Shedding Light on Deceptive Practices: The Dangers of Physiotherapy Scams in India

Physiotherapy stands as a beacon of hope for many individuals seeking relief from pain, injury, or disability in India. However, within this noble profession lies a shadowy realm of deceitful practices perpetrated by unscrupulous practitioners. These scams not only exploit vulnerable patients but also tarnish the reputation of genuine physiotherapists. Let's explore some prevalent scams and discuss ways to safeguard against them.

1. Misleading Claims and False Promises:

Dishonest physiotherapists often lure in patients with promises of miraculous recoveries or instant relief from chronic conditions. They may peddle unproven techniques or devices, preying on the desperation of individuals seeking quick fixes. These misleading claims not only deceive patients but also delay access to proper medical care, worsening their conditions in the process.

2. Exploitative Billing Practices:

Another common scam involves overcharging patients for physiotherapy services or recommending unnecessary treatments to inflate bills. Patients, lacking awareness of standard rates or treatment protocols, may unknowingly fall victim to exorbitant fees for subpar care. This financial exploitation not only drains patients' resources but also erodes trust in the healthcare system.

3. Unauthorized Practice and Lack of Credentials:

Some individuals masquerade as qualified physiotherapists without the necessary credentials or licenses. Operating in unregulated settings, they put patients at risk by lacking the expertise to deliver safe and effective care. Patients must verify the credentials and registration status of physiotherapists to avoid falling prey to unqualified practitioners.

4. Pushing Unnecessary Products or Supplements:

Certain unethical practitioners use physiotherapy sessions as an opportunity to push health products or supplements onto patients. Exploiting their trust, they promote unnecessary items with dubious claims of miraculous benefits. Patients should be wary of such sales tactics and seek advice from reputable sources before purchasing any products.

5. Manipulating Medical Records:

To prolong treatment and maximize profits, fraudulent physiotherapists may falsify medical records or exaggerate patients' conditions. This unethical behavior not only compromises patient care but also obstructs accurate diagnosis and treatment planning by genuine healthcare professionals.

Protecting Yourself Against Physiotherapy Scams:

Research Thoroughly: Before seeking physiotherapy treatment, conduct thorough research on the credentials and reputation of the practitioner. Verify their qualifications, licenses, and any affiliations with recognized healthcare institutions.

Seek Recommendations: Reach out to trusted sources, such as friends, family, or primary care physicians, for recommendations on reputable physiotherapists.

Question Dubious Claims: Be skeptical of physiotherapists making extravagant promises or advocating for unproven treatments. Seek second opinions from qualified healthcare professionals if unsure.

Review Bills and Treatment Plans: Scrutinize billing statements and treatment plans carefully to ensure transparency and avoid overcharging or unnecessary procedures.

Report Suspected Fraud: If you suspect fraudulent practices or misconduct by a physiotherapist, report it to relevant authorities, such as state medical boards or consumer protection agencies.

In conclusion, while physiotherapy holds tremendous potential for improving patients' lives, it is imperative to remain vigilant against scams and fraud within the profession. By equipping oneself with knowledge, seeking recommendations from trusted sources, and advocating for transparency and accountability, patients can safeguard against deceptive practices and ensure access to quality care. Together, we can uphold the integrity of physiotherapy and protect the well-being of individuals across India.

Empowering Health: The Crucial Role of Physical Therapists in the USA

Hi,

In the realm of healthcare, physical therapists (PTs) are often overlooked despite their significant impact on countless lives across the United States. It's time to shed light on these dedicated professionals and advocate for the pivotal role they play in promoting wellness and restoring function.

Comprehensive Health Advocates:

Physical therapists go beyond rehabilitation and injury prevention; they are holistic healthcare advocates who prioritize overall well-being. By addressing the root causes of pain and dysfunction, they empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Tailored Care and Expertise:

A hallmark of physical therapy is its personalized approach to care. PTs assess each patient's unique needs, goals, and abilities, crafting treatment plans to optimize outcomes. This individualized attention fosters trust and collaboration, essential for achieving meaningful progress.

Enhancing Function and Independence:

Physical therapists work tirelessly to help patients regain mobility, strength, and flexibility, enabling them to perform daily activities with greater ease and confidence. Their goal is to maximize function and independence, whether it's recovering from surgery or managing chronic conditions.

Prioritizing Prevention:

In addition to rehabilitation, physical therapists prioritize prevention. Through education and proactive intervention, they identify risk factors and promote proper body mechanics to reduce the incidence of musculoskeletal problems and improve overall public health.

