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== Name  ==


Vidya V Acharya<br>
== About Me ==
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I'm Vidya V Acharya from Mumbai, India, and I have a Master's degree in Neuro-physiotherapy. I have experience of working in neuro-rehab units in prestigious hospitals in Mumbai, and as an assistant lecturer in a physiotherapy institute. After moving overseas to care for my young family, I took a break from clinical practice. 


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I joined the Volunteer Content  Team in  April 2018. My initial responsibilities included creating, reviewing, and updating pages. My role at Physiopedia has evolved since then. I was in charge of updating the Physiopedia pages with the latest research from the [https://www.physiospot.com/2018/03/08/did-you-know-that-you-could-get-the-latest-research-delivered-to-your-inbox-each-month/ Latest Specialities newsletter], [https://www.physiospot.com/2022/03/21/pelvic-floor-muscle-training-is-effective-at-reducing-urinary-incontinence-for-women/ Physiospot-research articles] and recent literature related to the [https://www.physiospot.com/2019/02/11/topic-of-the-month-rehabilitation-foundations/ Topic of the Month]. 


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My current role is Assistant Content Manager for Volunteer Engagement. My responsibilities are assisting the Content Manager, engaging the Volunteer Content Team, reviewing volunteers' work, supervising Rotation and Orientation programs, maintaining and monitoring the website, and helping with Content Development Projects.


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'''Physiopedia Superstar – outstanding contributions by an individual.'''
 
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My name is Vidya V Acharya. I am a physiotherapist with a post-graduation in Neuro-physiotherapy.<br>


== Education  ==
== Education  ==
Masters of Physiotherapy in Neuro-physiotherapy, (University of Mumbai)


Masters of Physiotherapy in Neurophysiotherapy field from Seth G.S .Medical College & King Edward Memorial Hospital,Mumbai.(University of Mumbai).
Bachelor of Physiotherapy, (University of Pune)
 
== Professional Affiliations  ==


Bachelor of Physiotherapy from College of Physiotherapy,Pune.(University of Pune). 
Member of Indian Association of Physiotherapists.<br> 
== Publications  ==


== Workshops & Courses  ==
To Study the Effect of Mental Practice on One Leg Standing Balance in the Elderly Population, printed in Physiotherapy, The Journal of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists-April 2006, Vol.2-Issue:1. Also published online here: [https://www.i-scholar.in/index.php/ijpot/article/view/42050 Indian Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy - An International Journal-2013, Vol.7-Issue: 1]
Participated actively in the conference and specialty courses “Asia-Pacific Childhood Disability Update, APCDU 2005”, Mumbai'''.'''


Completed 8 contact hrs. continuing education program on “Treatment of the Shoulder Girdle for Dynamic Stability, Postural control and Functional Outcomes” by Gail Ritchie-OTR at APCDU 2005, Mumbai.
In addition, I presented the research paper for this study at the 44th Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists in Ahmedabad, India, in January 2006 and was awarded the ''second-best paper prize''.
== Activities & interests  ==
Nature and music are the two things I enjoy the most. I enjoy playing the piano and going for walks every evening to watch the sunset. Aside from that, I enjoy educating those around me and in my community about the importance of movement in maintaining mobility and health. I've written articles about it. You can find it [https://www.physiospot.com/opinion/vidyas-justkeepmoving/ here]. Also, see [https://medium.com/@vidya.acharya21/applying-body-alignment-techniques-to-improve-standing-posture-67ea57d86c5c here].  


Participated in the Medical Educational Technology Cell workshop: The art of Teaching medical students at Seth G.S. Medical College & K.E.M Hospital, Mumbai - March & Sept 2004.
== Contributions ==
Pages created:


Participated in the course on “Mechanical Dysfunctions of the Pelvic Girdle” by Dr. Snigdha Mehta-P.T.''',''' Mumbai - Dec 2003.
* [[Return to Work]]


Attended course on “Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation” at Sir H.N. Hospital, Mumbai - Oct 2003.
*[[Episiotomy]]
*[[Antiretrovirals and HIV]]
*[[Promoting Health and Wellness]]
*[[Infrared Therapy]]
*[[Clonus of the Ankle Test]] ‎
*[[Inverted Supinator Test]] 
*[[Clinical Frailty Scale]]
*[[Rehabilitation Global Needs]] ([[Understanding Rehabilitation Content Development Project]])
*[[Rehabilitation Governance]] ([[Understanding Rehabilitation Content Development Project|Understanding Rehabilitation Content Development Project)]]
*[[Canine Hindlimb Anatomy]]
*[[Contracture Management in Spinal Cord Injury]]
*[[Skin]]


Attended 12 contact hrs. each in the course: NH/IAP-MMI workshop on “Lumbo – Pelvic / Cervico-Shoulder Complex” - Jan 2002.
* [[Smith's Fracture]]


