Karachi – As part of the post-conference activities of the 7th International Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Conference 2024, a specialized workshop titled “Achieving Optimal Balance and Posture: A Comprehensive Clinical Guide” was held on November 12, 2024, at the Sindh Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (SIPM&R) in Karachi. The workshop aimed to raise awareness about the critical role that balance and posture play in maintaining physical health and overall well-being.
The session, led by esteemed facilitators Mrs. Urooj Muzammil and Mr. Waqar Ahmed Siddiqui, provided an in-depth exploration of the connection between balance, posture, and functional movement. It offered attendees, including healthcare professionals and rehabilitation specialists, an opportunity to gain valuable insights into the science of balance and posture, as well as practical strategies for improving these aspects of physical health.
Key Highlights of the Workshop:
1. Understanding Balance and Posture: The session began with a detailed explanation of the physiological and biomechanical principles behind balance and posture, laying the foundation for the rest of the discussions.
2. Assessment Techniques: Participants were trained in how to identify and assess imbalances in posture and balance, with a focus on creating personalized evaluation frameworks for clinical practice.
3. Clinical Relevance: The workshop explored how balance and posture impact patients across different clinical populations, including those with orthopedic, neurological, and geriatric conditions.
4. Evidence-Based Approaches: Attendees were introduced to a range of evidence-based exercises and treatment strategies, including manual therapy, targeted exercises, and patient education, to help improve balance and posture in clinical settings.
This workshop is part of a larger effort to promote the importance of rehabilitation in everyday life, particularly in a country where awareness about the benefits of rehabilitation is still developing. As part of the post-conference initiatives, the event contributed significantly to spreading knowledge on how maintaining optimal posture and balance can positively affect physical health, improve mobility, and prevent long-term physical ailments.
The 7th International Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Conference 2024, organized in Karachi, continues to be an important platform for advancing rehabilitation education and fostering professional development in the field of physical medicine.
