Dr. Sandeep Puri New Medical Director at RG Hospitals

AK Shalu On Sunday 6th September 2026 at 19:23 Dr. Sandeep Puri Now S Medical Director 

Dr. Puri is the former Principal of DMCH Ludhiana

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Veteran physician brings over three decades of experience in medicine, medical education and hospital administration

Renowned physician, medical academician and administrator Dr. Sandeep Puri has taken charge as the Medical Director of RG Hospitals, Ludhiana. With over three decades of experience in clinical medicine, medical education, research and hospital administration, Dr. Puri brings extensive expertise to his new role.

Dr. Puri is the former Principal of Dayanand Medical College & Hospital (DMCH), Ludhiana. An alumnus of DMCH, he completed his MD in Medicine from the institution and joined its faculty in 1992.

During his distinguished career at DMCH, he served as Medical Superintendent from 2001 to 2014, Head of the Department of Medicine from 2005 to 2014, and Principal from December 2014 to February 2024.

Dr. Puri has made significant contributions to medical education and research. He has 64 research publications to his credit and has led seven multinational clinical trials. He also served as the Editor of API Medicine Update 2014 and was the Organizing Chairman of APICON 2014 and IACMCON 2015.

In 2002, he received specialized training in Rheumatology at AIIMS, New Delhi.

For his contributions to medical education, research and healthcare, Dr. Puri has received several prestigious honours, including Fellowships of ICP, IACM and IMMSA, membership of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS), the Rabindranath Tagore Oration at APICON 2017, and the Best Teacher Award at DMCH.

Beyond his professional achievements, Dr. Puri has also been actively involved in social initiatives, particularly promoting voluntary blood donation. He has himself donated blood more than 90 times.

Welcoming Dr. Puri to RG Hospitals, the hospital management said that his extensive clinical, academic and administrative experience would further strengthen the institution's focus on quality patient care, clinical excellence and ethical medical practices.

The management expressed confidence that Dr. Puri's experience and leadership would contribute significantly to strengthening the hospital's healthcare services and further enhancing the quality of care provided to patients.

RK Fitness and Slimming Studio organized special event

 25th February 2024 at19:05 AKAS WA 

Free medical check up and blood donation camp 

Ludhiana: 25th February 2024: (Media Link//Ludhiana Screen Desk //Panjab Screen)::

The new construction of a new and healthy society on Ludhiana's Threeke Sua Road has been taking place for many years. There is a young class being built which is away from evil like intoxication. For this purpose, RK Fitness and Slimming Studio also organized a free medical examination and blood donation camp on its campus today. By doing so, a commendable step has been taken towards community health. The program saw the active support of eminent medical professionals and volunteers dedicated to promoting health and well-being. The presence of renowned experts in this medical examination camp was notable.

RK Fitness and Slimming Studio took a commendable step towards community health today by organizing a free medical checkup and blood donation camp at their premises on Threeke Sua Road. The event witnessed a collaboration of esteemed medical professionals and volunteers dedicated to promoting health and well-being.

The medical checkup camp was graced by the presence of renowned specialists:

58 women patients were examined by Dr. Arti Gupta Tuli Gynecologist and Senior Consultant at Fortis Hospital, Mall Road, Ludhiana.

Dr. Amit Tuli, Senior Consultant Urology Dept, Aykai Hospital, Ludhiana  examined 28 patients with different problems.

80 cardio patients were examined by Dr. Manav Wadhera, Associate Consultant in Non-Invasive Cardiology at Fortis Hospital, Mall Road, Ludhiana 

Dr. Dhinakaran, Physiotherapist from Tarusri Physiotherapy Clinic. and Dr Mullai also from Tarusri Physiotherapy Clinic examined 57 patients with different health issues.

Additionally, a blood donation camp was organized in collaboration with Waheguru Blood Donation NGO, aiming to replenish the blood banks and save lives. 20 units blood were Collected during Camp.

The event garnered overwhelming support from the community, with a significant number of units of blood collected during the camp, reflecting the altruistic spirit and solidarity of the residents towards this noble cause.

