COURSES OFFERED

UG COURSES

Courses Duration Eligibility
BACHELOR OF PHYSIOTHERAPY - (BPT) 4 Years + 6 months Internship +2 / PDC Pass (or) Equivalent with Physics / Chemistry / Biology or Botany / Zoology

PG COURSES

Courses Duration Eligibility

M.P.T. - Orthopaedics

M.P.T. - Neurology

M.P.T. - Cardio Respiratory

2 Years Pass in BPT

ABOUT

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APPROVED BY

Recognized by The Tamilnadu Government (Health and family welfare department) G.O.Ms.No.576 dt. 07.05.1993 &
Affiliated by The Tamilnadu Dr. MGR Medical University, Chennai.
UG:Prov. Affiliation No. Rc. No. 20713/Affln.II(2)/93. dt. 9.6.1994
PG: prov. Affiliation No. Proc. No: 29005/Affln.II(2)/98. dt. 24.12.1998

Email : jkkmphysio@gmail.com

A SILVER JUBILEE INSTITUTION (25yrs of excellence)

JKK Munirajah Medical Research Foundation college of physiotherapy, one of the pioneers in field of physiotherapy education was started in the year 1993 by Dr.JKK Munirajah, founder, Annai JKK Sampoorani Ammal Charitable Trust, initially offers the bachelor of physiotherapy degree course. Later in 1998 the post graduate Master of physiotherapy degree course was started in 3 specialties namely neurology, orthopaedics, cardio respiratory diseases. The college maintains the high standards in providing quality of physiotherapy education and college is recognized by the Government of Tamilnadu & Affiliated to the The Tamilnadu Dr MGR medical university, chennai. Recognized by the Indian association of physiotherapists.

Physiotherapy is a scientific approach to the prevention, diagnosis and therapeutic management of disorders of movement or optimization of function to enhance the health and welfare of the Community from an individual or Population Perspective. With the advent of the new millennium, technology is making rapid strides and pervading all spheres of life. Prosperity of nations directly depends on the achievements in the Medical Field.

The Physiotherapy degree is a four and a half year program including a six months of internship. The curriculum is based on the directives of the Tamil nadu Dr. MGR Medical University Chennai. Clinical exposure begins in the second year and classes are conducted by clinical specialists emphasizing the relevance of basic sciences to clinical practices. Hospital postings and field visits to public health centers aim at providing exposure to the students about different scenarios so that the best care is provided in all the circumstances. The college serves with the motto of care by providing education with up to date trends for the students and training them to the level of international standards in applying practical skills.

The practice of Physiotherapy encompasses a diversity of clinical specialties to meet the unique needs of different client groups. Physiotherapy services are used in a wide variety of areas such as health organizations, private practices, schools ,community, sports and work place settings.

The college holds a tremendous reputation for setting standards for Physiotherapy education in India. The college enjoys tie up with the major health institutions in India. The College offers the best education in an environment that supports the practice of new skills as well as an individual student's capacity to learn and serve towards intellectual and personal growth. A team of highly qualified and experienced faculty members who contribute their very best with single-minded, facilitation, innovative methodology, individual attention and careful grooming thereby providing the students with ample opportunities to become winning personalities.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE


• Gold Medal Ranking in 1997 and 2011 in Under Graduate, first ranking in Post graduate several times
• Highly qualified and well experienced physiotherapy faculty
• Well maintained outpatient physiotherapy department has been serving the communities for over 25   
   years
• Tie up with super specialty hospitals
• State level seminars and workshops are conducted periodically to update and enrich the knowledge
• Rally, camp, community visits are conducted periodically to create awareness medically and well being of
   the society
• Teaching faculty have received many awards for their significant contribution in the field of physiotherapy
   from several associations, university and Governement of Tamilnadu
• Periodical publication of articles in the national and international journal by the faculty and students
• Students are encouraged for poster and paper presentation in the conference
• Evidence based practice and excellent research facilities
• More than 1600 passed out students(alumni) working all over india and abroad

VISION

To import quality education in the field of physiotherapy
To promote research activities
To provide advanced technology for the betterment of patient care

MISSION


To Develop strong human values and professional ethics
To encourage overall development of personality and professional skills

QUALITY POLICY


To promote quality education with global standards by meeting the expectations and requirements of the students through dedicated and devoted staffs with updated systems.

