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Dr. Rushikesh Ravindra Pol, MPT (Sports Physiotherapy) is an Indian Sports Physiotherapist, clinician, educator, and healthcare leader specializing in sports rehabilitation, athletic performance, injury prevention, and evidence-based musculoskeletal physiotherapy. With experience across professional football, kabaddi, and competitive sports, he has worked with athletes at state and national levels, contributing to injury management, rehabilitation, and return-to-play programs. He is the Founder and President of the Ignited Humanitarian Organization (IHO), a non-profit initiative committed to advancing healthcare education, emergency preparedness, and community service. Through his academic and humanitarian initiatives, Dr. Pol has trained more than 5,000 healthcare professionals, students, and volunteers in CPR, first aid, disaster management, and emergency response, promoting practical lifesaving skills across diverse communities. Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Pol is an active academic organizer and speaker who has led national and international certification programs, workshops, and professional development initiatives for physiotherapists and healthcare professionals. His areas of expertise include sports taping, sports rehabilitation, manual therapy, return-to-play strategies, exercise prescription, and functional performance optimization. He is passionate about translating contemporary research into practical clinical solutions that improve patient outcomes and athlete performance. Recognized for his engaging teaching style and hands-on approach, Dr. Pol is dedicated to empowering healthcare professionals with clinically relevant, evidence-informed knowledge. His vision is to foster innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and excellence in rehabilitation while contributing to the global advancement of physiotherapy education and sports medicine.
Dr. Azhar M. Shaikh Director & Founder Detox Clinic – Alternative & Integrative Medicine Research Centre Dr. Azhar M. Shaikh is a dedicated healthcare professional specializing in Orthopaedic Rehabilitation, Sports Therapy, Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Care, and Integrative Medicine. With extensive clinical experience, he is committed to providing evidence-informed, patient-centered care that combines conventional rehabilitation with complementary therapeutic approaches. As an International Cupping (Hijama) Therapist and certified Chiropractor (CMT, Pune), Dr. Shaikh offers comprehensive treatment for musculoskeletal disorders, sports injuries, spinal conditions, chronic pain, and functional rehabilitation. He is also the Founder of the International Hijama Academy, where he conducts professional International Hijama (Cupping Therapy) Certificate and Diploma Programs, training healthcare professionals through structured theoretical and hands-on practical education in modern cupping therapy. Areas of Expertise: * Orthopaedic Rehabilitation * Sports Injury Management * Physical Therapy & Manual Therapy * Chiropractic Care * Hijama (Wet Cupping) Therapy * Integrative & Alternative Medicine * International Hijama Education & Professional Training Mission: To advance integrative healthcare by delivering high-quality, ethical, and evidence-informed treatment while empowering healthcare professionals through world-class education and clinical training in cupping therapy and
Sports Physiotherapist | 5+ years of experience | Pelvic Floor Rehab Therapist | CAPES | Diversified Cupping Therapist | Founder of MS Physio Care & Sports Performance Centre
Dr Samana Sayed (MPT, MPT, CMT, CDNT, D.ACU, CVMT) Director and Cofounder - You360 Healthcare and Academy (Mumbai & Dubai) Sr. Cons Physiotherapist - EG clinic - Dubai Hon. Professor - National University Of MS, Spain & USA DHA licensed Certified Cardiopulmonary Rehab & Met. Disorders Therapist & Educator - Singapore Global Educator - 17 countries Author & Researcher 50+ International and National Award winner ( Work Exp in Singapore, Africa, UAE & India) Have conducted 400+ courses globally till date in 17+ countries and taught 35k+ healthcare workers across the globe. Have treated 17k+ patients till date in the same field by heading 4 Physiotherapy centres in India and UAE.
Pole Fitness Instructor, Athlete and studio owner with 15 years of experience, teaching, forming instructors and competing at an elite level internationally.
I am a specialist women’s health physiotherapist with a passion for education. I teach physiotherapists and rehabilitation professionals in the assessment and management of pregnancy-related musculoskeletal conditions, pelvic floor dysfunction, and gynaecological conditions such as incontinence, prolapse, and pelvic pain. My goal is to equip clinicians with practical, evidence-based skills to improve women’s quality of life.
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