1. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of active and passive participation in music therapy on social emotional skills of ADHD children. Int J Sci Res. 2017;6(9). ISSN: 2319-7064.

2. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of individualized use of a multi-sensory environment on engagement in preschool children with ADHD. Int J Sci Res. 2018;7(10). ISSN: 2319-7064.

3. Mahendran M. Identification of occupational therapy domains for new conceptual model of activity configuration approach strategies for pediatrics habituation and rehabilitation. Int J Creat Res Thoughts. 2020;8(9). ISSN: 2320-2882.

4. Mahendran M. A study of correlation between parents’ satisfaction and concern of occupational therapy intervention for pediatrics. Int J Sci Res. 2020;9(8). ISSN: 2319-7064.

5. Mahendran M. The effectiveness of occupational therapy spatial play based on cooperative behaviour in elementary school aged children with autism spectrum disorder. Tamil Nadu J Public Health Med Res. 2023;2(4).

6. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of Wilbarger protocol and neutral warmth for treating children with sensory defensiveness and aggressive behaviour. Int J Res Anal Rev. 2021;8(3). ISSN: 2348-1269.

7. Mahendran M. Parent child relationship perspectives of occupational therapy telehealth intervention using an activity configuration approach during COVID-19 pandemic situation. Int J All Res Educ Sci Methods. 2022;10(3). ISSN: 2455-6211.

8. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of contemporary task-oriented approach based occupational therapy intervention for children with handwriting and fine motor difficulties. Tamil Nadu J Public Health Med Res. 2023;3(3).

9. Mahendran M. A study on human resource management practices in paediatric occupational therapy clinics. Int J Adv Appl Res Rev. 2022;21(14):18–20.

10. Mahendran M. Efficacy of early diagnosis and developmental approaches of paediatric occupational therapy on acute disseminated encephalomyelitis: A case report. Kauverian Med J. 2022;2(4).

11. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of Rood’s approach based paediatric occupational therapy management in children with congenital muscular torticollis. Kauverian Med J. 2022;2(4).

12. Mahendran M. Efficacy of individualized use of a multisensory integrative environment on engagement in children with sensory modulation disorder. Nightingale J. 2022;2(4).

13. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of rehabilitative approach-based management for children with Japanese encephalitis. Nightingale J. 2022;2(5).

14. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of activity configuration approach based occupational therapy intervention for children with congenital muscular torticollis: A case study. Kauverian Med J. 2023;5(13).

15. Mahendran M. A study of member’s perception and satisfaction in Kattappana Cooperative Hospital. In: Proceedings of 37th Annual National Research Conference, VAMNICOM, Pune; 2023. p.97–107.

16. Mahendran M. Music therapy for autism children. In: Sathyavannan VR, editor. Autism Perspective. 2nd ed. Swastik Foundation Publications; 2023. p.132–136.

17. Mahendran M. Role of cooperative hospitals in providing sustainable health care services to the community: A study. In: Proceedings of 38th Annual National Research Conference, VAMNICOM, Pune; 2023.

18. Mahendran M. The expenditure of universal health care in India: A mock-up base approximation. In: Saravanan B, Sharath Kumar MP, editors. Structural and Institutional Dimensions of Sustainable Development Goals in India. 1st ed. PSG College of Arts and Science; 2023. p.126–129.

19. Mahendran M. Application of short concentration modified constraint induced movement therapy for infantile hemiplegia with functional ability difficulties: A case study. Tamil Nadu J Public Health Med Res. 2023;3(3).

20. Mahendran M. Dynamics of women’s entrepreneurial development of CM-PFSG. In: Proceedings of ICSSR International Conference on Women Empowerment; VAMNICOM, Pune; 2023.

21. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of tactile spatial oriented approach based paediatric occupational therapy intervention for children with infantile hemiplegia. Kauverian Sci J. 2024;6(4).

22. Mahendran M. Exploring the interplay between sleep patterns and behavioural characteristics in individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Kauverian Med J. 2024;6(1).

23. Mahendran M. Application of evidence-based practice care for individuals with spinal cord injury with functional difficulties: Role of occupational therapy practice guidelines. Kauverian Med J. 2021;1(3):5–8.

24. Mahendran M. Occupational therapy interventions for schizophrenia: A systematic review. Kauverian Med J. 2024;7(2):13–17.

