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Dr Wajida Perveen (HOD)

Associate Professor
Head of Department DPT

Experience & Activities

      • She graduated From King Edward Medical College in 2000.
      • She completed her Post graduation (t-DPT) from King Edward Medical University.
      • MS-OMPT from Riphah International University in 2015.
      • Currently, she is a PhD scholar at University of Lahore, Pakistan.
      • She has diverse experiences as academician, clinician and a researcher in Public & Private sectors Academic Institutions and Private Healthcare providers.
      • She has been supervising undergraduate research (DPT) since 2018.
      • She is an external examiner for post graduate thesis evaluation.
      • She is the secretary of Curriculum Review Committee UHS Lahore.
      • She has a range of professional experience in Musculoskeletal and Pediatrics Rehabilitation.
      • Her carrier is further supported by Team Physician Course by AFSM, Certification in Hospital and Health Care Management, Certification in BOTOX, Clinical Research Certified Professional, IPPCR from NIH USA, Certificate in Medical Teaching, Certificate in Medical editing and Certified Mulligan Practitioner.
      • She is an eminent scholar and reviewer in many national and international peer reviewed journals and conferences.
      • She is certified Medical Editor.
      • She has numerous reputable Publications in national and international journals.
      • She is member of world physiotherapy networks, communities of Practice.
      • She won the bursaries from World Physiotherapyand the International Forum for Back and Neck Pain Research in Primary Care (Australia), as an abstract presenter from LMIC (2021).
      • She hasongoing collaborative research projects (Physiotherapy Education) with her peers in
      • She has won Grants at the National & International Level.
      • She earned Research Impactrunner-up Position at CMH Lahore Medical College for the year 2024.
      • At CMH Lahore Medical College & IOD, she is focal person for clinical trials registry, a member of the steering committee L-ORIC, and Managing Editor MedERA Journal.

      Research & Publications:

       

      Published Journal Articles:

      1. Knowledge, Attitude, and Practices of Artificial Intelligence in Undergraduate and Postgraduate Physical Therapy Students. OA Published in The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences [ISSN (P): 2791-0784, ISSN (E): 2791-0792], 2025;5(2):490-95.

      DOI: http://doi.org/10.55735/tg4rxc70

      2. Effects of Electrical Stimulation Combined with Functional Activity in Children with Erb’s Palsy: A Quasi-Experimental Study. OA Published in The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences [ISSN (P): 2791-0784, ISSN (E): 2791-0792], 2025;5(2):490-95.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/6ma4w761

      1. Impact of Affected Knee Activity on Pain in the Sound Limb among Patients with Unilateral Knee Osteoarthritis. OA Published in Journal of Rehabilitation and Clinical Research(ISSN(P):3005-6748, ISSN(E): 3005-6756), 2025;3(1):10-14. DOI: https://doi.org/10.61776/jrcr.v3i2.4032
      2. Self-Perceived Fibromyalgia Among Female Students and Academicians; A Single City Study. OA Published in Journal of Aziz Fatima Medica and Dental College(ISSN(P):2706-7238, ISSN(E): 2706-7246), 2025;7(1):6-12. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55279/jafmdc.v7i1.363
      3. Balance Training Exercises and Mobility in Children with Visual Impairments: A Randomized Controlled Trial. OA Published in Pakistan Journal of Ophthalmology (ISSN (online: 2789-4347, Print (0886-3067) 2025;41(2):125-131. DOI: https://doi.org/10.36351/pjo.v41i2.2004

      URL: https://www.pjo.org.pk/index.php/pjo/article/view/2004

      1. Patient Satisfaction with Physical Therapy Management: A Single City Cross-Sectional Study, OA published in The Therapist (ISSN Online: 2790-7414, Print: 2790-7406) 2025;6(1):23-27.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.54393/tt.v6i1.271