Advocating for Recognition and Support:

Despite their invaluable contributions, physical therapists face challenges such as reimbursement issues and limited access to care. It's essential to support policies that recognize the importance of physical therapy and ensure equitable access to these vital services for all individuals.

Join the Movement:

Let's celebrate the remarkable work of physical therapists and commit to advocating for their continued recognition and support. Whether you're a patient, healthcare provider, or policymaker, you can play a role in championing the essential role of physical therapy in promoting health and well-being.

In conclusion, physical therapists are not just healthcare providers; they are agents of change, promoting wellness, restoring function, and empowering individuals to live their best lives. Let's unite in advocating for their invaluable contributions and ensuring that everyone has access to the transformative care they provide.

RCI want to govern the Physios of India

henin recent time the government of India is showing keen interest in making rehabilitation council of India as a father to the physios of India. physphysios of the India already is declined that they are not in acceptance to work under RCI. they they just want to know by RCI is interested in physiotherapist. inin 1982 all itself and in 1992 physiotherapist of India have declined umbrella of RCI. a again RCI have start It's planning to take over the physiotherapist under it the rehabilitation is not the only thing physiotherapy start doing nowadays there are cardiovascular sports medicine which are very advanced because you are playing very crucial role in that if physical therapists go under RCI all these things will get demolished. in another recent time government of India also seems like our big RCI they have approved the plan of RCI to settle or established one university in Assam or northeast or regarding rehabilitation and they want our department of physiotherapist under this rehabilitation university. ophysiotherapist of India are not agree with this dec

ision and they are opposing this.

EYE CARE FOR COMPUTER AND MOBILE USERS

EYE CARE FOR COMPUTER AND MOBILE USERS:

Computer is the door to future in today's world. We spent most of the time in our office or work fields in front of the computer. Computer become the need of the hour. Internet world computer made our life very easy. Everything is on our finger tips now  On single click we can purchase and pay.

 Excess of everything is bad, the combination of fixed & constrained body postures bad ergonomics, work overload & unsuitable workstations and sitting arrangements can lead to health problems like chronic fatigue syndrome, aches & pain in neck, shoulders, forearm, wrist, hand, back. Which on chronic stage may include the more worsen symptoms like headache, blurred vision, dry eyes, irritated eyes, double vision, light sensitivity etc.

Eye and eyesight is the gift of the God So we should take care of this precious gift.

Given below are the simple changes which can ensure your eye health.

LIGHTING: Required  good illumination on working surfaces. Lower level illumination for general areas surrounding it.

EYE CARE TIPS:

Distance: Monitor should be more than 5 inches from the eyes.

Fonts and Background: Work with fonts of darker shades on light background.

Contact lenses: Contact lens users need to lubricate their eyes frequently.

Anti glare screen: Attach an anti-glare screen in front of your monitor.

Lighting solutions: Use suspended lights from ceiling & windows with curtains to avoid light hitting directly on eyes.

Break from work: Take short breaks for your eyes every 15-20 minutes between your work for 20-25 seconds & look 30-35 feet away.

Rest: Give proper rest to the eyes. Close your eyes for 20 seconds at least every half an hour.

Working at computers is not harmful to eyes, but make sure that proper care should be given to the eyes & You should have examination of your eyes at least once a year at good eye-care center.

Importance of  Good chair in eye care: 

Ergonomically a good chair is: Feet should rest on floor. Angle should be of 90 degrees at knee. Arm rest is desirable. Back must support the area from upper ridge of pelvis to shoulder blades. Curve in the back rest must support the hollow in the lower back.

Modi Ji we want Physiotherapy council of India

Kidney transplant racket at LH Hiranandani hospital

MUMBAI-Five doctor of LH Hiranandani hospital  including chief executive officer surjit chatterjee and medical  director Anurag Nail were arrested on Tuesday  evening  for alleged involvement in the kidney  transplant  racket unearthed at the trust run facility on July 14.

 This may be the first  time that senior doctor  at a large institute in the city have been arrested for unethical medical practices
With these arrests the police have so far  taken into custody 14 people  including a kidney  failure  patient  and his fake wife to date after these  14 six are associated with the hospital including a medical  social workers Nilesh kamble.

Select a good Physiotherapist for you

RECRUITMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPIST IN SPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA AT HEAD OFFICE, NEW DELHI AND LNCPE THRIUVANTHAPURAM (UNDER SAI)

Sports Authority of India

(Personnel Division)

JN SPORTS COMPLEX ( EAST GATE) LODHI ROAD NEW DELHI-110003

RECRUITMENT OF PHYSIOTHERAPIST IN SPORTS AUTHORITY OF

INDIA AT HEAD OFFICE, NEW DELHI AND LNCPE

THRIUVANTHAPURAM (UNDER SAI)

Sports Authority of India an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship, Youth Affairs and Sports and its Head office is at Jawaharlal Nehru Sports Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi-110003, invites applications from the eligible candidates for the post of Physiotherapist on Regular basis for the Head Office Delhi & LNCPE Thriuvanthapuram.

