awareness regarding Physistan, I will immediately enforce an educational emergency cal therapy in particular & Physical medicine in general. as I think education is the key to open the doors of Civilizational, and Socio-economical development. Only education I think it’s not enough, to chit chat or post pictures on the face book, rather it’s high time to embark upon serican bring us out of the wishes circle of poverty and illiterous research & development programs, as our youth is acy. more equipped then ever before, for such initiatives.

How do you wish to see Pakistan?

I hope, our youth will use the modern communication tools not only for the betterment of their field, but also I would like (not wish) to see Pakistan, as a Self Reliant, Democratic and Developed Islamic Country, where people for their country. choose their leaders (rulers) on the basis of their character How can fake or mal practice can be checked and not family background or ancestry. countered?

Any message to the people and youth of Pakistan?

Besides, electing the right people, who are willing to Allah has bestowed Pakistan, with Resilient People, Interimplement the laws of the land, without any discriminaesting Geography, Abundant Natural Resources, Ever tion, I think, we got a role to play and that is to make a Charging Climate, Fertile Land , Tall Mountains, Wide Riv- firm decision that we will not indulge ourselves into any ers and Lush Green Valleys, but we are unable to cash it quackery or mal practice, no matter what. all, probably due to the fact that we were never able to realize the power of our “Vote”. If we vote for the right people at By the way, we are physical therapists, not medical doctors and that means, we are not in the business of the helms of our affairs, Pakistan will soon be counted as prescribing medicine, even if we know quite a bit about one of the most successful countries in the whole world it and vice versa.

(Insha Allah) As for as youth, I have faith in you. I am sure you will lead this nation in the right direction. Stick to your faith, follow all that’s good and leave all that’s bad remember, “not every thing that glitter is gold”.

What is your opinion regarding importance of physical therapy and rehabilitation medicine?

Physical therapy is the back bone of “Physical medicine and Rehabilitation”. I can’t imagine a Physical medicines& Rehabilitation set up, without Physical therapy. Physical therapists are leading most of the successful Physical medicine programs all over the world.

In your point of view what is the real disability?

Real Disability is when you decide to give up. In other words “Disability” is a state of mind not body.

What is your take on the rapidly increasing rehab educational institutes?

Please refer to the question of“what is the most important need of Physical therapy in modern time” Are you satisfied with service structure for physical therapists? Any suggestions?

No, I am not. We must support the service structure framed by PPTA, and implement it by hooks or crooks, as we have no other choice.

Unfortunately till now only sporadic efforts have been done in this regard and most of them for personal gains. I think we will have to come out of our cocoons and have a concerted& collective effort, preferably form the platform of PPTA. By, Muhammad Osama

Getting to know Physical Therapy Physiotherapy is a health care profession which aims to enhance and restore physical ability and quality of life to those with physical impairments, injuries or disabilities. It therefore follows that sports physiotherapy is the specialized branch of physiotherapy dealing with injuries and issues related to athletes.

Individuals in this industry work with top level professional sports people as well as recreational sports players. Working with professional sports people, physiotherapists often work as part of a team with sports scientists, coaches and other healthcare professionals. Common tasks they may be involved in include: 

Examining and diagnosing injuries.

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Identifying the cause of an injury.

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Devising an individual treatment plan.

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Agreeing realistic timescales for the sportsperson to return to their sport.

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Keeping accurate records of their treatment and progress.

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Discussing the sportsperson's ambitions for the future.

The primary skills utilized by physiotherapists include physiologically-based movement techniques, manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, hydrotherapy and the application of modalities such as electrotherapy, ultrasound therapy, phonophoresis, thermotherapy. Some may also learn skills such as reflexology or acupuncture, so they can offer additional services to patients. The type of treatment depends on the injury and can involve using specialist medical equipment. Therefore the physiotherapist’s role involves the promotion of a healthy life style, the prevention of illness and injury for those at risk, as well as the rehabilitation and restoration of an individual's function following injury or disability. In a holistic approach, the physiotherapist’s services would be accommodated by counseling to further empower the client to improve their quality of life, overcome an injury or reach a certain goal.

Scope of Physical Therapy The physiotherapist is trained to work in many settings as a member of the health care team. This is not only restricted sports environments while many physiotherapists certainly do treat these types of conditions, there are other areas in which physiotherapists are trained and can help you.