Attended workshop on “Taping of peripheral joints” by Dr. Shyam Chabria-P.T, at Ruby Hospital, Pune - Jan 2002.
* [[Cancer Pain]]


Attended 40 hrs. courses on '''“'''Introduction to Neurodevelopmental Treatment” by Dr. Asha Chitins-P.T.''',''' Oct 2001.
* [[Bradycardia]]


== Professional Affiliations  ==
* [[Heart Arrhythmias: Assessment]]


'''Worked as:''' 
* [[Cultural Competence and Access to Healthcare for Displaced Persons|Cultural Competence and Access to Healthcare for Displaced Persons (]][[PREP Content Development Project]])


Physiotherapist (pediatric and adult neuro-rehabilitation) at Bombay Hospital.
* [[Blood Flow Restriction Training]]


Junior Physiotherapist at Jaslok Hospital.
* [[Multidisciplinary approach to mental health issues, how a physiotherapist fits into the team]]


Assistant Lecturer at Dr D.Y.Patil College of Physiotherapy. 
* [[Microbiome and Movement]]


'''Organisation:''' 
* [[Brief Interventions for Physical Activity|Brief Interventions for Physical Activity (]][[Physical Activity Content Development Project]])


Member of Indian Association of Physiotherapists.<br> 
* [[Adductor Magnus]]
== Publications<br>  ==


The paper “'''To study the effect of mental practice on one leg standing balance in elderly population”''' is published in the journal Physiotherapy,The Journal of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists-April 2006,Vol.2-Issue:1 and in Indian Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy - An International Journal-2013, Vol.7-Issue: 1
* [[Wheelchair Preparation]] [[Wheelchair Service Provision Content Development Project|(Wheelchair Service Provision Content Development Project)]]


Also presented the '''scientific paper on this study in the 44<sup>th</sup> Annual Conference of Indian Association of Physiotherapists- January 2006,''' held at Ahmedabad, India and received '''2<sup>nd</sup> best paper prize.'''<br>
== Where you can find me  ==


== Where you can find me<br>  ==
[https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidya-acharya-a7969a117/ LinkedIn]


https://www.linkedin.com/in/vidya-acharya-a7969a117/<br>
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Latest revision as of 21:51, 9 November 2023

About Me[edit | edit source]

I'm Vidya V Acharya from Mumbai, India, and I have a Master's degree in Neuro-physiotherapy. I have experience of working in neuro-rehab units in prestigious hospitals in Mumbai, and as an assistant lecturer in a physiotherapy institute. After moving overseas to care for my young family, I took a break from clinical practice.

I joined the Volunteer Content Team in April 2018. My initial responsibilities included creating, reviewing, and updating pages. My role at Physiopedia has evolved since then. I was in charge of updating the Physiopedia pages with the latest research from the Latest Specialities newsletter, Physiospot-research articles and recent literature related to the Topic of the Month.

My current role is Assistant Content Manager for Volunteer Engagement. My responsibilities are assisting the Content Manager, engaging the Volunteer Content Team, reviewing volunteers' work, supervising Rotation and Orientation programs, maintaining and monitoring the website, and helping with Content Development Projects.

Physiopedia Awards[edit | edit source]

Annual Award Recipients (2022-23):

Outstanding Leadership - the individual that demonstrates great leadership as any part of the Physiopedia project.

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Annual Award Recipients (2020-21):

Physiopedia Superstar – outstanding contributions by an individual.

Contributor Badges[edit | edit source]

Top Contributor for December (2020)

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Volunteer Badges[edit | edit source]

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Education[edit | edit source]

Masters of Physiotherapy in Neuro-physiotherapy, (University of Mumbai)

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, (University of Pune)

Professional Affiliations[edit | edit source]

Member of Indian Association of Physiotherapists.
 

Publications[edit | edit source]

To Study the Effect of Mental Practice on One Leg Standing Balance in the Elderly Population, printed in Physiotherapy, The Journal of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists-April 2006, Vol.2-Issue:1. Also published online here: Indian Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy - An International Journal-2013, Vol.7-Issue: 1

In addition, I presented the research paper for this study at the 44th Annual Conference of the Indian Association of Physiotherapists in Ahmedabad, India, in January 2006 and was awarded the second-best paper prize.

Activities & interests[edit | edit source]

Nature and music are the two things I enjoy the most. I enjoy playing the piano and going for walks every evening to watch the sunset. Aside from that, I enjoy educating those around me and in my community about the importance of movement in maintaining mobility and health. I've written articles about it. You can find it here. Also, see here.

Contributions[edit | edit source]

Pages created:

Where you can find me[edit | edit source]

LinkedIn


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