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Dr. Vijayan Gopalakrishna Kurup

Dr. Vijayan Gopalakrishna Kurup

Chief Physiotherapist

Ph.D (Physical Education)
Alagappa University, Karaikudi - 2022
Professional Diploma in Clinical Research (PDCR)

Catalyst Clinical Services, New Delhi 2013
MPT (Ortho)
Rajah Muthiah Medical College & Hospital (RMMC & H), Annamalai University - 2005
P G Diploma in Hospital Management
Directorate of Distance Education, Annamalai University - 2002
BPT
Rajah Muthiah Medical College & Hospital (RMMC & H), Annamalai University - 1999

Dr. Vijayan Gopalakrishna Kurup graduated in Physiotherapy (BPT) from Rajah Muthiah Medical College & Hospital, Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu in 1999 and completed his Master degree (MPT Ortho) in 2005 with the first rank. He has completed his doctorate in Physical Education from Alagappa University, Karaikudi in the year 2022.

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His main area of interest is in orthopaedic rehabilitation and ergonomic consultation. Vijayan provides leadership and support to his team at Rajagiri Hospital by maintaining a commitment to high quality, professional and holistic care and giving clients the advice and exercises they need to remain pain and injury free.

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Experience

  • Chief Physiotherapist - Since 2014
  • Physiotherapist – Sree Narayana Medical Mission Hospital, Cherthala - 2000 – 2003
  • Chief Physiotherapist / Head of Department – Vinayaka Mission Hospital, Salem - 2006-2014
  • Faculty - Vinayaka Mission's College of Physiotherapy, Salem - 2006-2014

Publications

Main Author

  • Overuse Injuries in Long Distance Running - A Literature Review on Risk Factors : Indian Journal of Applied Research, December 2019, Vol.9, Issue-12  
  • Low Back Pain in Pregnancy – Incidence & Risk Factors: Indian Journal of Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy. April-June 2012, Vol.6, No.2, 138-142 (International Indexed Journal)

Co-author

  • Less Invasive Management of Closed & Grade I & II Compound Proximal Tibial Fractures With Locking Compression Plates – A Clinical Study: Journal of Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association; August 2012; Vol 38; Issue 2; 7-13
  • Outcomes of Surgical Treatment of Acetabular Fractures: Journal of Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association; August 2012; Vol 38; Issue 2; 19-25
  • Cemented Bipolar Hemiarthroplasty for Femoral Neck Fractures in Elderly Patients: Journal of Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association; August 2012; Vol 38; Issue 2; 30-35
  • Cemented Bipolar Hemiarthroplasty For Femoral Neck Fractures In Elderly Patients: Journal of Orthopedic association of South Indian States; August 2012; Vol 6
  • Distal femoral locking plate fixation for Muller’s Type-C fracture femur: Journal of Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association; February 2011; Vol 37; 68-71
  • Proximal Femoral Nailing (PFN) of pertrochanteric fractures: Journal of Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association; February 2011; Vol 37; 72-75 Cemented Total Knee Arthroplasty – A short term clinical and functional assessment and outcome analysis: Journal of Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association; February 2011; Vol 37; 96-101
  • Outcomes following cemented total hip arthroplasty: Journal of Tamil Nadu Orthopaedic Association; February 2011; Vol 37; 109-117 Cemented Total Knee Arthroplasty – A short term clinical and functional assessment and outcome analysis: Journal of Orthopedic association of South Indian States; August 2009; Vol 6
  • Distal femoral locking plate fixation for Muller’s Type-C fracture femur: Journal of Orthopedic association of South Indian States; August 2009; Vol 6

Expertise

Orthopaedic Rehabilitation
Geriatric Rehabilitation
Ergonomic Consultation

Awards and Accomplishments

  • Best outgoing student & winner of Annapoorani Ammal Prize for securing highest marks in MPT in Annamalai University during the academic year 2005–06
  • A scholarship under Ramasamy Padayatchiar Endowment instituted by Government of Tamil Nadu, for the year 2004-05 in recognition of academic performance during the course of MPT


Memberships

  • Life Member - Indian Society of Ergonomics.
  • Life Member - Spinal Cord Society

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