World Physiotherapy Day 2026
“Role of Physiotherapy and Physical Activity in the Prevention, Management, and Rehabilitation of Cardiovascular Disease and Stroke”
Event Details
Event Outcomes
The programme highlighted the contribution of physiotherapy to health and wellbeing, and promoted awareness of stroke warning signs, cardiovascular risk factors, and the role of physiotherapy in prevention and rehabilitation.
- Planned free screening and awareness activities were incorporated into the institutional and community outreach programme.
- Outreach extended cardiovascular disease and stroke awareness to the nearby community through PHC Dankaur.
- Physiotherapy students were engaged through slogan making, debate, screening and awareness activities.
- Formal function featured a guest talk on prevention, rehabilitation and management of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.
Event Summary
The Department of Physiotherapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, Noida International University, successfully conducted a two-day programme commemorating World Physiotherapy Day 2026 on 8th and 9th September 2026. The event brought together community outreach, health screening, awareness activities, student engagement, and academic interaction to highlight the vital role of physiotherapy in promoting cardiovascular health and preventing disability associated with stroke.
Screening, Outreach & Student Competitions
Free health screening and awareness activities were conducted at the NIIMS Physiotherapy OPD and SBM, along with a community outreach programme at PHC Dankaur. The initiative focused on cardiovascular disease and stroke risk factors, prevention, early identification, and the role of physiotherapy in rehabilitation.
More than 120 patients and community beneficiaries were assessed, making the outreach a significant contribution towards early identification of cardiovascular and stroke-related risk factors.
VIIth Semester students gained valuable hands-on exposure to patient interaction, basic screening, health education, and community-based physiotherapy practice.
Formal Function & Guest Talk
A formal function was organised at LT-2, School of Allied Health Sciences. The guest talk focused on the role of physiotherapy and physical activity in the prevention, management, and rehabilitation of cardiovascular diseases and stroke, giving students and faculty valuable insights into physiotherapy-led preventive strategies, physical fitness, rehabilitation, and long-term management.
Overall, the two-day programme successfully combined community service, health promotion, student learning, and professional awareness, reinforcing the importance of physiotherapy in the prevention and comprehensive management of cardiovascular disease and stroke.
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Organizing Committee
Dr. Pallavi Prakash
Associate Professor
School of Allied Health Sciences
Dr. Amisha Rani (PT)
Assistant Professor
School of Allied Health Sciences
Dr. Dipti Mona (PT)
Assistant Professor
School of Allied Health Sciences