Dr Amarjeet Kaur, Head RK Fitness and Slimming Studio extends its heartfelt gratitude to all the participants, volunteers, and medical professionals who contributed to making this initiative a resounding success. Such endeavors underscore the importance of collective efforts in fostering a healthier and more compassionate society.

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There is one amputation every ten minutes-Dr. Luv

Saturday 5th August 2023 at 13:36

Main causes of amputation are diabetic feet, gangrene

Ludhiana: 5th August 2023: (Karthika Singh//Punjab Screen)::

An awareness program and press meet was held at Global Heart and Multispeciality Hospital , Ludhiana on the eve of National Vascular Day that is celebrated on 6th August every year. The meeting was headed by Dr Brajesh Badhan, Director Cardiology and was convened by Dr KC Mukherjee,  Head, Department of Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery. 

Dr Luv Luthra, Consultant, Department of Vascular and Endo vascular Surgery at Global Heart and Multispeciality Hospital,  talked about National Vascular day and Vascular and Endo vascular surgery. 

The entire team unveiled the moto and mission of Amputation Free India that has been started by the vascular society of India. On the 6th of August the vascular surgeons are doing walkathons in 24 cities of India and spread awareness regarding vascular diseases and prevention of amputations. 

Dr Luv enlightened us on various vascular diseases like varicose veins, peripheral vascular disease (gangrene) , diabetic foot disease, and carotid artery disease and the available minimal invasive  treatments . He also said that Global Heart and Multispecialty Hospital is the only Hospital in the region where all kinds of vascular diseases involving brain, heart, limbs and abdomen are treated with the latest invasive techniques. 

About amputations Dr Luv Luthra mentioned that there is one amputation every ten minutes. The main causes of amputation are diabetic feet, gangrene due to lack of blood supply in legs, deep vein thrombosis if untreated, trauma, sudden stoppage of blood due to thrombosis of arteries. He also said that all these amputations can be prevented if the patient sees a vascular surgeon on time. He has treated and operated more than 300 cases , most of whom were referred to or advised amputations in the last 2 years. 

At Global Heart and Multispeciality Hospital all venous and arterial diseases are treated with the latest techniques. Varicose veins are treated with the newest laser machine 1940 laser that is the first one in punjab. We do bypasses as well as peripheral angioplasty and stenting to save limbs. For dialysis patients creation of arteriovenous fistula, perm cath insertions and all other procedures are done by our vascular team.

The main objective of this meeting is to spread awareness on vascular diseases, teach the general public and make them aware about vascular diseases and its treatment. The Global team has launched the programme of Amputation Free Punjab where we will educate and spread awareness on vascular diseases to prevent amputations. 

In the last Dr Luv Luthra said that all the amputations are preventable if the patient is diagnosed and referred at the right time. 

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World Cancer Day Celebrated at AGI Ludhiana

04th February 2022 at 3:08

Fast foods too should be curtailed

Ludhiana: 4th February 2022: (Kartika Singh//Punjab Screen)::

World Cancer Day held every 4th February is the global uniting initiative led by the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC). On this day, intention is to raise worldwide awareness, improve education and encourage timely action so that everyone works together to save millions from the clutches of this lethal disease by access to life-saving cancer treatment and care. Created in 2000, World Cancer Day has grown into a positive movement for everyone, everywhere to unite under one voice to face one of our greatest challenges in history.

AGI–The Gastrociti Ludhiana has taken the initiative this year 2022 by launching its AGI –ONCOLOGY unit under the able guidance of Eminent Medical Oncologist Dr NAVDEEP SINGH who has more than 20 years experience in the field of cancer care and treatment. On the occasion of World Cancer Day, a patient awareness seminar was organized where Dr Navdeep Singh stressed upon the role of screening modalities to pick up cancers at a pre symptomatic stage and educated the audience about the newer therapies in early stages of cancer to achieve a complete cure.

