Psychologist

• Assessment and Diagnosis
• Conduct detailed neurological and functional assessments
• Identify impairments in mobility, posture, muscle tone, balance, and coordination
• Treatment Planning
• Develop individualized rehabilitation plans tailored to neurological conditions such as stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, cerebral palsy, etc.
• Set realistic short- and long-term functional goals
• Therapeutic Interventions
• Implement neurophysiological techniques such as Bobath, PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation), Rood's approach, and motor relearning programs
• Use gait training, balance exercises, functional electrical stimulation (FES), and task-specific training
• Use of Assistive Technology
• Recommend and train patients in using mobility aids (e.g., walkers, orthoses, wheelchairs)
• Integrate advanced rehab technologies (robotics, virtual reality, neurostimulation) when available
• Patient and Family Education
• Educate patients and caregivers about exercises, home-based care, and fall prevention
• Provide counseling and motivational support for coping with disabilities
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration
• Work closely with neurologists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, and social workers as part of a rehabilitation team
• Documentation and Reporting
• Maintain accurate records of patient progress, reassessments, and therapy outcomes
• Prepare reports for referrals, insurance, or medico-legal purposes
• Health Promotion and Advocacy
• Conduct awareness sessions on stroke prevention, early rehab, and neuroplasticity
• Advocate for inclusion, accessibility, and long-term rehab support for neuro patients

Requirements – Key Skills Required

• Clinical Expertise:
• Neuroanatomy, Neuromuscular Physiology, Pathophysiology, Neuro-assessment Tools (FIM, Berg Balance Scale, Modified Ashworth Scale)
• Manual Therapy and Handling Skills:
• Tone Management, Muscle Facilitation, Muscle Inhibition, Functional Retraining, Gait Training, Balance Training
• Patient-Centered Care:
• Empathy, Patience, Motivational Communication, Counseling Skills
• Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking:
• Clinical Reasoning, Adaptive Treatment Planning, Analytical Thinking, Decision-Making
• Teamwork & Communication:
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration, Coordination, Interpersonal Skills, Clear Communication
• Technology Adaptability:
• Biofeedback, Virtual Rehabilitation, Tele-physiotherapy, Robotics in Rehab, Neurostimulation
• Ethical Practice:
• Patient Confidentiality, Informed Consent, Professional Standards of Care