Calling all physiotherapists! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to own and manage multiple physiotherapy clinics? As a physiotherapist, you know how demanding and rewarding this field can be, and owning a chain of clinics takes it to the next level. It requires not only a deep understanding of the human body but also strong business acumen. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the daily life of a physiotherapy chain clinic owner, specifically tailored to the needs and interests of physiotherapists. From hiring and training staff to overseeing patient care, we’ll explore the challenges and rewards of running a successful physiotherapy business. As a physiotherapist, you have a unique perspective on the healthcare industry …

From dealing with musculoskeletal disorders to complex poly-trauma, encountering cases of rheumatic hand to joint reconstruction, orthopaedic centres have seen it all. While many orthopaedics specialise in areas like the spine, knee, ankle, foot, shoulder or hip, the base remains the same. It begins with diagnosis, proceeds to prescriptions and rehabilitation and concludes with making sure no future complications arise.   While the recovery takes up the bulk of the time, it’s the diagnosis and assessments that project a timeline. And that’s where physios face the most hassles. From equipment issues to the lack of substantial data, many cases can become unnecessarily tricky to understand. And while physios are more than qualified enough to deal with them, they would love …

Many would hope that with more people having access to a better lifestyle (be it diet or healthcare), the number of ailments would gradually come down. Unfortunately, projections show the exact opposite. For example, the US National Centre of Biotechnology Information (NCBI) projected that the incidence of primary Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) will increase by 43% by 2050.   This expected increase in the volume and complexity of cases force a necessary step to be taken – effectively training the next generation of physiotherapists. And while this is a mammoth task, physiotherapy institutes have been taking care of this for a while. But here’s the deal – the future of physiotherapy is data-driven.    So how do you make sure …

Being trusted by hundreds of patients every single day brings its own set of challenges – something physiotherapy chains know all too well. From peculiar and rare cases to an incredible amount of documentation that goes behind the scenes, the problems chains face are extremely difficult to comprehend, let alone solve.   So when searching for the right equipment partner, chains are always searching for the ones who best understand their problems and accordingly, customize solutions to their issues. This is where we at Ashva, fill those shoes and make sure every chain can overcome certain issues just by investing in us and our products.   The biggest issue out of the ones we solve is the standardization of assessment results. …

The human musculoskeletal system is an organ system that allows humans the ability to move using their muscular and skeletal systems. This system provides support, stability, shape, and movement to the body and is the body’s framework. It is made up of bones, joints, muscles, tendons, ligaments, joint capsules, cartilage, and any other structure that helps in movement or stability.  At times, due to stress or disease, this system may fail to provide the body with maximum stability or mobility. There is a very wide range of musculoskeletal ailments that affect the general population. According to a study conducted in 2017, 1.3 billion people are affected by musculoskeletal conditions, of which 131,000 have died due to conditions that are attributed …

Every year, International women’s day is observed on March 8. It highlights the contributions made by women to society in a variety of sectors. It serves as a rallying point for a society that values diversity, equity, and inclusion while eliminating prejudice, stereotypes, and discrimination.   Embrace equity has been chosen as the theme for International women’s day this year. It emphasizes the fact that  “Equity isn’t just a nice-to-have, it’s a must-have.” Understanding the distinction between equity and equality is also crucial. The International Women’s Day 2023 #Embrace Equity campaign theme is to spread awareness about why equal opportunities are insufficient, as equity takes into account each person’s unique circumstances and distributes resources to produce an equal result.   …

The depth of physical therapy can be compared to that of an ocean, deep and diverse. For an average man, the first thing that comes to mind when he hears the word physiotherapy is usually a job that deals with musculoskeletal conditions. Still, little do they know that that’s not the only field a therapist can specialize in. Physiotherapy is a healthcare profession concerned with human function and movement and maximizing physical potential. Physical potential can be reduced in individuals who suffer from a wide variety of diseases, hence, there arises a need for multiple specializations. However, today we are going to discuss one field in particular, that is, neurological physiotherapy.    Neurological Physiotherapy is a specialist area of physiotherapy …

By far, the most in-demand field of physiotherapy is sports. The most common dream of physiotherapy students is to work with high-level athletes or teams. Sports and Exercise Physiotherapists are involved in the prevention and management of injuries resulting from sports and exercise participation at all ages and all levels of ability. These specialized physiotherapists provide evidence-based advice on safe participation in sports and exercise.  The job is daunting but incredible and special in so many ways. Without a doubt, the stakes are high for these athletes – missing a game or race might have massive implications on their team’s performance, or their career. As a sports physiotherapist, making the wrong decision can lead to further injury or an athlete …

Physiotherapy clinics have multiple hurdles to face. If you’re part of one, you’ve probably faced those issues. From assessment timings to appointment durations, results, and progress documentation to diagnosis based on what may sometimes be insufficient information, you don’t want to add more to this mess. In such scenarios, your equipment can be your biggest friend. This is where Ashva comes to your aid. We at Ashva, have two primary products – Fitknees and Fitmust. While they have their individual uses and benefits, here’s why you should invest in them and by extension, us. To begin with, our patient-centric design means our products have easy-to-use features and are portable. Our equipment isn’t bulky or massive, making it easy for both …

A set of attributes that people have or achieve relating to their ability to perform physical activity is called physical fitness. (U.S. Department of Health & Human Services). Fitness can be broadly categorized into two categories; health-related fitness (body composition, cardiovascular fitness, flexibility, endurance, muscular endurance, and muscle strength) and skill-related fitness (agility, balance, coordination, power, speed, and reaction time). An individual must have the required skill sets, physical prerequisites, mental focus, and motivation to excel in any activity. In many ways, the person who succeeds in their particular sport is the one who has improved their physical preparation, increased their physical capabilities, and maintained a higher degree of mental concentration. This is where strength and conditioning come into play …

The start of any great thing begins with an unsolved problem or approach that affects hundreds of people every day. A fancy way to describe problem statements, right? But to some people, it’s not just any problem. Before we at Ashva began our journey, our founder Anmol Saxena was recovering from a knee condition. Exposed to the lack of data in physiotherapy, she was appalled by how many people felt dissatisfied during their rehabilitation.   That’s where the first steps in making a difference were taken. Ashva Tech was founded in 2017, to make physiotherapy data-driven. Since then, we have changed the ways physios approach their assessments, and consequently, being one of the few well-known physiotherapy gadget manufacturers in and …

If you’re not assessing, you’re just guessing. Assessment is a delicate step-by-step process to interview and examine a patient to come to a provisional diagnosis. Simply put, assessment is the foundation of a therapist’s treatment and clinical decision-making. It is a skillful series of steps used to understand the current physical state of an individual. Assessment can also be defined as the synthesis of clinical findings into a clear understanding of presenting conditions that in turn facilitate the construction of a treatment protocol. The importance of assessment and evaluation is very well established theoretically but often diminished in practical clinical practice. For a patient to achieve health optimization, therapists should be able to independently evaluate, diagnose, and treat clients effectively. …