Bhubaneshwar: Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar commemorated World Physiotherapy Day 2025 with a high-impact event themed around “Healthy Ageing,” aligning with the global focus on the role of physiotherapy in promoting strength, balance, and mobility in older adults. The celebration featured the seventh edition of the Continuous Physiotherapy Education (C.P.E) 7.0 series, attracting more than 100 physiotherapy professionals from across Odisha.
The event was inaugurated with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony graced by the presence of Dr. Sunil Dash, Senior Consultant & Director – Orthopaedics, Dr. Sidhartha Mishra, Unit Head & Medical Superintendent; Mr. Bejoy Changarath, Unit Head – Sales & Marketing; Mr. Douglas Eagar, Technical Director of the JSW / Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) and Head of the High-Performance Center at Kalinga Stadium; Dr. P. P. Mohanty, Director of SVNIRTAR;, reflecting the hospital’s unified commitment to holistic healthcare and the promotion of physiotherapy as a cornerstone of healthy ageing.
The theme for World Physiotherapy Day 2025, observed on 8 September —“Healthy Ageing”—focuses on how physiotherapy helps prevent frailty and falls, while promoting strength, balance, and mobility in ageing populations. The event served as a platform to create awareness around proactive physical activity and rehabilitation strategies that help individuals stay active, independent, and pain-free, as they grow older. With India witnessing a steady rise in its ageing population, the message resonated deeply with both clinicians and participants.
Mr. Douglas Eagar spoke on the importance of physiotherapy in elite sports training and long-term athlete care. His presence added international depth to the occasion.
A special address by Dr. P P Mohanty, Director of SVNIRTAR, highlighted the broader impact of physiotherapy on public health. “Efforts like these are vital to raising awareness about the role of physical rehabilitation in preserving mobility and independence,” noted Dr. Mohanty.
Dr. Saktimaya Mahapatra, Cluster Director, Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar, emphasized the critical role of physiotherapists in today’s healthcare landscape, saying, “Physiotherapy is not just treatment—it is a vital part of lifelong recovery and wellness. Physiotherapists support patients through every stage—from prevention and diagnosis to rehabilitation—ensuring mobility, function, and dignity at every age.”
The event was organized by the Department of Physiotherapy & Rehabilitation at Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar. The institute provides care to over 200 patients daily, offering specialized services in orthopaedics, neurology, oncology, cardiology and sports rehabilitation with advanced equipment.
The observance of World Physiotherapy Day 2025 reaffirmed Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar’s commitment to advancing physiotherapy education and care, with a strong focus on enabling healthier, more independent lives through movement.