This year's World Cancer Day theme “Close the Care Gap”, is all about raising awareness of this equity gap that affects almost everyone, in high as well as low- and middle-income countries, and is costing lives. By initiating a single point of care medical and surgical management center for all advanced solid organ and hematological tumors under one roof, this initiative by AGI (ADVANCED GASTROENTEROLOGY INSTITUTE) team will go a long way to fulfill the needed gap in cancer care in the region of PUNJAB and surrounding areas. 

In Punjab, Cancer cases are on a rise. Females are using affected by Breast Cancer followed by Cervical Cancer followed by Uterus, Esophageal and Ovarian Cancer. Out of one lakh cancer victims, 25.8 percent have breast cancer. If treatment is started early, then the chances of recovery also increase remarkably. Breast cancer surgeons, plastic surgeons and physicians specializing in medical oncology play an important role in the treatment of most breast cancers.

In males, Cancer of head neck is followed by esophageal and prostate cancer is most common. Tobacco chewing, alcohol, toxic industrial waste, use of pesticides are among few causes of cancer. Obesity is one cause which is responsible for a large number of cancers. Following a healthy life style with strict adherence to control obesity is the key to keep cancer away. cancer safe lifestyle, Cancer safe culture and cancer safe diet should be adopted as early as possible to keep Punjab cancer safe. Widespread use of tobacco products, alcohol and fast foods should be curtailed. Cancer screening guidelines should be strictly followed to detect cancer at an early stage.            

Advanced Endoscopy Workshop Conducted at AGI

Friday 3rd December 2021 at 03:53 PM

 AGI-LIVE 2021 included live demonstration too

Ludhiana: 3rd Decxember 2021: (Punjab Screen Bureau)::

Advanced Gastroenterology Institute (AGI)-The GASTROCITI, Ludhiana conducted a one-day live workshop on Advanced GI endoscopy and Technician Training program.

This workshop was attended by eminent practising Gastroenterologists from all across Punjab, Himachal  Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

The event AGI-LIVE 2021 included live demonstration of advanced GI endoscopy procedures and video talks cum panel discussions on techniques and controversies in basic and advanced new procedures. Live sessions included cases of POEM for Achalasia Cardia, Spyglass cholangioscopy for large complex CBD stone, EUS-guided drainage of pseudocyst using new innovation of Lumen apposing metal stent (HOT AXIOS), EUS guided variceal coil embolization for large bleeding gastric varices and EUS guided tissue acquisition from lymph nodes and pancreas. The highlight of the event was performance of a new technique for the first time in Punjab called Endobiliary RFA  (RADIOFREQUENCY ABLATION) for a bile duct tumor. In short, this unique workshop ensured comprehensive illustration of advanced and novel endoscopic techniques to  the GI fraternity across the region and was widely appreciated by all.

Advanced Endoscopy Workshop Conducted at AGI

CMCH completed 200 Stem Cell transplants

 Shukriya Punjab event celebrated with with joy and confidence 

Ludhiana: 17th November 2021: (Kartika Singh//Punjab Screen Bureau)::

Christian Medical College and Hospital, Ludhiana, Punjab, recently completed 200 Stem Cell transplants of Patients–a significant milestone for Punjab, by the Department of Clinical Haematology, which started its journey in 2008. 

To celebrate this milestone, a thanksgiving meeting was organised on Wednesday, 17th November 2021.  The official inauguration of the at 10.00 am.  

Dr. M Joseph John, HOD and Professor, Department of Clinical Haematology took the audience through the journey of stem cell transplantation.  This was followed by the address by Dr. William Bhatti, Director, CMCL who invited the chief guest. 

Dr. S. P. Singh Civil Surgeon, Ludhiana, who was the Chief Guest inaugurated the function. He felicitated the event with his thoughtful words and emphasized the contributions made by CMC Hospital for the overall development of the citizens of Punjab. 

Well-wishers and people of eminence from all over the world felicitated the event through recorded messages.  

The Transplant Patients accompanied by their families were the guests of honour. 

After the inaugural session, cultural programmes followed by a ramp walk by the Patients and Donors were really mesmerizing and a feast for the eyes. Fun games were conducted for the Champions (Transplanted Patients) and our Superheroes (who have donated their Stem Cell). Patrons and well-wishers of CMC Ludhiana were also felicitated. 