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Arthritis, Back and neck pain Asthma Management

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Sports Injuries Pediatric problems

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Postural problems Neurological conditions

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Occupational injuries Impaired mobility

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Stroke rehabilitation Cardiac rehabilitation

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Amputee rehabilitation Urine Incontinence

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Spinal cord injuries Geriatric problems

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Chronic airways disease Children's condition

Career Scope in Pakistan In Pakistan physiotherapy profession is growing very fast. Just a decade back this course exists in the form of three year graduation, but in late 90s this course was upgraded to four year graduation, and now from last two years 5 years Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT) was introduced. Pakistan is among few countries in the world, who offer DPT course.

Now physiotherapists are appointed as Associate Professors and Assistant Professors in Government and private organizations.

The field of Physiotherapy is underdevelopment in Pakistan and many mile stones are reached. An important mile stone is the formation of council, which is going to regulate all the profession ethical practice and would inhibit mal and fake practice. This would increase physiotherapy job opportunities and skilled practice.

Physiotherapy profession satisfies all the criteria essential for an occupation to become a profession.

Physiotherapists are granted 17 grades on start in Govt. sector or equivalent in the private sector. They can become asst. professors or professors in teaching field across Pakistan. They can run their independent practice under license from Pakistan Physical Therapy Association. Internationally they are granted jobs in clinical sector, education and research fields. Majority of Pakistani physiotherapists are working in UK and USA and they own their rehab agencies as well. At present physiotherapists have a much greater chance to excel because of very few Graduate & postgraduate fellows present in the country

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lege) By, Nimrah Akhter (Karachi Medical & Dental College)

APRIL ; International Autism Awareness Month Autism is a disorder of neural development characterized by impaired social interaction and communication, and by restricted and repetitive behavior. The diagnostic criteria require that symptoms become apparent before a child is three years old. Autism affects information processing in the brain by altering how nerve cells and their synapses connect and organize; how this occurs is not well understood.[3] It is one of three recognized disorders in the autism spectrum (ASDs), the other two being Asperger syndrome, which lacks delays in cognitive development and language, and pervasive developmental disorder, which is diagnosed when the full set of criteria for autism or Asperger syndrome are not met.

Symptoms of Autism

Meeting on Draft for Special People at Paraplegic Centre Club rehab, National Youth Assembly and Paraplegic centre get together to work on Draft for the Rights of Special Persons. Special thanks to Sir Ilyas Syed (Chief executive Paraplegic Centre) for his valuable time and guidance.

By, Muhammad Osama

Weirdest Fruits Alina Maniar Dulse Palmaria palmata (Linnaeus) Kuntze, also called dulse, dillisk, dilsk, red dulse, sea lettuce flakes or creathnach, is a red alga (Rhodophyta) previously referred to as Rhodymenia palmata (Linnaeus) Greville. It grows on the northern coasts of the Atlantic and Pacific oceans. It is a well-known snack food. In Iceland, where it is known as söl, it has been an important source of fiber throughout the centuries. Dulse grows attached by its discoid holdfast to the stipes of Laminaria or to rocks. It has a short stipe, the fronds are variable and vary in color from deep-rose to reddish-purple and are rather leathery in texture. The flat foliose blade gradually expands and divides into broad segments ranging in size to 50 cm long and 3 cm–8 cm in width which can bear flat wedge-shaped proliferations from the edge. Dulse is a rich source of potassium, an essential cellular ion and low in sodium salts, high potassium to sodium level is essential for proper heart health and some recent studies have suggested that foods high in potassium may help prevent high blood pressure. Current medical evidence suggested that the majority of Westerners exhibit potassium deficiency due to the methods commonly employed in cooking vegetables, that leaches this essential ion out of the vegetable so eating and chewing dulse is an excellent way of obtaining potassium in the diet.

Pineberry The Pineberry is a strawberry cultivar. They were publicized in Germany in April 2009, as Ananaserdbeere, or pineapple strawberry. A pineberry is smaller than a common strawberry, measuring between 15 to 23 mm (0.6 to 0.9 in). When ripe, it is almost completely white, but with red "seeds" (achenes). "The fruit flesh can range from soft white to orange and is very fragrant with a slight pineapple flavor," said Greg Goddard, the cocreator.