      1. Relationship of Job Satisfaction and Neck Pain among Medical Professionals, OA published in The Esculapio Journal of Services Institute of Medical Sciences(ISSN (Online): 2309-592x, (Print): 2309-3080) 2024;20(04): 493-98.  DOI: http://doi.org/10.51273/esc24.25132049
      2. Association of Emotional Intelligence and Aggression with Physical Activity among Undergraduate Medical Students, OA published in Pakistan Journal of Health Sciences(ISSN(e):2790-9352, (P):2790-9344) 2024; 5(11):215-220. DOI: https://doi.org/10.54393/pjhs.v5i11.2091
      3. Effect of Prone Positioning and Alternate Nostril Breathing Technique on Oxygen Saturation and Psychological Status in Patients with COVID-19, OA published in Pakistan Biomedical Journal(ISSN: 2709-2798) 2024: 7(11):15-19.  DOI: https://doi.org/10.54393/pbmj.v7i11.1116
      4. Perception of Undergraduate Physiotherapy Students regarding clinical Instructors’ behavior during clinical training; A descriptive cross-sectional study, OA published in Pakistan Journal of HealthSciences (ISSN(e):2790-9352, (P):2790-9344) 2024; 5(11):7-12.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.54393/pjhs.v5i11.2068

      1. Effect of Iliotibial Band Myofascial Release Combined with Valgus Correction Exercise on Pain, Range of Motion, Balance, and Quality of Life in Participants with Grade II Knee Osteoarthritis: A randomized clinical trial, OA published in (MDPI) Life(ISSN:2075-1729) 2024:14, 1379.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/life14111379

      1. How low back pain is managed—a mixed methods study in 32 countries. Part 2 of Low Back Pain in Low- and Middle-Income Countries Series. Journal of Orthopedic & Sports Physical Therapy(ISSN:1938-1344 & 0190-6011) 2024: 54(8);560-72.

      DOI: https://www.jospt.org/doi/10.2519/jospt.2024.12406

      1. Effects of extracorporeal shockwave therapy versus ultrasonic therapy and deep friction massage in the management of lateral epicondylitis: a randomized clinical trial,OA published in Scientific Reports (ISSN 2045-2322) 2024; 14:16535. DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-67313-1
      2. Prevalence of Varicose Veins and Quality of Life among Security Guards, OA published in Pakistan Biomedical Journal (ISSN: 2709-2798) 2024:7(6):9-15  DOI: https://doi.org/10.54393/pbmj.v7i6.1113
      3. Prevalence of peripheral neuropathy, amputation, and quality of life in patients with diabetes mellitus, OA published inScientific Reports (ISSN 2045-2322) 2024; 14:14430.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s41598-024-65495-2

      1. Effects of Myofascial Release Technique along with Cognitive Behavior Therapy in University Students with Chronic Neck Pain and Forward Head Posture: A Randomized Clinical Trial. OA published in Behavioral Sciences (MDPI) ISSN: 2076-328X. Sci.2024;14(3): 205.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/bs14030205

      1. Outcomes of the Ponseti Technique in Different Types of Clubfoot—A Single Center Retrospective Analysis- OA published in children(MDPI) ISSN: 2227-9067, 2023; 10(8):1340-49.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/children10081340

      1. A Comparative Electromyographic Analysis of Flying Squirrel and 3-Point Quadripod Exercise for Lumbar Multifidus Muscle Activations among Healthy Female Subjects. OA Published in Healthcare(MDPI) ISSN: 2227-9032. 2023; 11(6) 833-43.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare11060833

      1. Effectiveness of Neurodynamic techniques for patients with Diabetic Neuropathy: A case series published in Physiotherapy quarterly(ISSN: 2544-4395) 2023; 31(3)18-21.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.5114/pq.2021.111834

