Laboratories

Occupational and Physiotherapy

Inspiring Change through Innovative Therapy Education

PHYSIOTHERAPY LABS

About

An Audio-Visual (AV) Aids Lab in nursing is a resource center equipped with various audio-visual tools and technologies designed to enhance the teaching and learning process.The AV Aids Lab is designed to enrich the learning experience for nursing students by offering a variety of engaging andinteractive resources that simplify complex information, making it easier to understand. It creates a more dynamic and effective educational environment.

A.V.Aids lab is open for the students with the latest equipment of LCD Projector, computers, laptop, TV, OHP, DVD player, Camera, Tape recorders, charts, models, posters, and different types of boards which can provide high-tech educational media to support the teaching-learning activities of the students.

LAB INCHARGE-DR. ASHIRBAD DAS,
Assistant Professor,
School of Occupational and Physiotherapy
E-mail : ashirbad.das@driems.ac.in

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY LAB

About

To enable students to perform all procedures while providing family health care directly in urban and rural populations, the CHN lab makes sure that students learn about numerous demonstrations and advanced techniques linked to home visits and the bag technique. The department aims to improve the community’s overall health by providing information and services like health camps, screenings, surveillance, epidemic control strategies, and mass health awareness campaigns.

LAB INCHARGE-DR. SUCHITRA SINGH,
Assistant Professor,
School of Occupational and Physiotherapy
E-mail: suchitra@driems.ac.in

ANATOMY LAB

We have anatomy lab which is well equipped with anatomical models, charts and specimen. It provides an indepth knowledge about musculoskeletal, nervous, cardiovascular systems etc. which are the important areas in the field of physiotherapy and occupational therapy. The lab provides an interactive learning environment between theoretical and practical knowledge.

PHYSIOLOGY LAB

The physiology lab provides learning experiences in some important areas like cardiovascular system, respiratory, neuromuscular, exercise physiology etc. It is equipped with various instruments and labs to provide quality of education to the students.

EXERCISE THERAPY LAB

The exercise therapy lab is an integral part of physiotherapy department designed to provide hands-on experience in the assessment, planning and implementation of intervention to the students and clinicians. It promotes evidence- based environment and patient- centered care.

ELECTROTHERAPY LAB

Electrotherapy department is also the core component of physiotherapy department. It is committed to the usage and application of electrical modalities like TENS, IFT, Ultrasound, traction etc. which helps to reduce pain, promote healing and enhance functional status. Our department also have some advanced equipments like LASER therapy, Shockwave diathermy etc.

PAEDIATRIC UNIT

This section focuses on children with physical and intellectual disabilities. Occupational Therapy interventions aim to support and enhance the child’s ability to engage in everyday activities such as play, learning, self-care, and social interaction. Therapists use meaningful activities to promote development, independence, and quality of life. Interventions may include modifying tasks, adapting the environment, or using assistive technologies. Therapists work closely with families to address functional challenges and improve overall participation in daily routines. Emerging areas in pediatric occupational therapy include early intervention, inclusive education support, and developmental delay management.

ADULT / REHABILITATION UNIT

This section caters to individuals aged 12 years and above, providing therapeutic services for a wide range of neurological, musculoskeletal, and orthopedic conditions. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art tools and rehabilitation devices to offer personalized therapy. Each day, the unit manages approximately 30–40 clients, including both new assessments and ongoing follow-up therapy sessions. Occupational Therapy in this section extends beyond traditional rehabilitation and now includes areas such as:

  • -Industrial Rehabilitation
  • -Ergonomic Assessments & Interventions
  • -Community Reintegration Support