The programme was concluded with a vote of thanks by Mrs Sangeetha Samuel, Deputy Nursing Supdt.

Experts Views on “Saving Liver, Saving Life”

 Liver disease has become rampant in the region of Punjab 

Ludhiana: 6th November 2021: (Punjab Screen Bureau)::

In the last decade, liver disease has become rampant in the region of Punjab due to large burden of obese & diabetic population with fatty liver, alcohol & drug abuse and high rate of HCV infection. Progressive liver disease leads to liver cirrhosis, failure and liver cancer causing untimely death. The only ray of hope for long term survival in such patients is Liver transplantation. 

Due to lack of adequate liver transplant services in Punjab, AGI-The GASTROCITI, LUDHIANA keeping its promise of delivering the best healthcare services to the needy people took the first initiative to collaborate with Jaypee Hospital (Noida) and started Liver Transplantation services in February 2021 at LUDHIANA. The liver transplant programme was designed with patient screening, assessment, pre-transplantation workup and post surgical follow up at AGI - The GASTROCITI, LUDHIANA. Surgical services were provided by Dr. Punit Singla, Associate Director, Department of Liver Transplant & Surgical Gastroenterology, Jaypee Hospital (Noida).

The Team has now successfully completed five liver transplants in a short span of six months, barring 3 months deferment due to second wave of COVID-19 when the services were temporarily interrupted. The teamwork of three eminent Gastroenterologists namely Dr. Nirmaljeet Singh Malhi, Dr. Rajiv Grover & Dr. Jasmeet Singh Dhingra and Gastro Surgeon Dr. Harpal Singh in collaboration with Liver Transplant Surgeon Dr Punit Singla offers complete umbrella services to patients needing medical therapy, transplant surgery, holistic pre & post transplant care and most importantly listing of recipients for cadaveric transplant who do not have living donor in their family. 

It is a matter of great pride that after proper counseling, timely referral and expert pre & post transplant care, all the five liver transplants were completed with 100% success rate and this is an achievement of substantial proportions for the entire region. It is very encouraging and an eye opener for the society that women are leading and courageously coming forward to donate a part of their liver to loved ones. Recalling his experience, the first liver transplant patient Mr. Soni said life had become too difficult due to repeated abdominal fluid collection & blood loss as a result of end stage liver disease. His life span was limited to a few weeks to months without liver transplant. His daughter came forward to donate a part of her liver to her ailing father despite being young and unmarried. The patient underwent a successful liver transplant, which lasted for around 10 hours. Both donor and the recipient are now fine. 

Another three patients, underwent liver transplant where in their spouses donated a part of liver for the procedure. Such successful cases and courageous donors are the need of the hour for liver patients in Punjab. Some patients don’t have any eligible family donors. Since organ donation is the most generous gift known to mankind which can create a legacy of life, our fifth transplant patient Mr. Puri was fortunate that he could get cadaveric liver as he was listed in cadaveric list prior. A special “Green Corridor” was created in Delhi for the procedure. He is doing fine and has been successfully discharged. 

As the only ray of hope for long term survival in end stage liver disease (cirrhosis) patients is liver transplantation and there is a grave scarcity of quality liver transplant services in region of Punjab and its surrounding areas, this concept of wholesome patient care under one roof and collaborative team work of A.G.I- The Gastrociti Ludhiana & Jaypee Hospital Noida is a big boon for people of Punjab and will help the needy and liver disease patients in a big way.

World Cancer Day Celebrated by Deep Hospital Ludhiana

[17:40, 2/3/2018] 

Awareness Programe Organised by Dr. Amit Dhiman

Ludhiana: 3rd February, 2018: (Shalu Arora//Punjab Screen)::

Cancer Awareness Programe was organised by Deep Hospital, Ludhiana. More than­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ 70 patients and their relatives attended the programme. Separate rounds of Interaction were held and a lot of queries regarding Cancer were resolved. The whole session was followed by question-answer round on various scenarios of daily life.

