Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences Marks National PMR Day with the Theme: "Prevent Disability Before It Happens"

By Prem Kumar Sat, 5 Jul 2025

Lucknow Desk (R. L. Pandey): The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) at Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences (DrRMLIMS), Lucknow, commemorated National PMR Day with a strong message of early intervention and disability prevention. The theme, “Prevent Disability Before It Happens,” emphasized the importance of awareness and timely rehabilitation in minimizing the risk and impact of disabilities.

Awareness Through Engagement

The day featured several activities, including disability awareness and sensitization sessions, and a poster drawing competition. These initiatives saw active participation from patients, their families, and staff members. The goal was to spread knowledge about how early and appropriate rehabilitative measures can prevent long-term disability and promote greater independence.

Poster Drawing Competition – Winners Announced

Patient Category:

First: Ms. Jyoti Sahu
Second: Mr. Ugrasen
Third: Ms. Khushiyali

Staff Category:

First: Ms. Saraswati
Second: Ms. Upasana
Third: Ms. Harshita

Expert Insight on Prevention

Chief Guest Dr. A.K. Singh, former CMS and Head of Neurology at DrRMLIMS, addressed the gathering. He emphasized the vital role of preventive care and early rehabilitation, sharing practical advice like managing blood pressure and blood sugar levels, using helmets and seat belts, and adopting healthier lifestyle habits. According to him, such measures can significantly reduce disability risks and improve long-term patient outcomes.

Departmental Milestone

Prof. V.S. Gogia, Head of the PMR Department, shared an important update — the department has now been allocated its own Operation Theatre (OT). This development, supported by Director Prof. C.M. Singh, will enable the PMR team to perform specialized surgeries directly within the department. This is expected to greatly benefit patients with conditions like post-polio residual paralysis, cerebral palsy, and clubfoot, by making corrective surgeries more accessible and streamlined.

Collaborative Effort

The event was organized under the dynamic leadership of Prof. V.S. Gogia and coordinated by Dr. Yesh Veer Singh, Associate Professor, PMR, with enthusiastic support from senior and junior residents, staff, patients, and their families. The celebration reinforced the department’s dedication to early diagnosis, patient-focused care, and disability prevention.

Contact Information

For further information, individuals can reach out to:
Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR)
Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow
Phone: 0522-6692127

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