Experts stress need for multidisciplinary approach to athlete care

Varanasi: A three-day workshop on Sports Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation, organised by the University Sports Board, Banaras Hindu University began on Tuesday, with noted cardiologist from the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), BHU Prof Vikas Agarwal inaugurating the event.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof Agarwal emphasised the vital connection between cardiac health, sports performance, and injury rehabilitation, highlighting the need for a multidisciplinary approach to athlete care. "The integration of cardiovascular fitness with physical rehabilitation is essential for holistic athlete management," said Prof Agarwal, adding that such workshops pave the way for better collaboration between medical experts, physiotherapists, and trainers.

Organising secretary Kavita Verma presented a detailed report and introduction to the workshop, emphasising its objectives and growing significance.

She said that the workshop, initially conceived as an institute-level programme, was expanded into a national-level event due to the overwhelming response and enthusiastic participation from across the country. Workshop director Rajeev Kumar Singh also spoke. A total of 125 participants including coaches, athletic trainers and students, are attending the event.

Varanasi: A three-day workshop on Sports Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation, organised by the University Sports Board, Banaras Hindu University began on Tuesday, with noted cardiologist from the Institute of Medical Sciences (IMS), BHU Prof Vikas Agarwal inaugurating the event.

Speaking on the occasion, Prof Agarwal emphasised the vital connection between cardiac health, sports performance, and injury rehabilitation, highlighting the need for a multidisciplinary approach to athlete care. "The integration of cardiovascular fitness with physical rehabilitation is essential for holistic athlete management," said Prof Agarwal, adding that such workshops pave the way for better collaboration between medical experts, physiotherapists, and trainers.

Organising secretary Kavita Verma presented a detailed report and introduction to the workshop, emphasising its objectives and growing significance.

She said that the workshop, initially conceived as an institute-level programme, was expanded into a national-level event due to the overwhelming response and enthusiastic participation from across the country. Workshop director Rajeev Kumar Singh also spoke. A total of 125 participants including coaches, athletic trainers and students, are attending the event.