Department of Physiotherapy

Physical therapy also known as physiotherapy is a health profession that assesses and provides treatment to individuals to develop, maintain and restore maximum movement and function throughout life. This includes providing treatment in circumstances where movement and function are threatened by aging, injury, disease or environmental factors. Physical therapy is concerned with identifying and maximizing quality of life and movement potential within the spheres of promotion, prevention, treatment/intervention, facilitation and rehabilitation. This encompasses physical, psychological, emotional, and social well being.

Teaching Hours  – 300 hours in 11/2 year (Theory – 200 hours; Practicals – 100 hours )