MANAGEMENT

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Prof. Dr.D.KANNAN, MPT(Neuro), M.Sc.(psy), Ph.D

PRINCIPAL

JKKMMRF COLLEGE OF PHYSIOTHERAPY

Dr.D.Kannan, Professor cum Principal has completed his B.P.T (1997) in Government College of Physiotherapy under  TN.Dr. MGR Medical University Chennai and M.Sc(psy)(2002) in Chennai University and M.P.T in Neurology(2005) in JKK Munirajah Medical Research Foundation College of Physiotherapy under TN Dr MGR Medical University Chennai  and PhD in physiotherapy(2019) under Saveetha University Chennai. He is serving in the physiotherapy teaching profession for more than 20 years. He has national and  international journal publications, presented posters and papers in conferences and reviewer of various journals and former faculty member of  the Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR Medical University chennai, examiner, evaluator and doctoral committee member in various universities. He has produced University first rank holders and gold medal students. He guided  PhD, more than 50 M.P.T and 100 B.P.T projects. His students are holding higher positions in various hospitals, academic institutions, rehab centers, fitness & sports clubs all over the world. He organized various camps, seminars, workshops & conferences and received many awards from various universities, Associations and Government of Tamil Nadu

INFRASTRUCTURE

Well maintained outpatient department in physiotherapy. Fully equipped electrotherapy, exercise therapy department and gait laboratories with advanced physiotherapy modalities. Research facilities also available. JKKMMRF college of Physiotherapy outpatient department has been serving the communities for over 25 years. we provide quality and professional care to all our patients and providing an integrated approach in the treatment with various specialties. We are committed to a high level of clinical expertise and patient satisfaction.

Neurophysiotherapy is a specialty that deals motor deficits arising from pathology in the nervous system. The people with neurological deficits can have a variety of problems. These include muscle stiffness, spasticity, weakness of muscle, tremor, problems with sensation, gait and balance impairments etc. These symptoms can lead to problems with everyday activities such as walking, getting dressed and feeding. Neurophysiotherapy aims to identify and maximize movement potential and quality of life. The treatment program may include education, training, posture awareness, strengthening, stretching, sitting balance, standing balance, and walking practice and address issues proactively to prevent long term problems from developing. Use of modalities like elctrotherapy & diagnostic equipments(EMG, NCV), exercise therapy equipments, massage therapy, neuro approaches, gait training may be recommended to enhance the movement and functional activities in the part of neurorehabilitation.

Orthopaedic physiotherapy is a specialty that deals with the movement of Joints, strengthening of muscles, coordinated movements of the limbs and the physical function aspects of the human body. Manual therapy is the advanced therapeutic technique applied to the patients with orthopaedic conditions. Treating variety of problems like shoulder pain, knee pain, heel pain, back pain, training after amputation, gait training after spinal injuries, fractures, ergonomic advices to the patients in home and work setting. Use of modalities like IFT, ultrasound, wax therapy, hydrocollator packs, vacuum therapy, laser therapy, etc. to reduce the pain and enhance the movement.

Cardio vascular & Pulmonary Physiotherapy Department provide General Chest evaluation, Cardiac fitness care, Cardio vascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation Program and also playing a role in restoring function in patients requiring critical care by using conservative, non invasive approaches to return the patient for healthy life. This department provide physical assessments and rehabilitation therapy for patients who are admitted in Casualty & Emergency care unit , MICU., SICU., NICU., PICU., Surgery, medicine ward of the hospitals with life support equipments like Advanced Ventilator, Defibrillator, Electrocardiogram monitor, Arterial and Venous Lines, Pulse Oxymeter, Oxygen Transport, Monitoring of Fluids, Electrolyte balance, Suction Apparatus, Nebulizer.etc.,

The department is running 6 days in a week from Monday to Saturday. The department is attending approximately 20 -30 patients /day. Neuro faculty PROF. DR. D.Kannan PROF. DR. R. Vishnupriya Ortho faculty PROF. DR. R. Ferdinand PROF. DR. M.P. Thenmozhi PROF. Dr. K. Anantharaj Cardio Faculty PROF. Dr.S Kohilavanai PROF. Dr. S.Sathyapriya LIBRARY Well equipped Library with adequate number of books with internet facility. National and International journals are available for students references. HOSTEL Separate beautiful Hostels are available for Girls and Boys. Hygienic and well ventilated rooms provided with basic amenities. Mineral water plant to provide 24 hours drinking water. Spacious Play ground for students with play materials and well equipped Gymnasium is available. Well experienced medical people are available for treating sick students.