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In a major boost to the healthcare sector, the All Indian Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Bhubaneswar Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, inaugurated the first 4D spine and gait analysis laboratory in eastern India.
The state-of-the-art facility, located in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR), was officially opened by Executive Director Dr. Ashutosh Biswas on the occasion of the International Day of People with Disabilities.
The newly established lab is equipped with advanced technologies, including prosthetic and orthotic services, occupational therapy, physiotherapy units, and other allied services.
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"This lab will enable AIIMS Bhubaneswar to offer high-quality, personalized rehabilitation services," The New Indian Express. quoted Dr. Biswas as saying.
It is also expected to provide rehabilitation services to patients with locomotor disabilities, musculoskeletal conditions, and sports injuries.
The 4D spine and gait analysis lab helps to check and measure spine problems and provides real-time data on joint movements. It is useful for treating conditions like stroke, scoliosis (curved spine), neck and back pain, polio-related paralysis, muscle diseases, and nerve issues.
Dr. Jagannatha Sahoo, Head of the PMR Department, highlighted that the facility also offers real-time gait analysis for sports rehabilitation, assisting athletes in recovery and performance enhancement.
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"The non-invasive system is free from radiation hazards and provides precise diagnostics, identifying hidden injuries, muscle imbalances, body balance issues, and foot pressure abnormalities," he explained.