      1. Comparison of mulligan traction and neural mobilizations in the management of Pain in patients with cervical radiculopathies: A quasi experimental Study.OA in JRCRS (ISSN 2226-9215 e-ISSN: 2410-888X) 2022; 10(2):80-84. DOI: https://dxdoi.org/10.53389/JRCRS.2022100205
      2. Effects of Sciatic Nerve Mobilization on Pain, Disability and Range in Patients with Lumbar Radicular PainOA Published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L, 2022;16(10):97-99.  DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs22161097
      3. A knowledge attitude and practice survey in women during antenatal period regarding rehabilitation services. OA published in Journal of Xi’an Shiyou University, Natural Science Edition ISSN:1673-064X, 2022; 18(9):167-175.
      4. Association of Stress with Sleeping Difficulties in Medical and allied sciences students: Cross Sectional StudyOA Published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L, 2022; 16(5):866-7.  DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs22164866
      5. Comparison of effects of dry needling with conventional physiotherapy treatment in patients with knee osteoarthritis for pain management and functional improvements. OA published in Pakistan Journal of Physiology. (ISSN (Print): 1819-270X, ISSN (Online):2073-1183, 2022; 18(1):48-52.
      6. Outcomes of Multidisciplinary Team Approach in Stroke Rehabilitation, Published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L)2022; 16(3):78-9. 

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs2216378

      1. Effects of Mulligan Pain Release Phenomenon Technique in the Management of Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome: RCT. OA published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L)2022; 16(3):72-4. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs2216372
      2. Comparison of Maitland Mobilization and Mulligan Mobilization with movement on pain and hand function in patients having post Colle’s Fracture Stiffness.Original article published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L) 2022; 16(1):169-171.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs22161169

      1. Determination of factors influencing Physical therapy treatment compliance. Original article published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L) 2021; 15(12):3244-45. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs2115123244
      2. Effects of Tailored Motor Control Rehabilitation versus Standard Exercise Program in the Management of Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain; A non-randomized clinical study. Published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L) 2021; 15(11):3219-21.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs2115113219

      1. Kinesiophobia and Outcomes of Lower extremity Exercise regime in subjects with Knee Osteoarthritis: A case series. Published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L) 2021 Vol 15(10):2631-32. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs2115102631
      2. Spirituality among doctor of physical therapy students in Lahore, Pakistan, published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L) 2021;15(9):2323-24.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs211592325

      1. Correlation between Heavy School Bags and Upper Limb Disabilities among School Going Children; OA published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L) 2021; 15(9):2325-26. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs211592323
      2. Comparative Effects of Static Stretching versus Stretching with Traction on Hamstrings Flexibility in Patients with Backache; A Randomized Controlled Trial, The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, 2021 Vol 1(1):2-8. DOI: https://doi.org/10.55735/thjprs.v1i1.18
      3. Burnout among Adolescent Population during Covid-19 Lockdown in Sialkot Pakistan; OA published in Pakistan Journal of Public Health(P–ISSN: 2225-0891 E-ISSN: 2226-7018) 2021; 11(2):107-112.  DOI: http://doi.org/32413/pjph.v11i2.750 

      (Protocol registered at clinicaltrials.gov NCT04697030 & WCPT COVID-19 Registry)

      1. The Effectiveness of Mulligan Techniques to increase the Flexibility of Hamstring Muscles: A Quasi-Experimental Study. OA published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L) 2020; 14(4):922-924.

      https://pjmhsonline.com/published-issues/2020-issues/oct-dec-2020?product_id=9356

      1. Frequency of non-specific lower back pain in female university students due to conventional class room seats. Original article published in JRCRS(ISSN 2226-9215 e-ISSN: 2410-888X) special issue 2020; 8(01): S1-S3. DOI: https://doi.org/10.5455/JRCRS.202008SI01
        1. Effectiveness of Anterior Humeral Head Reposition Tape to increase shoulder elevation in subjects with frozen shoulder” A Quasi Experimental Trial. (OA Full text) JRCRS (ISSN2226-9215 e-ISSN: 2410-888X 2017; 5(1):3-7. https://jrcrs.riphah.edu.pk/jrcrs-volume-5-issue-1/
      2. Agreement of opinion between a physical therapist and an orthopedic surgeon about the advice and management of intra-articular corticosteroid injections in patients with shoulder pain. OA Full text in JRCRS (ISSN2226-9215 e-ISSN: 2410-888X) 2017; 5(1):21-4.

      https://jrcrs.riphah.edu.pk/jrcrs-volume-5-issue-1/

       

       

       

      Case Reports, Editorials and other Publications:

      1. Role of Artificial Intelligence in Transforming Ultrasonography for Pain Management and Regional Anesthesia. An editorial published inMedERA (ISSN(P):2521-0106,
        eISSN:2789-3081) 2025;7(1):1-2.  DOI: https://doi.org/10.61982/medera.v7i1.356
      2. Need to Foster Clinical Research Partnerships to Advance Physiotherapy Practice in Pakistan; an Editorial in Pakistan Journal of Rehabilitation. 2025;14(2):1-3.

