Pune: Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra inaugurated the state-of-the-art Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Department at Sancheti Hospital, Pune, highlighting the indispensable role physiotherapists play not only in sports recovery but also in mental and emotional well-being.
The new facility is set to become a national benchmark in sports physiotherapy in India, integrating multi-specialty treatment approaches under one roof.
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“Physiotherapists aren’t just a part of the recovery process – they are the recovery,” Bindra said during the event, reflecting on his two-decade-long sports career, which saw him work closely with over 10 physiotherapists. “They are our physical healers and emotional supporters. In my case, they even helped mend critical relationships during challenging times in my career,” he added.
A First-of-Its-Kind Holistic Healing Center
The newly inaugurated department at Sancheti Hospital offers a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to treatment. It houses highly qualified experts across neuro, orthopaedic, paediatric, vestibular, cardio-respiratory, and sports physiotherapy, ensuring holistic and personalized patient care.
Present at the inauguration were:
- Dr K H Sancheti, Founder President, Sancheti Hospitals
- Dr Parag Sancheti, Chairman, Sancheti Hospitals
- Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director, Bajaj Auto
- Manisha Sanghvi, Executive Director, Sancheti Hospital
- Rupal Sancheti, Director of Home Healthcare and Communications
- Darshita Narvani, HoD, Physiotherapy Department
“This centre is built on the foundation of individualisation, holistic care, and vitality,” said Rajiv Bajaj, lauding its world-class infrastructure and patient-focused approach.
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Physiotherapists: Supporting Peak Performance in Sports and Life
Dr Parag Sancheti, Chairman of Sancheti Hospitals, remarked, “Abhinav Bindra has long been an inspiration – not only as a sportsman but also through his philanthropic work with the Abhinav Bindra Foundation.
The physiotherapy centre inaugurated by him today will significantly impact both athletes and patients, empowering them to reach peak physical performance.”
Bindra also underlined the growing challenge of physical inactivity and postural issues in modern lifestyles. He emphasized that the department would not only aid recovery but also play a crucial role in preventive care, helping individuals maintain long-term physical health.