25. Mahendran M. Effectiveness of proprioceptive integration on sensory specific balance training in osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial. MGM J Med Sci. 2025;12:113–119.

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• Serving as Class Advisor and Mentor for UG II Year students (50 students) from June 2025 to February 2026, and currently appointed as Class Advisor and Mentor for UG I Year students(50 students) (February 2026-Till Date).
• Worked as Library and Research In-Charge, Department of Occupational Therapy (2025-2026), overseeing academic resources and research source activities.
• Appointed as Clinical In-Charge for Occupational Therapy in Paediatrics and General Ward Unit (2025 Till Date), supervising clinical training and patient care services.
• Serving as Internship Coordinator (In-Campus and Off-Campus) and Institutional Social Service Coordinator (2025-2026), managing student placements and community outreach programs.
• Appointed as Website Coordinator for SRM College of Occupational Therapy and Internal Paper Evaluator for PG University Examinations, contributing to academic evaluation processes.

★     Young Research Award (2022) –Received the Young Research Award from the International Journal of Advancedand Applied Research in May 2022 for outstanding research contribution in rehabilitation and occupational therapy.

★     Best Paper Award (2024) – Awarded Best Paper at the ICSSR Sponsored Two-Day International Conference organized by the Department of Commerce, Thanthai Periyar Government Arts and Science College (Autonomous), Tiruchirappalli on 28th & 29th February 2024.

 

★     University Rank Holder in MOT –Paediatrics (2017–2022) – Secured First Class with University Rank in Master of Occupational Therapy (Paediatrics), demonstrating academic excellence at both UG and PG levels.

★     Lincoln Book of Records – World Record (2022) – Recognized in the Lincoln Book of Records for participating in the world’s first 12-hour Talk Marathon conducted by 25 Occupational Therapists via Instagram Live under the theme “Opportunity + Choice = Justice.”

★     Research Contribution to KMC Hospital (2022–2024) – Served as a Young Rehabilitation Research Contributor, actively engaging in clinical research, evidence-based practice, and academic publications in paediatric occupational therapy.

★     Extensive Research Publications (35+ Papers) – Published more than 35 research articles in peer-reviewed national and international journals including IJSR, IJCRT, Kauverian Medical Journal, IJRAR, MGM Journal of Medical Sciences, and Tamil Nadu Journal of Public Health and Medical Research, focusing on paediatric occupational therapy, autism, ADHD, sensory integration, and rehabilitation sciences.

★     Patent Filed (2025) – Filed a patent titled “Activity Based Configurational Developmental Assessment Tool” on 25 July 2025, contributing to innovation in paediatric developmental assessment and occupational therapy evaluation methods.

1.     Mahendran M participated in a state level conference on Oncology Rehabilitation: Essential Components of Quality Care held at KMCH College of Occupational Therapy, Coimbatore on 22 Nov 2014 for 6 hours.

2.     Mahendran M participated in a CPD program on Rehabilitation Concepts in Cerebral Palsy – Core Concepts andAssessment conducted by JKKM MRF College of Physiotherapy, Komarapalayam on 10 Oct 2015 for 8 hours.

3.     Mahendran M participated in a CPD program on Rehabilitation Concepts in Stroke – Core Concepts and Assessment conducted by JKKM MRF College of Physiotherapy, Komarapalayam on 11 Oct 2015 for 8 hours.

4.     Mahendran M participated in a national conference on Autism Towards Evidence-Based Practice held at SRM College of Occupational Therapy on 28–29 Jun 2018.

5.     Mahendran M attended a CRE program on Assistive Devices and Technology for Persons with Intellectual Disability organized by Mobility India, Bangalore on 14 Jul 2018 for 6 hours.

6.     Mahendran M participated in a workshop on Sensory Processing Disorder held at MRM Speech Therapy and Audiology Clinic, Trichy on 29 Jul 2018.

7.     Mahendran M attended a state level CME on Physiology of Cognitive Neuroscience at Sri Devaraj Urs Medical College, Kolar on 6 Aug 2018.

8.     Mahendran M participated in a state level CME on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy conducted by JKKM MRF College of Occupational Therapy, TN Palayam during 22–24 Nov 2018.

9.Mahendran M participated in a CME on Family Centered Occupational Therapy Training Program and World OT Day Awareness held at MRM 

Clinic, Trichy on 23 Oct 2019.