Cherimoya The cherimoya, also spelled chirimoya, is the fruit of the species Annona cherimola, which generally is thought to be native to the Andes, although an alternative hypothesis proposes Central America as the origin of cherimoya because many of its wild relatives occur in this area. Today cherimoya is grown throughout South Asia, Central America, South America, Southern California and southern Andalucia. Cherimoya is a deciduous or semi evergreen shrub or small tree reaching 7 m (22 feet) tall. The leaves are alternate, simple, oblong-lanceolate, 7–15 cm long and 6–10 cm broad. The flowers are produced in small clusters, each flower 2– 3 cm across, with six petals, yellow-brown,

Kiwano melon The fruit of this plant is edible, but it is used as often for decoration as for food.

When ripe, it has a yellow-orange skin and a lime green, jelly-like flesh with a tart taste, and texture similar to a cucumber. The coolest part of the kiwano melon is the shock value of its appearance. It looks more like a dog toy -- a spiky Kong -- than a fruit. Some people call a kiwano melon "blowfish fruit" because it looks like the poisonous puffer fish. Despite its intimidating looks, this funky little melon tastes like a mix of bananas, limes, and cucumbers. And, like a banana, it does not have to be refrigerated. Sources say it's impossible to peel the skin off a kiwano. But you don't eat the skin either. Instead, you cut the

Dragon fruit From the cactus family, specifically the genus Hylocereus or sweet pitayas, dragonfruit is football-shaped and has a leathery, leafy skin that is deep red or pink in color. It comes in three varieties, red flesh, white flesh and yellow flesh, all of which are embedded with hundreds of black seeds and have a mild, sweet taste. The best-tasting variety is the one with red flesh, which is succulent when eaten. One dragon fruit can weigh between 150 and 600g, but with its thick covering, only about 60 percent is edible. To enjoy dragon fruit, it is best to eat the creamy pulp cold. The middle part is the sweetest. Dragon fruits are high in fiber, so regular consumption can help avoid constipation, improve your digestive health and help you reduce weight.

Durian Regarded by many people in Southeast Asia as the "king of fruits", the durian is distinctive for its large size, stomach-churning odour, and formidable thorncovered husk. The fruit can grow as large as 30 centimeters (12 in) long and 15 centimeters (6 in) in diameter, and it typically weighs one to three kilograms (2 to 7 lb). Its shape ranges from oblong to round, the color of its husk green to brown, and its flesh pale yellow to red, depending on the species. The fruit is made of soft, easily digestible flesh made of simple sugars like fructose and sucrose that when eaten replenish energy and revitalize the body instantly.

Though it contains a relatively high amount of fats among fruits, it is free from saturated fats and cholesterol.

Fingered Citron Fingered Citron is also known as Buddha's hand. Citrus medica var. sarcodactylis is a shrub or small tree with long, irregular branches covered in thorns. Its large, oblong leaves are pale green and grow about four to six inches. Its white flowers are tinted purplish from the outside and grow in fragrant clusters. Buddha's hand has a thick peel and only a small amount of acidic flesh (if any) and is juiceless and sometimes seedless.

Purple Mangosteen Mangosteen plant is an evergreen, erect tree reaching about 20- 60 ft in height. It commonly found in tropical rainforests of Indonesia, Malaysia, and Philippines as well as in some cultivated lands in Sri Lanka, and India, where annual precipitation and relative humidity are favorable for its growth. Fresh purple fruits are available in the markets from June until October. Each tree bears several deep purple colored round shaped fruits, capped with light green calyx at the stem end. Fully matured fruit measures about 3-7 cm in diameter. Its outer tough rind is about 7-12 mm thick, contains bitter yellow latex that stains clothes black. Delicious and juicy, mangosteen is one of the popular tropical fruits. It comprises an impressive list of essential nutrients, which are required for normal growth and development and overall nutritional well-being.

Romanesco broccoli Romanesco broccoli resembles a cauliflower, but is of a light green color and the inflorescence (the bud) has an approximate self-similar character, with the branched meristems making a logarithmic spiral. In this sense the broccoli's shape approximates a natural fractal; each bud is composed of a series of smaller buds, all arranged in yet another logarithmic spiral. This self-similar pattern continues at several smaller levels. The vegetable is rich in vitamin C, vitamin K, dietary fiber and carotenoids.

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