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From recovery to independence: Amar Seva Sangam hosts annual spinal cord injury reunion
Amar Seva Sangam, organised a two-day reunion for rehabilitated persons with spinal cord injuries (SCI) in which resource persons and experts shared their views and latest updates.
According to a press release issued here on Tuesday, the two-day event brought together former beneficiaries from across Tamil Nadu, offering a platform for learning, sharing, and emotional renewal.
The 20-bed rehabilitation facility at the Amar Seva Sangam provides post-acute care for persons with SCI, including mobility and self-care training, transfer and wheelchair skills, vocational rehabilitation, counselling, and follow-up home visits. Since its inception, more than 250 persons have been rehabilitated, with many achieving independence and sustainable livelihoods.
This year's meet featured a series of technical sessions including bladder and bowel management; women's health – sexual and reproductive life and ageing and pressure sore management by Sumitha Gounden, a renowned Australian SCI physician.
A medical camp was organised with the participation of specialists including neurologists, urologists, and cardiologists offering on-the-spot consultations. Participants also benefited from individual and group counselling given by M.S Chellamuthu Trust and Research Foundation.
The programme was conducted under the guidance of founder president Padmashri S. Ramakrishnan and S. Sankara Raman promoter, co-chairman and secretary, the note added.