10.     Mahendran M attended a state level CME on Continuous Occupational Therapy Education at Senses Occupational Therapy Centre, Trichy on 21 Jul 2019.

11.     Mahendran M participated in a state level CME on Current Clinical Approaches and Goal Planning in Stroke Rehabilitation held at Hamsa Rehabilitation Centre, Trichy on 26 Aug 2023.

12.    Mahendran M attended a state level CME on Mental Health is a Universal Human Right conducted at Kauvery Hospital – Hamsa

Rehabilitation Unit, Trichy on 10 Oct 2023

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ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

1. Mahendran M. Assistant Professor, Department of Paediatrics, College of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences (FMHS), SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRM IST), Tiruchirappalli; Jun 2025- Present.

INDUSTRY / CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

1. Mahendran M. Consultant Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Department of Paediatrics, Hamsa Kids Rehabilitation Unit, Kauvery Multispeciality Hospital, Tiruchirappalli; Nov 2022 - Dec 2024.

2. Mahendran M. Consultant Occupational Therapist, Occupational Therapy Unit, MRM Speech Therapy & Audiology Clinic, Tiruchirappalli; Apr 2018- Dec 2020.

3. Mahendran M. Consultant Paediatric Occupational Therapist and Proprietor, SMS Paediatric Rehabilitation Care Center; Dec 2024 - Present.

RESEARCH EXPERIENCE

1. Mahendran M. Extensive research experience in Paediatric and Rehabilitation Occupational Therapy with publications in indexed national and international journals from 2017 to 2026.

2. Mahendran M. Research focus areas include Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), sensory integration, multisensory environments, handwriting intervention, telehealth rehabilitation, and activity configuration approach in paediatric occupational therapy.

3. Mahendran M. Authored and co-authored multiple research designs including original research articles, case reports, systematic reviews, randomized controlled trials, conference proceedings, and edited book chapters in the field of occupational therapy and rehabilitation sciences.

4. Mahendran M. Contributed evidence-based clinical research emphasizing paediatric rehabilitation, developmental assessment, sensory modulation disorders, infantile hemiplegia, congenital muscular torticollis, and neurodevelopmental conditions.

5. Mahendran M. Engaged in interdisciplinary research integrating cooperative healthcare services, parental satisfaction in therapy, human resource management in paediatric OT clinics, and sustainable healthcare development.

6. Mahendran M. Demonstrated commitment to translational research through innovation in intervention strategies, clinical outcome measurement, and development of activity-based configurational assessment tools for paediatric populations.

7. Mahendran M. Active involvement in academic research supervision, UG research guidance, and clinical research contributions aligned with evidence-based occupational therapy practice and sustainable paediatric healthcare advancement

1. All Indian Occupational Therapist Association (AIOTA)

Registration No: L-5398/19

Type: National

Duration: Lifetime

2. Academic Council of Occupational Therapist Association (ACOT)

Registration No: A-06240

Type: National

Duration: 10 years

3. Tamil Nadu Branch of AIOTA (TNAIOTA)

Registration No: L-787/19

Type: State

Duration: Lifetime

4. Healthcare Professionals Registry (HPR)

HPR ID No: 71053808830239

Type: National

Duration: Lifetime

5. National Commission for Allied and Healthcare Professions (NCAHP)

NCAHP ID No: 99-7735-7547-7231

Type: National

Duration: Lifetime

6. Indian Multimedia Association

Registration No: 0618 MFACBE36

Type: National

Duration: Lifetime

• Serving as Class Advisor and Mentor for UG II Year students (50 students) from June 2025 to February 2026, and currently appointed as Class Advisor and Mentor for UG I Year students(50 students) (February 2026-Till Date).
• Worked as Library and Research In-Charge, Department of Occupational Therapy (2025-2026), overseeing academic resources and research source activities.
• Appointed as Clinical In-Charge for Occupational Therapy in Paediatrics and General Ward Unit (2025 Till Date), supervising clinical training and patient care services.
• Serving as Internship Coordinator (In-Campus and Off-Campus) and Institutional Social Service Coordinator (2025-2026), managing student placements and community outreach programs.
• Appointed as Website Coordinator for SRM College of Occupational Therapy and Internal Paper Evaluator for PG University Examinations, contributing to academic evaluation processes.