Programe was held under the supervision of Dr. Amit Dhiman Director & Senior consultant, Cancer and Hematology services, Bone Marrow transplant specialist

Giving information regarding Cancer, Dr.Amit said What is Cancer? In simple terms, cancer is an abnormal growth of body cells. Each one of us is born with a potential for cancer. One cannot "Catch" it as one would an infection or a cold. When the programming of a cell or a group of cells is affected, growth may become uncontrolled. Some of the factors that can alter the code are chronic irritation, tobacco, smoke and dust, radioactive substances, age, sex, race and heredity. While one cannot control many of these factors , we need to be aware of the ones we can control of. Prevention is definitely better than treatment of cancer.

What Causes Cancer?

Consumption of tobacco especially smoking, which is 1 out of 4 causes of cancer ,workplace chemicals like asbestos , old age people are more prone to cancer, Lifestyle ,diet and some specific type of virus and radiation may also cause cancer . Some cancers are also genetic in nature.

What are the signs of Cancer?

A Persistent Sore especially if it is in the mouth, on the lip or on tongue. 

Lumps or Masses which appear where none were present previously should arouse suspicion of cancer. 

Unexplained or abnormal bleeding from any body opening.

Persistent indigestion or change in bowel habits, while usually due to other causes, are often caused in the intestinal tract and should be reported.

Persistent hoarseness or cough of abnormal duration deserves a careful examination by your doctor.

Unexplained loss of weight may be due to many things but may also be due to hidden cancer.

How important is screening and which all cancers can be screened .

Screening means looking for early signs of a particular disease in healthy people who do not have any symptoms. Screening for cancer aims to find cancers as early as possible - when the chance of cure is highest. There are established Screening tests for breast cancer, cervical cancer and bowel cancer. 

There are also tests to detect prostate Cancer and Ovarian Cancer.

How can cancer be prevented?

Cancers that are closely linked to certain behaviors are the easiest to prevent. For example, choosing not to smoke tobacco or drink alcohol significantly lower the risk of several types of cancer -most notably lung, throat, mouth, and liver cancer. Even if you are a current tobacco user, quitting can still greatly reduce your chances of getting cancer.

How is cancer treated?

Cancer treatment depends on the type of cancer, the stage of the cancer (how much it has spread), age, health status, and additional personal characteristics. There is no single treatment for cancer, and patients often receive a combination of therapies and palliative care. Treatments usually fall into one of the following categories: surgery, radiation, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, hormone therapy, or gene therapy

Joy of victory on cancer celebrated at Park Plaza

Fortis organised Cancer awareness programme

Ludhiana: 11th August, 2016: 

(Rector Kathuria//Pardeep Sharma//Punjab Screen):
Fortis Hospital Ludhiana organised Cancer awareness programme” Khushi ke Pal with apne Doctors on 11th August @ Park Plaza under the supervision of Mr. Vivan Singh Gill, Director, Fortis Hospital Ludhiana. More than 100 people attended the programme. Welcome note was given by Mr. Gill. He said “There are at least 90 cancer patients for every 100,000 population in Punjab. Cancer incidence in the state is higher than the national average of 80 per 100,000 population, reveals a survey by the Punjab government. The survey results were released on January 28”.

Giving information Dr. J.S Sekhon, Director Oncosciences said, “Though several studies in the past decade have shown that Punjab has higher incidence of cancer than the rest of the country, this is for the first time the state government conducted a comprehensive door-to-door survey to quantify the problem. The survey, which also aimed at carrying out mass awareness campaign and early detection of cancer based on warning signs and symptoms, screened about 265,000 people in the Malwa, Doaba and Majha regions. It was found that about 24,000 of them were suffering from cancer. Worse, more than thrice the number—84,453—were suspected to be suffering from the deadly disease.

To accomplish this huge task of cancer treatment Fortis Hospital Ludhiana has emerged as a major hub for cancer awareness, Screening and treatment. Over last two years of operations of Fortis Hospital in Ludhiana we have treated approximately more than 4000 cancer patients successfully. The patients underwent chemotherapy, surgeries and radiation therapy depending upon their need.

