Promoting Youth Fitness: K. M. Patel Institute of Physiotherapy Hosts Pediatric Fitness Assessment Camp

Led by Dr. Nirav Vaghela, Dr. Sanket Parikh, and Dr. Ershad Ansari, a team of physiotherapists from K. M. Patel Institute of Physiotherapy orchestrated the camp. This dedicated team, consisting of three residents and three final-year students, conducted a comprehensive range of physical fitness tests. These included sit-and-reach, flamingo balance testing, body composition analysis, hand grip strength, plate tapping test, step test, abdominal strength, and lung capacity testing. Additionally, detailed physical activity questionnaires provided insights into the children's weekly exercise routines, offering valuable data for personalized fitness recommendations.

 

Dr. R. Harihara Prakash, the Principal of K. M. Patel Institute of Physiotherapy, emphasized the significance of maintaining physical fitness in daily life during the camp's closing ceremony. Esteemed guests such as Bhavinbhai Patel, Principal of Shree K. F. Sarvajanik High School, and Kamleshbhai, Accountant at PHC Vehrakhadi, honored the event with their presence, highlighting their commitment to community health and well-being.

 

Furthermore, alongside the pediatric fitness assessments, the institute organized a general physiotherapy camp at PHC Vehrakhadi on June 27, 2024, from 9 am to 4 pm. This initiative further demonstrated the institute's dedication to promoting comprehensive health practices within the local community, underscoring its role in holistic healthcare provision.