Dr. Mansoor Rahman A., PT PhD

Total Experience
Area of interest
course handled
Game based rehabilitation for children with special needs
Traditional Indian folk games for health benefits
Adapted Physical Education
BPT
Biomechanics
Exercise therapy-I
Exercise therapy-II
Electrotherapy – I
Electrotherapy – II
PT in Neurology - Paediatric topics
Research and Biostatistics
MPT
Applied anatomy,Kinesiology and Pathomechanics
International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health
Paediatric Physiotherapy – Assessment
Paediatric Physiotherapy- Treatment strategies
Research and Biostatistics
Education Details

Publication details
1. Rahman M, et al. Listing of Indian folk games for potential therapeutic benefits in children with neurodevelopmental disability. Games for Health Journal. 2023; Scopus Q1.
2. Rahman M, et al. Estimating the impact of the pandemic on children’s physical health: a scoping review. Journal of School Health. 2023; Scopus Q1. (Manuscript archived in UNICEF Library).
3. Rahman M, et al. Revitalizing traditional Indian games: inclusive game adaptations for children with cerebral palsy. Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology. 2024; Scopus Q1.
4. Rahman M, et al. Use of Laban/Bartenieff Movement Studies to profile neonatal movements: an exploratory study. Human Movement. 2022; Scopus Q2.
5. Rahman M, et al. Unmasking health and inclusivity: health benefits of traditional Indian games for children with neurodevelopmental disability. Journal of Scientific Society. 2022; Web of Science Q4.
6. Rahman M, et al. Correlation between physical activities and agility in healthy Indian young adults: a cross-sectional study. The Journal of Indian Association of Physiotherapists. 2021.
7. Rahman M, et al. Learn from home! A critical incidents report on remote curriculum delivery in physiotherapy. KLE Journal. 2021; UGC CARE Listed.
8. Rahman M, et al. The effect of a circuit training program on functional performance in children with spastic cerebral palsy: a quasi-experimental pilot study. International Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Studies. 2020.
9. Rahman M, et al. The test–retest reliability of the 10-meter walk test in healthy young adults: a cross-sectional study. IOSR Journal. 2020.
10. Rahman M, et al. Unlocking the power of play: exploring the benefits of traditional games for adapted sports in people with cerebral palsy—a scoping review. Physiotherapy Quarterly. 2023; Scopus Q3.
11. Rahman M, et al. Unveiling a comprehensive game classification system to promote health in children with neurodevelopmental disability: a scoping review. Critical Reviews in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2023; Scopus Q4.
12. Rahman M, et al. Impact of adapted folk games on activity and participation in individuals with cerebral palsy: an exploratory proof-of-concept study. Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology. Under review; Scopus Q1.
13. Rahman M, et al. Exploring the movements of traditional games: an innovative approach for analyzing movement patterns. Manuscript under preparation.
14. Rahman M, et al. Adaptation of traditional games to improve activity and participation in children with disabilities: translation of current research. Manuscript under preparation.
15. Rahman M, et al. Waking up the youth: sleep is essential for health. Manipal Journal of Medical Sciences. Accepted
Awards and Achievements
- Best Scientist (2023 & 2024) for research achievements, 9th INCPT Conference, AIIMS New Delhi.
- Third place award for “Revitalizing Traditional Games: Inclusive Game Adaptations for Children with Cerebral Palsy,” 9th INCPT Conference, AIIMS New Delhi.
- First place for “Fostering inclusivity: Adapting traditional games using existing frameworks for children with disabilities – a scoping review,” International Conference, JSS College of Physiotherapy.
- First place for “Potential benefits of traditional Indian games for cerebral palsy,” International Cerebral Palsy Conference, JSS College of Physiotherapy.
- Paper presented: “Exploring the Movements of Traditional Indian Games: An Innovative Approach for Analyzing the Movement Patterns,” INCPT Conference, AIIMS New Delhi.
- Top Downloaded Article Certificate (Wiley) for “Estimating the Impact of the Pandemic on Children’s Physical Health: A Scoping Review,” UNICEF Library.
Workshops / Seminars
- Speaker: Adaptation of playing tools for Indian folk games, ICMR in collaboration with WHO Partnership, International Red Cross, and other global organizations.
- Speaker: Enhancing Accessibility: Adapting Indian Folk Games for Children with Cerebral Palsy, 10th INCPT Conference, AIIMS New Delhi.
Work Experience
- Clinical Therapist, Sri Ramadasa Hospital, Palani, Tamil Nadu (03 May 2013 – 05 November 2013).
- PICU Physiotherapist, MIOT Multispecialty Hospitals, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (11 November 2013 – 12 November 2014).
- Lecturer cum Clinical Therapist, Alva’s College of Physiotherapy, Mangalore, Karnataka (20 November 2014 – 27 November 2017).
- Assistant Professor cum Clinical Therapist, JSS College of Physiotherapy, Mysuru, Karnataka (07 March 2018 – 30 November 2022).
- Assistant Professor cum Clinical Therapist, MGM Institute of Physiotherapy, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (Aurangabad), Maharashtra (27 January 2023 – 29 December 2025).
- Associate Professor, SRM IST – College of Physiotherapy, Trichy Campus, SRM University (05 January 2026 – Present).
Memberships
Lifetime Member in Indian Association of Physiotherapy [L 50511]
Funded Projects
- Adaptation of Indian folk games to increase physical activity and academic performance in school-going children with cerebral palsy (5–18 years).Funding agency: National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT-ERIC), India. Grant amount: ₹5,32,000. Status: Completed
- Effect of traditional Indian folk games to improve physical activity in individuals with cerebral palsy: An observational study.Funding agency: Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), India. Grant amount: ₹23,63,000. Status: Completed