2.00The details of the posts and eligibility criteria are as under: -

Sl.	Posts	Number	Minimum		Pay Scale	Age	as on	Experience
No.		of Post.	Educational			30.09.2014
			Qualification
1	Physioth	03	Bachelor’s		Rs. 9300-	Maximum		03	Years
	erapist	(UR – 1	degree	in	34800 +	30	years	experience in
		&	Physiotherapy		GP 4200	relaxable		a	reputed
		OBC –	from	a		upto	10	Hospital
		2)	recognized			years in case
			university			of
						departmental
						candidates.

2.1ABOUT SAI

SAI is an autonomous organization under the Ministry of Skill Development,

Entrepreneurship, Youth Affairs and Sports registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860, with the mandate of development and promotion of Sports in the country. SAI’s main object today is to achieve excellence in Sports and train & prepare sportspersons to participate in international competitions. It has international standard sports infrastructure spread across the country along with trained coaches to achieve its objectives.

3.0DETAILS OF THE POST

3.1Director General is the Principal Executive Officer and Secretary is the Principal Secretary of the Society, both of them are appointed by the Government of India.

3.2The post of Physiotherapist is the entry level which is Group ‘B’ in SAI and the place of posting is in SAI, HO of Delhi & LNCPE Thrivanthapuram. However, if needed the candidates may be posted in anywhere in India.

3.3The vacancy shall be filled up as per the vacancy position indicated above.

3.4Allowances and other benefits: The candidates recruited shall be entitled for Dearness Allowance, House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, Leave, Medical Benefits, etc., as per Central Government Rules.

4.0RELAXATION IN AGE LIMIT

(a)Up-to a maximum of 10 years in case of departmental candidates.

(b)Up-to a maximum of 05 years in the case of SC/ ST candidates.

(c)Up-to a maximum of 03 years in the case of OBC candidates.

(d)Up-to 05 years for persons who had ordinarily been domiciled in the State of Jammu and Kashmir during 01.01.80 to 31.12.89.

(e)Up-to a maximum of 03 years in the case of Defence Services personnel disabled in the operations during hostilities with any foreign country or in a disturbed area and released as a consequence thereof.

(f)Up-to a maximum of 05 years in the case of ex-servicemen including Commissioned Officers and ECOs/SSCOs who have rendered at least 05 years Military Service as on May 01, 2011 and have been released (i) on completion of assignment (including those whose assignment is due to be completed by May 01, 2011) otherwise then by way of dismissal or discharge on account of misconduct or inefficiency, or (ii) on account of physical disability attributable to Military Service, or (iii) on invalidment.

(g)Up-to a maximum of 05 years in the case of ECOs/SSCOs who have completed an initial period of assignment of five years Military Service as on May 01, 2011 and whose assignment has been extended beyond five years and in whose case the Ministry of Defence issues a certificate that they can apply for civil employment and that they will be released on three months’ notice on selection from the date of receipt of offer of appointment.

(h)Up-to a maximum of 05 years for employees working in Government Organizations.

(i)Up-to a maximum of 10 years in the case of SC/ST candidates serving as Govt. employees in accordance with the Govt. of India instructions. An applicant claiming age relaxation under this para should produce a certificate from his/her employer to the effect that he/ she is a Govt. servant as on the date of advertisement.

(j)Up-to a maximum of 10 years in the case of Physically Challenged candidates.

5.0The date of birth accepted by the Commission is that entered in the Matriculation or Secondary School Leaving Certificate or in a certificate recognized by an Indian University as equivalent to Matriculation or in an extract from a Register of Matriculates maintained by a University, which extract must be certified by the proper authority of the University or in the Higher Secondary or an equivalent examination certificate.

These certificates are required to be submitted at the time of applying. No other document relating to age like horoscopes, affidavits, birth extracts from Municipal Corporation, service records and the like will be accepted. The expression Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate in this part of the instruction includes the alternative certificates mentioned above.

5.1Candidates belonging to the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes and the Other Backward Classes who are also covered under any other clauses of para 5.0 above, viz., those coming under the category of Ex-servicemen, persons domiciled in the State of J & K, physically challenged etc. will be eligible for grant of cumulativeage-relaxation under both the categories.

