Ishmeet Singh (PT) The burgeoning field of rehabilitation technology (RehabTech) holds immense promise for improving the lives of individuals with disabilities. However, an article titled “Engineers in RehabTech are building products, not solutions” raises a critical concern: the potential for engineers to prioritize creating innovative products without fully understanding the specific needs and challenges faced…
Ishmeet Singh (PT) The ivory tower, once a symbol of intellectual pursuit, can sometimes feel more like a pressure cooker on the verge of exploding. The relentless pressure to publish, coupled with a culture of competition and hierarchy, can create a toxic environment that stifles creativity and hinders research progress. This pervasive culture not only…
Ishmeet Singh (PT) The rehabilitation technology (RehabTech) landscape is brimming with promise. From intelligent prosthetics to virtual reality therapy, advancements in this field offer the potential to revolutionize the lives of individuals with disabilities. However, a critical question lingers: are engineers prioritizing bringing these products to market ahead of creating impactful solutions? The allure of…
By Ishmeet Singh (PT) In the bustling landscape of Indian healthcare, physiotherapists stand as crucial pillars of recovery, movement, and well-being. From helping athletes regain peak performance to assisting the elderly in maintaining independence, our role is invaluable. Yet, beneath the surface of growing demand, the profession in India often grapples with significant challenges, notably…
By Ishmeet Singh (PT) In the complex and often demanding world of Indian healthcare, professionals tirelessly strive to provide the best possible care. However, many face profound challenges that go beyond medical diagnoses – challenges that impact their well-being and, by extension, the very quality of care patients receive. Two critical, interconnected issues at the…
Ishmeet Singh (PT) Spinal cord injury (SCI) is a devastating condition that profoundly impacts lives. The profound hope for a cure or significant recovery often fuels a market for unproven therapies. Among these, stem cell therapy stands out as an area fraught with ethical concerns. This article aims to expose the unethical practices employed by…
By Ishmeet Singh (PT) Physiotherapy is a profession built on empathy, healing, and patient-centered care. Yet, the very academic environments designed to cultivate these values can sometimes harbor a challenging undercurrent: rigid hierarchies and a culture that, inadvertently or otherwise, breeds toxicity. This isn’t just an internal academic issue; it has far-reaching consequences for the…
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