Dr. Harish Matta, HOD, Oncosurgery Department said, “All kinds of cancer surgeries are being performed at our centre. The breast cancer, the incidence of which is on the rise in the society, and is now the number one cancer in females, is being treated in a novel way. A SpecializedBREAST CLINIC is being run in which apart from radical surgery for breast cancer, breast conservative surgery and breast reconstruction is also being performed successfully.”    We emphasize on theCOMPREHENSIVE CANCER CARE wherein state of the art treatment modalities viz chemotherapy, radiation therapy, surgery, immunotherapy and hormonal therapy are available under one roof. All cancer patients are discussed in the TUMOR BOARD and best possible treatment is offered to the patients.

Dr. Parveen Kaur, Senior Consultant Radiation Oncology said, “With increasing incidence of cancer the clinical management of cancer continues to be a challenge for the 21st century. Radiation therapy remains an important component of cancer treatment with approximately 50% of all cancer patients receiving radiation therapy during their course of illness; it contributes towards 40% of curative treatment for cancer. The main goal of radiation therapy is to deprive cancer cells of their multiplication (cell division) potential.”

Speaking on the occasion, the participant appreciated the effort put in by Fortis Hospital in taking care of their patients. Musical Chair, Antakshri and many more were also organized on this occasion.

Staff of Fortis Hospital, Ludhiana also performed on the occasion by dancing to the tunes of Bollywood and Punjabi songs.

Dr Ankush Mehta, Medical Superintendent FHLDH thanked all the Champs for sparing their time and reposing faith in Fortis Hospital Ludhiana.

Fortis Hospital celebrated World Physiotherapy Week

Mon, Sep 7, 2015 at 3:39 PM

Awareness Programme Organised by Dr. Som Gupta

Ludhiana: 7th September, 2015: (Punjab Screen Bureau):

Physiotherapy Awareness Programme was organised by Fortis Hospital, Ludhiana. More than­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­ 70 patients and their relatives attended the programme. Separate rounds of Interaction were held and a lot of queries regarding Physiotherapy were resolved. The whole session was followed by question-answer round on various scenarios of daily life. Programme was held under the supervision of Dr.Som Gupta Head, Deptt. Of Physiotherapy, Fortis Hospital, ludhiana.

Giving information regarding Physiotherapy Dr.Som Gupta said Why Exercises is important? As we get older, our bodies change in muscle size and strength decreases primarily due to inactivity. Bone mass and density decreases, increasing the susceptibility to fractures. Tendons and ligaments becomes less elastic, making it easy to get overuse injuries. Joint inflammation and cartilage degeneration often occur due to arthritis. Thirty minutes of physical activity a day can help individuals feel good and prevent many medical conditions. Even individuals with chronic conditions, such as osteoarthritis and osteoporosis, can benefit from a balanced fitness program.

Exercise can help you improve your health and fitness without hurting your joints. Exercise can, Strengthen the muscles around your joints , Help you maintain bone strength, Give you more strength and energy to get through the day, Make it easier to get a good night's sleep, Help you control your weight, Make you feel better about yourself and improve your sense of well-being.

Though you might think exercise will aggravate your joint pain and stiffness, that's not the case. Lack of exercise actually can make your joints even more painful and stiff. That's because keeping your muscles and surrounding tissue strong is crucial to maintaining support for your bones. Not exercising weakens those supporting muscles, making your bones more prone to breaking. It improves mind- body coordination, Improves skin, Improves the workings of your   body’s defense mechanisms,  Increases the Oxygen carrying  capacity of blood, Reduces depression & anxiety, Gives you better sex life, Helps in excretion of waste products from the body, Helps in weight loss by reducing the level of body fat, Helps in healthy weight gain by increasing muscle mass, Improves digestion, Improves your sleeping pattern, Slows the ageing process.

Exercise Can Help in;

Diabetes mellitus, High blood press, Joint pain, Osteoporosis, Depression, Obesity, Anorexia nervosa, sports injuries, Indigestion, Certain Cardiac diseases, Addictions, Problems of old age, Muscular coordination problems, Arthritis.

