Overview

Smitha Aravind is a Neurological Physiotherapist with over 12 years of clinical experience. She completed her postgraduate studies in Neurological Physiotherapy with first rank from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, in 2011. Her extensive career includes six years at Badr Al Samma Hospital, Sultanate of Oman, and significant contributions to a geriatric rehabilitation project at Government Homoeo Hospital, Alappuzha.

Education

• BPT: School of Medical Education, Gandhinagar, Kottayam; Mahatma Gandhi University, 2008

• MPT in Neurological Physiotherapy: School of Medical Education, Gandhinagar, Kottayam; Mahatma Gandhi University, 2011

Training

• Newborn Screening and Early Detection of Developmental Delay

• Multidisciplinary Approaches to the Management of Pediatric Disabilities

• Neuro Developmental Therapy and Motor Relearning Program for Stroke Rehabilitation

• Diabetic Foot Management

• Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders

• Manual Therapy

• Ergonomics

• Clinical Taping Techniques

Areas of Interest

• Neuro Rehabilitation

• Geriatric Rehabilitation

• Pain Management

Smitha Aravind is highly skilled in the comprehensive assessment and evidence-based rehabilitation of neurological conditions, including stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy, and peripheral nerve lesions. Her commitment to advancing neurological physiotherapy through continuous learning and clinical practice has made her an expert in her field.