5.2The term ex-servicemen will apply to the persons who are defined as ex-servicemenin the Ex-servicemen (Re-employment in Civil Services and Posts) Rules, 1979, as amended from time to time.

5.3The age concession will not be admissible to Ex-Servicemen and Commissioned Officers including ECOs/SSCOs who are released on own request.

5.4Candidates should note that only the Date of Birth as recorded in the Matriculation/Secondary Examination Certificate or an equivalent certificate as on the date of submission of applications will be accepted and no subsequent request for its change will be considered or granted.

5.7The candidate should exercise due care while entering their date of birth in column 3 of the Application. If on verification at any subsequent stage, any variation is found in their date of birth from the one entered in their matriculation or equivalent Examination certificate, disciplinary action will be taken against them.

6.0SELECTION PROCESS

6.1A merit list would be prepared amongst those who apply and fulfill the eligibility criteria on the basis of marks secured during the personal interaction/ interview by the selection board members.

7.0APPLICATION FEE (Non-refundable)

Candidates will have to pay along with his application a non-refundable application fee of Rs. 500/- by Demand Draft only in favour of ‘SECRETARY, SPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA’ payable at New Delhi.

Important:

The Candidates must check the following on the Bank Draft before dispatch of the application form:

-Date of Issue must be correct on the Draft

-Signature of bank Authorities

-Address of the Issuing Bank with Branch code

-Draft Amount in words and figures are correct

-Draft must be in favour of ‘SECRETARY, SPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA’ payable at ‘New Delhi’

-Bank Draft is valid for 06 (Six) months

-Please write Name, Father’s Name, DOB and Contact phone number on the back side of Demand Draft

-

-Mutilated/incorrect drafts enclosed with application form are liable to be treated as rejected application.

Application once submitted will not be allowed to be withdrawn and the application fee once paid will not be refunded under any circumstances nor will it be held in reserve for future recruitment.

The SAI will not accept fee sent through IPO/Money Order/Crossed Cheque/Currency Note or the Treasury Challans etc. and such applications will be treated as having been received without fee.

8.0FEE EXEMPTION

No fee is required to be paid by woman candidates/SC,ST candidates.

9.0HOW TO APPLY

9.1Candidates satisfying all the conditions of eligibility shall submit their Application in the format given in the annexure which shall be either hand-written in bold capitals or typewritten on A-4 size paper only. The copy of proof of age,

qualification, experience, caste, mark-sheet of Board/ University etc, must be enclosed along with the application form. The candidates can also download the application format from the websites of SAI i.e., www.sportsauthorityofindia.nic.in

9.2Candidates who are working in Central/State Government/Autonomous Organizations should apply through proper channel along with a certificate of vigilance clearance from the competent authority. However, to avoid delay, an advance copy of the application form, complete in all respects, along with the requisite fee, should be submitted by the last date.

10.0LAST DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS

10.1Last date for receipt of application form complete in all aspects together with demand draft towards application fees of Rs. 500/- is 01st December, 2014. Application forms, complete in all respects, with enclosures, should be sent in a closed cover with a superscription on the cover “Application for the Post of Physiotherapist” at the following address:

Director (Personnel)

Sports Authority of India

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium (East Gate)

2nd Floor, Lodhi Road,

New Delhi-110 003.

10.2All Applications must reach at the aforesaid address either by hand or by

Post/Speed

Post or by Courier, on or before the 01st December, 2014.

10.3In respect of applications received only by post (by post/speed post) from the

candidates	residing in Assam,	Meghalaya,	Arunachal	Pradesh,	Mizoram,
Manipur, Nagaland, Tripura, Sikkim, Jammu			& Kashmir, Lahaul		and Spiti
District and Pangi Sub-Division of		Chamba District of		Himachal	Pradesh,

Andaman and Nicobar Islands or Lakshadweep or abroad, the last date for receipt of applications is 15th December, 2014 till 5 P.M. only. The benefit of extended time

will be available only in respect of applications received by Post/ Speed Post from the above mentioned areas/regions. In the case of applications received by hand or through courier service, benefit of extended time will not be available regardless of the place of residence of the applicant. Candidates who are claiming the benefit of extended time should clearly indicate in column 12 of the Application Form, the area code of the particular area or region (e.g. Assam, Meghalaya, J&K etc.) where they are residing. In case they fail to do so, the benefit of extended time will not be allowed to them.

10.4Candidates should clearly note that SAI will in no case be responsible for non-receiptof their application or any delay in receipt thereof on any account whatsoever. No application received after the prescribed last date will be entertained under any circumstances and all the late applications will be summarily rejected. They should therefore, ensure that their applications reach the SAI Office on or before the prescribed last date.