      URL: https://ojs.zu.edu.pk/pjr/article/view/3533

      1. The role of clinical supervision in transforming novice physical therapists into compassionate clinicians: An editorial published in Deka in Medicine. 2025;2(1):e556.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.69863/dim.2025.e556

      1. Takayasu’s arteritis, discovered in a young lady presenting with stroke; a case report Published in APICARE Journal (ISSN: 1607-8322, e-ISSN: 2220-5799)2025; 29(2):350-53.  DOI: https://doi.org/10.35975/apic.v29i2.2728
      2. Ipsilateral Axillary lymphadenopathy after COVID-19 vaccination in young female; a case report and review of literature, published in APICARE Journal (ISSN: 1607-8322, e-ISSN: 2220-5799)2022; 26(6):820-823. DOI: https://doi.org/10.35975/apic.v26i6.2066
      3. Extensor Lag in patients after total knee arthroplasty with and without pre-operative rehabilitation regime; a short report. Published in JPMA 2022; 72(8);1639-41.(ISSN (Print): 0030-9982; ISSN (Linking): 0030-9982-L)

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.47391/JPMA.4697

      1. Girdle stone Procedure in bilateral Rheumatoid Hip: A Case Report. Published in PJMHS (ISSN (Print): 1996-7195; ISSN (Linking): 1996-7195-L)2022; 16(1):195-6.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs22161195

      1. Tourniquet Palsy in upper extremity in a young male patient; A Case Report, published in APICARE Journal (ISSN: 1607-8322, e-ISSN: 2220-5799)2021;25(3):535-8.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.35975/apic.v25i4.1585

      1. A progress report on planetary health, environmental and sustainability education in physiotherapy – Editorial, Published in European Journal of Physiotherapy (ISSN: 2167-9177; ISSN (Linking): 2167-9169-L). June 2021,23(4):201-2

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/21679169.2021.1932981

      1. Idiopathic Facial Nerve Paralysis & Response to Physiotherapy in Pregnant Woman; A Case Report. Published in Proceedings(ISSN: 1815-4905, E-ISSN: 2518-203X) 2021; 35(3):75-77.  DOI: 47489/PSZMC-813-35-3-75-77
      2. Heterotrophic calcification of medial collateral ligament of Knee joint: A Case report published in JPMA (ISSN (Print): 0030-9982; ISSN (Linking): 0030-9982-L) 2021; 71(2B):756-8. DOI: https://doi.org/10.47391/JPMA.1082
      3. Stones around Knee joint: Clinipic published in APICARE Journal (ISSN: 1607-8322, e-ISSN: 2220-5799) 2020;24(5): 577. DOI: https://doi.org/10.35975/apic.v24i5.1380
      4. The principles of exercise Therapy by Dena Gardiner: Book Review published in Global Journal ofAddiction & Rehabilitation Medicine 2017; 4(3).

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.19080/GJARM.2017.04.555640

       

       

      Book Chapters:

      1. “Physical Activity: in Immunity booster for treating respiratory diseases” chapter in the Book titled “Immunopathology of Chronic Respiratory Diseases” published on 9 Jan 2025.

      DOI: http://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.1008423

      URL: https://www.intechopen.com/online-first/1203813

      1. “Peripheral Neuropathy – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options” chapter in Book titled “Peripheral Neuropathy – Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options” published 7 April 2025.

