physiotherapy

Among disciplines within the domain of paramedical sciences, physiotherapy seems to have acquired a new status. Far from its image of a supplementary science, a technician's domain, it is increasingly being recognised as a discipline in its own right. The undergraduate programmes cover subjects including Sociology, Psychology, Human Anatomy and Physiology. Students would be introduced to subjects such as Microbiology, General Medicine, Pharmacology and Biochemistry in the second year. Core areas of physiotherapy such as therapeutic exercises, biomechanics, and massage would be covered in the third and fourth year. The content in some of the universities including deemed universities provide students opportunities to learn Orthopaedics, Neurology, Cardiology, and Sports therapy in the final year. The students then do internship for six months to be eligible for the degree. At the postgraduation level, students can choose from a range of electives and specialise in their area of interest.