10.5Candidates can also deliver their applications personally at the address mentioned at para 10.1against proper acknowledgement. SAI will not be responsible for the applications delivered to any other functionary of SAI.

10.6The candidates should note that applications will be received by hand only one at a time at the address mentioned at para 10.1, and not in bulk, till 5 PM only.

10.7Applications received through Couriers or Courier Services of any type shall be treated as having been received "By hand.”

11.0ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF APPLICATIONS:

Immediately on receipt of an application from a candidate, an Acknowledgement as indicated in application form will be dispatched to him/her by SAI duly stamped in token of receipt of his/her Application. If a candidate does not receive the Acknowledgement within 30 days, he/she should at once contact by quoting his/her Demand Draft Number. Candidates delivering the Application Form in person at SAI office will be issued Acknowledgement at the office itself. The mere fact that a candidate’s application has been acknowledged by SAI would not mean that his/her candidature for the post has been accepted.

12.0GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

a)Candidates should ascertain, before applying, that they satisfy all the eligibility conditions as stipulated in the advertisement. Candidates, who do not satisfy the eligibility conditions, will be liable to be disqualified at any stage of recruitment/selection.

b)The envelope containing the application must be superscripted in bold letters on top as “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF PHYSIOTHERAPIST”.

c)Application Form not in the prescribed format or incomplete / unsigned or received without the Demand Draft for application fee (wherever applicable), copy of Age Certificate, qualification, experience., copy of mark-sheet of Board/ University shall not be considered and are liable to be rejected.

d)Decision of the SAI in all matters regarding eligibility, selection and posting would be final and binding on all candidates. No representation or correspondence will be entertained by SAI in this regard.

e)CANVASSING IN ANY FORM WILL BE A DISQUALIFICATION.

Director (Personnel)

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SPORTS AUTHORITY OF INDIA

( FORMAT OF APPLICATION )

Important Notes: (i) Before filling this form, read the instructions carefully. (ii) All entries should be made in CAPITAL LETTERS. (iii) The Application to be made strictly in the following format and to be filled in ENGLISH Language only.

1.Candidate's Name (IN CAPITAL LETTERS) (please keep one box blank between name, middle name & surname)

2.Father's/Husband's Name (IN CAPITAL LETTERS) (please keep one box blank between name, middle name & surname)

3.

Date of Birth:

4.

Age as on --------

DAY

MONTH

YEAR

YEAR

MONTH DAYS

5.

Are you SAI Regular Employee [Write: Yes/No]

6. Gender (tick ( )

NO

Male

Female

YES

07.Category (Please mark ( ) tick

GEN OBC SC ST

09.

Post Applied

Physiotherapist

8.Sub-Category (Physically Challenged) / Ex

Serviceman / J & K/Govt./Any other

	Please mark ( ) tick
Visually	Deaf	Loco			Ex-
Challenged	&	motor/			Serviceman	Any other
	Dumb	Ortho.			(Self)/ J &
					K / Govt.

10.

Do you fulfill the eligibility criteria as per the

Advertisement [Yes/No]

11.Educational Qualification (Attested copy of certificate starting from 10th level should be attached)

S.	Qualification	Board/ Inst./Uni	Marks	Total Marks	Subject
No			Obtained

12 Candidate's Address for communication (IN CAPITAL LETTERS)

Name	:
Father’s Name	:
Address	:
District	:
State	:	Pin Code:
Contact : Tel. No.		Mobile No.:

Please affix one recent passport size Photographwithout attestation

13. Particulars of Demand Draft (if applicable)

DD.No.	Date	Name of Bank	Branch Address	Branch Code	Amount
					(Rs.)

Candidates Name, Father’s name, address, telephone number, date of birth and category should be written on the reverse side of the Demand Draft

14.Experience (Attested copy should be attached)

Designation & Scale	Name of Office	From	To	Total
of Pay				Experience

15.Permanent Address

Address	:
			Please affix one
	:		recent passport size
			attested Photograph
District	:
State	:
Pin Code:	:

DECLARATION

I hereby declare that all statements made in this application are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that in the event of any information being found false or incorrect or not satisfying the prescribed eligibility criteria for the post applied for, my candidature is liable to be cancelled / rejected at any stage of selection.

Place:
Date:	(Signature of the Applicant)

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

1.An application form along with Demand Draft No. _____________ dated _____________ for Rs. 500/- has been received on _________________ from Mr./Ms.__________________________.

2.The contents have not been verified.

PA to Director (Personnel),

Sports Authority of India