Giving Tips to protect joints Dr. Sanjeev Mahajan, Director Orthopedics Department said that Start slowly to ease your joints into exercise if you haven't been active for a while. If you push yourself too hard, you can overwork your muscles. This aggravates your joint pain. Move your joints gently at first to warm up. You might begin with range-of-motion exercises for five to 10 minutes before you move on to strengthening or aerobic exercises. Exercise with slow and easy movements. If you start noticing pain, take a break. Sharp pain and pain that is stronger than your usual joint pain might indicate something is wrong. Slow down if you notice inflammation or redness in your joints. Ice your joints after exercising. This can reduce swelling and pain. Use a cold pack on your joints for 10 to 15 minutes.

Tell your Physiotherapist if your exercise causes

Persistent fatigue or increased weakness, Reduced range of motion in your joints, Joint swelling, Continuing pain.

Basic types of Exercises

Stretching & ROM exercise: Help maintain normal joint function by keeping normal joint flexibility and range. Keeping a joint in a bent position may temporarily help to relieve the discomfort of osteoarthritis  but holding it in that position can cause long term loss of joint mobility and hinder daily activities.These are basically bending or stretching the joint to a point that is comfortable to go to. Comfort must be maintained. It is also a great form of warm up for other forms of exercise.

Cardiovascular or aerobic: These are good to keep your heart healthy. It increases the endurance of heart.

Strengthening: Some people with arthritis really avoid doing any strength exercises as they feel its going to cause them great pain. A strong joint is going to be a more stable one. Strong muscles surrounding a joint can act as protection, easing the load placed on the damage cartilage, helping to stop further damage. Isometric exercises are done without moving the joint. Basically you are contracting the muscles. These are good as introduction exercises for people who have significant pain and have deteriorated in strength.

Hydrotherapy : Hydrotherapy is basically doing exercises in water. This is a great way to do simple range of motion exercises. It is very low resistance, no stress on the joint, and you can safely move your joint through its range of motion relatively pain free. In the pool you can do exercises from range of motion to resistance training.

Also present on the occasion were Mr. Vivan Gill, Facility Director, Dr. Harpreet Brar, Admin Head, , Dr. Alok Jain and Dr.Neeraj Bansal Fortis Hospital Ludhiana.

Art against Acid Attack by Fortis Team

Sat, Jun 20, 2015 at 4:14 PM
Nukkad Natak upholds the idea of Stop Acid Attack 

Ludhiana, 19th June, 2015: (Shalu Arora//Peoples Media Link):

Fortis Hospital Ludhiana organised Nukkad Natak on “Tejab (Stop Acid Attack)” at various places in Ludhiana. The purpose of this was to convey a message to ‘Stop this shame’. Six highly enthusiastic artists and professionals from Friends Welfare Club took the responsibility of conveying this social message to the masses. Artist of the play were Mr.Rupinder Singh Dhindsa, Harpinder Singh, Rupinder Rupi, Mandeep Joshi, Rajveer Kaur and Raman Nagi

The artists are reviving the lost art of creativity conveying the message through 'Nukkad Natak' or street play. The group preached about the social evil of Acid Attack on females. They even promoted the idea of “Nasha Mukt Punjab”.

People from surrounding areas, patients and their relatives gathered at Fortis Hospital, Ludiana and other venues. The play revolved around the issues related to the Acid attacks and Drugs. The opening scene focused mainly on the careless and stubborn nature of the youngsters, followed by shots that threw light on the other evils of our society, those might lead to dangerous consequences.

The play concluded with a general message for all the viewers that acid attack, violence and drugs are not solution for any problem, we should all come forward to help and support the victims so that they can lead a respectful life.

Giving information regarding the event Mr.Vivan Singh Gill, Facility Director, Fortis hospital, Ludhiana said, “Fortis Hospital,” Ludhiana in association with “Chhanv Foundation” is organising a charity show “Beautiful You” A chance for Acid Attack Fighters to exhibit their inner beauty on 4th July 2015 at “Shri Guru Nanak Dev Bhawan”, Ludhiana. Anybody who wishes to help or sponsor acid attack victims can buy tickets from Fortis Hospital, Ludhiana