Home Program
This includes, Initial assessment & 4 supervised exercise sessions at our Rehab centre &
Read MoreHome exercise guidance in the form of Handouts & exercise charts.
It all began over a cup of tea and a couple of friends and the fact that I had just turned 50 and that I had reached the peak of my career and that, after reading ‘Tuesdays with Morrie’, I felt motivated to alleviate patient’s suffering and that, I thought nothing could be better than starting a Pulmonary Rehab Centre to help Chronic Respiratory patients, add life to their years. Every guideline and article talked about pulmonary rehabilitation as a part of therapy, but sadly it was not being given importance.
Read MoreAfter graduating in Textile Technology, I started working in large Textile mills.I worked in the dusty and cotton fiber atmosphere for 40 years and retired as a General manager. I was also a heavy smoker. This resulted in getting breathing problems and constant coughing.
I consulted few doctors about this problem .I started attending Art of Living and started breathing yoga exercises. But the problem continued. Finally, I met well-known chest specialist Dr. Prabhu Desai in 2008 and I have been under his treatment . In May 2013 he advised me to attend PULMONARY REHABILITATION CENTER which I promptly did. I have been attending the Rehab center regularly since then. Under the able guidance Physiotherapists Dr. Poorvi Shah and Dr. Priyanka Jain, I have been doing breathing exercises, weight exercises, cycling, tread mil, terra band exercises and aerobics .
The atmosphere in the center is very friendly and congenial . Dr. Poorvi and Dr. Priyanka look after their patients with loving care .Half the illness is cured when the doctor –patient relationship is good.The concept of pulmonary rehabilitation center is new in India . With present day pollution in the atmosphere, many people are affected by chest and lung problems ( C.O.P.D. and lung fibrosis). There is a need for more such centers. I am glad to have such a center nearby . Since I have been attending regularly, I have been able to maintain good health for an 80-year-old (Young man).I must thank Dr.Prabhu Desai, Dr.Poorvi Shah and Dr. Priyanka Jain for keeping me fit and fine.
This includes, Initial assessment & 4 supervised exercise sessions at our Rehab centre &
Read MoreHome exercise guidance in the form of Handouts & exercise charts.
Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a Lifestyle Change rather than a therapy for lung patients. So it should be practised for life time; but to get some appreciable benefit of it, we recommend at least 2 months of scheduled exercise program.
Read MoreThis includes 24 alternate day exercise sessions, 1 individual Diet consultation & 2 reassessments. Alternate day exercise sessions are of around 30-45 min with rest periods. The session starts with various breathing exercises to improve lung expansion followed by Aerobic exercises like walking, treadmill, cycling, stepper etc. & Strength exercises with dumbells , weight cuffs, therabands and theratubes etc. Other aches & pains like knee pain, shoulder pain, back pains are also attended to, to make the workout smoother. At the end of each month (12 sessions), 1 reassessment is done & final report is given on completion of 2 months (24 sessions) Program.
Pulmonary rehabilitation is a course of education and physical activity that helps you to learn more about your condition, improve your fitness and strength, and feel less breathless. By understanding your condition and knowing how to cope with it we help to put you back in control again. It works very well and can make a real difference to your life.
We offer it to all patients with long-term (chronic) lung disease - generally those with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), asthma or bronchiectasis, although it works for most respiratory conditions.
Read MoreThe atmosphere in the center is very friendly and congenial . Dr. Poorvi and Dr. Priyanka look after their patients with loving care .Half the illness is cured when the doctor –patient relationship is good.The concept of pulmonary rehabilitation center is new in India . With present day pollution in the atmosphere, many people are affected by chest and lung problems ( C.O.P.D. and lung fibrosis). There is a need for more such centers. I am glad to have such a center nearby . Since I have been attending regularly, I have been able to maintain good health for an 80-year-old (Young man).I must thank Dr.Prabhu Desai, Dr.Poorvi Shah and Dr. Priyanka Jain for keeping me fit and fine.
At Pratibha Prabhakar Rehab we’re a very close-knit and highly skilled team, with the expertise, capability and dedication to satisfy all your Rehabilitation needs. We always prioritise you and your Health. All our doctors are all highly active, & Skilled.
Dr. Poorvi Devani
Dr. Poorvi Shah Devani is a chief Physiotherapist at Pratibha Prabhakar Pulmonary Rehabilitation Centre, Mumbai.
She completed her BPTH from VSPM college of physiotherapy, Nagpur & Masters in cardiovascular & Respiratory physiotherapy from Seth G.S Medical college & KEM Hospital, Mumbai.
After gaining clinical experience in coronary critical care unit at
Nanavati Hospital, Dr. Poorvi worked at Lilavati Hospital as a full time Physiotherapist in Adult and Peadiatric ICU for 2.5 years.
During this period, she also served as a guest lecturer for DNB students of chest Medicine in Lilavati Hospital and research centre .
Dr. Shah has Published her Paper on Pulmonary rehabilitation in chronic respiratory disease patients in Indian journal of physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
she has also presented a paper in 43rd Annual conference of Indian association of physiotherapist.
Apart from being a member of the Indian association of physiotherapist & Maharashtra state OT PT council, Dr. Poorvi has also been a resource person in hands on workshops in “Pulmonary rehabilitation” organized by GSK for chest physicians and physiotherapist in 2014-15. And Terna medical college in 2015.
Dr. Shah has keen interest in spreading awareness and education in Pulmonary rehabilitation in Medical field and patients.
Dr. Neha Maru
Dr. Neha Maru (Physio Therapist ) She is qualified physiotherapist for treating patients with respiratory illness. She completed her BPTh from Deccan Education Society Brijlal Jindal College of Physiotherapy. Worked at Bombay Hospital & Medical Research Center. She Strongly belives in Comprehensive continuing care and so she help her patients make life style changes as required.
Dr. Amrita Desai
Dr Amrita Desai
Completed B.P.T. from Ravi Nair Physiotherapy College, Maharashtra University Of Health Sciences, Nashik. Completed M.P.T. from Srinivas College Of Physiotherapy, Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences, Bangalore.
Worked at BSES MG Global Hospital and Research Centre, Managed by Bramha Kumaris’ , Andheri west, for 8 years.
Having experience with Critical patients in ICU, ICCU, NICU and Orthopaedic , Neurology, Post surgical patients.
Presently Working with Pratibha Prabhakar Pulmonary Rehab Centre, Goregaon west, as Cardio-Pulmonary Physiotherapist and enjoying the satisfaction of improving the Quality of Life of People with respiratory problems.
Dr. Priyanka Jain
Ms. Priyanka Jain is a qualified physiotherapist with 6 years of hands-on experience at treating patients with respiratory illness. She strongly believes in holistic wellness. Her treatment philosophy is not only help patient find symptomatic relief but also educate them about their illness and help them make lifestyle changes to improve their quality of life.