      DOI: http://doi.org/10.5772/intechopen.1009477

       

      Review Articles:

      1. Effects of Sedentary Lifestyle on Young Adults: A Review of Literature, Review article published in Pakistan Biomedical Journal (ISSN: 2709-2798) 2025:8(2):02-07.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.54393/pbmj.v8i2.1136

      1. Unraveling diabesity: From molecular pathways to multimodal management. Review article in Turkish Journal of Biology.

       

       

      Conference papers/ Abstract:

      1. Enhancing Learning on Intercultural Competence through Cross-Cultural sharing: Experience of different countries’ Physiotherapists and Students: A per post survey. Abstract accepted in World Physiotherapy Congress 2025 June Tokyo, Japan.
      2. Prevalence and association of Low Back Pain in patients with Knee Osteoarthritis; a single city study. Abstract presented as Posterin 9th International Scientific Conference (ISCB) Achievements and Prospects in the Field of Physical Education and Sports Within the Interdisciplinary European Education System” October 18-19, 2024, Bacău, Romania.
      3. Prevalence of peripheral neuropathy, amputation, and quality of life in patients with diabetes mellitus. Abstract selected at IDF23-00047. Diabetes Research and Clinical Practice 209S1 (2024) 111374.

      DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.diabres.2024.111374

      1. Milestone development in children with idiopathic clubfoot treated by Ponseti method. Poster abstract presented at World Physiotherapy Congress 2023 2ndJune Dubai.
      2. Psychological responses and associated factors during COVID- 19 pandemic among physical therapy students and graduates in Pakistan.Poster abstract presented at World Physiotherapy Congress 2023 2nd June Dubai.

      https://wp2023.world.physio/#/programme/person/da7ad0c0-3ed1-4500-1346-040000000217

      1. Association of neck pain and Temporo-mandibular Dysfunctions among university students, Abstract presented as poster in Low back pain forum 11-14 November 2021. (Australia)
      2. Physical therapy students’ attitudes towards older people and willingness to consider career in geriatric physical therapy” Abstract presented as poster in PRS annual virtual conference 2021 UK 16th https://prs.csp.org.uk/news/2020-10-15-annual-prs-conference-2021
      3. Comparison of Effect of Dry Needling with Conventional Physiotherapy Treatment in Patients with Knee Osteoarthritis for Pain Management and Improving Functional Ability, Abstract presented as oral presentation in PRS annual virtual conference 2021 UK 16th
      4. Comparative Study of Cervical Traction and Positional Pain Release Phenomenon in the Management of Non-specific Neck Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial.Abstract presented in PRS annual virtual conference 2021 UK 16th   IRCTID: IRCT20201031049207N.
      5. Effectiveness of Neurodynamic techniques for upper limb in patients with Diabetes Mellitus with Peripheral Neuropathy” abstract Presented as poster invirtual World Physiotherapy Congress April 2021.
      6. Musculoskeletal problems among weight lifters in Pakistan, abstract Presented as poster invirtual World Physiotherapy Congress April 2021.
      7. Prevalence of musculoskeletal problems and osteoarthritis in women with hysterectomy.Conference Paper presented in World Congress on Osteoporosis, Osteoarthritis and Musculoskeletal Diseases 2020 at Barcelona, Spain August 21, 2020.

      https://www.wco-iof-esceo.org/sites/wco20/pdf/WCO20-AbstractBook.pdf

      1. Prevalence of musculoskeletal problems and osteoarthritis in women with hysterectomy. Abstracts published in Osteoporosis Internationalvol 31 suppliment-1.
      2. Effects of Mulligan Traction with and without neural flossing in cervical Spondylosis with radicular pain, Conference Paper presented in 7thBiennial Emirates Physiotherapy Conference 12-13 June 2020. http://physiodubai.com/scientific-program.php
      3. Work related Musculoskeletal Disorders among Dentists, Conference Paper presented in 1stInternational Conference, “Future Med-2018” 5-7 January 2018.
      4. Effectiveness of anterior humeral head reposition tape to increase shoulder elevation in subjects with frozen shoulder: a Quasi Experimental studies, Conference Paper presented at 2ndInternational conference on rehabilitation sciences 19-21 May 2017.
      5. Agreement of opinion between a physical therapist and an orthopedic surgeon about the advice and management of intra-articular corticosteroid injections in patients with shoulder pain in Sialkot Pakistan, Conference Paper presented at 2ndInternational conference on rehabilitation sciences 19-21 May 2017.
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