HMC celebrates World Physiotherapy Day, focusing on low back pain

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) joined the global community in celebrating World Physiotherapy Day, observed annually on September 8. Thi...

Doha, Qatar: Hamad Medical Corporation (HMC) joined the global community in celebrating World Physiotherapy Day, observed annually on September 8. This year, the theme centered around Low Back Pain (LBP) and highlighted the vital role of physiotherapy in its management and prevention.

Under the leadership of Dr. Hanadi Al Hamad, Deputy Chief of Rehabilitation, Long-Term Care, and Geriatrics, and Lead of Corporate Rehabilitation Therapy Services at HMC and Noora Al Mudekhla, Assistant Executive Director for Clinical Services, Physiotherapy at HMC, a series of activities and events have been organized throughout September to raise awareness about the significance of physical therapy in enhancing the health and wellbeing of individuals across Qatar.

Events centered around public and staff engagement. For the community, various HMC facilities will have public awareness booths to educate patients and visitors on prevention strategies, ergonomic practices and the appropriate times to seek physiotherapy services. The campaign will also aim to reach a wider audience with booths at various malls promoting the importance of physical activity in preventing and managing LBP.

HMC staff will also have the opportunity to engage in the health day with a seminar to stimulate discussion on the latest advancements in physiotherapy with a focus on LBP as well as an educational event to learn about the tools necessary to address and manage their own LBP which has been organized by HMC's Wellness Department.

Social media will also play a vital role in spreading awareness about LBP, its causes, prevention techniques and the role of physiotherapy in its management. The campaign aims to reach a broad audience across Qatar, encouraging proactive health measures and informing the public about available physiotherapy services.