Therapy Quest: Clinical Research and Evolution

Karnataka PhysioCon 2025 is scheduled to be held on April 25 and 26, 2025, in Bengaluru, Karnataka, bringing together physiotherapy professionals, educators, researchers, and students from across India and around the globe. The conference aims to provide a robust platform for the exchange of scientific knowledge, clinical advancements, and innovative practices within the diverse spectrum of physiotherapy. The theme for this year's conference, "Empowering the Next Generation Physios," emphasizes the need to equip upcoming physiotherapists with contemporary skills, evidence-based knowledge, and the ability to adapt to emerging technologies. The scientific sessions will feature cutting-edge discussions ranging from Artificial Intelligence in physiotherapy to advanced geriatric rehabilitation, alongside emerging trends in neurological, musculoskeletal, cardiopulmonary, pediatric, and sports physiotherapy. The conference is chaired by Dr. U. T Ifthikar Ali, Chairman of the Karnataka State Allied Healthcare and Professional Council and Syndicate Member of the Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS), Bengaluru. His visionary leadership is supported by Dr. A. Suresh Babu Reddy (Conference Convener), Dr. V. R. Ayyappan (Organising Secretary), and a dedicated team of physiotherapy professionals from across the state. An important academic contribution of Karnataka PhysioCon 2025 is this peer-reviewed, indexed volume of abstracts, curated under the editorial guidance of Dr. U. T Ifthikar Ali, Editor-in-Chief. This publication represents the collective research efforts of contributors and serves as a reference point for evidence-based practice and future research in physiotherapy. Karnataka PhysioCon 2025 stands as a milestone event to foster academic excellence, collaborative learning, and professional development. It aspires to enrich the physiotherapy community through shared wisdom, innovation, and a unified commitment to advancing health and rehabilitation sciences.