Sandeep Karuppuswamy
North Bay,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapist with over 2 years of experience providing evidence-based care in multi-specialty hospitals, eldercare homes, and pediatric rehabilitation settings. Skilled in assessing, planning, and implementing individualized treatment programs to improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life. Certified in Trigger Point Therapy (Level 1 & 2) with a strong foundation in therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, and patient education. Recognized for excellent communication, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to build trusting relationships with patients and interdisciplinary teams. Currently advancing expertise through postgraduate studies in Recreation Therapy in Canada, to integrate holistic and innovative approaches into rehabilitation practice.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Physiotherapist
Dr.Rahul’s Elder Care
Coimbatore, India
12.2023 - 07.2024
- Conduct comprehensive assessments to evaluate the physical capabilities, mobility, and functional impairments of elderly patients.
- Implement pain management techniques to help elderly patients manage chronic conditions and enhance their quality of life.
- Provide post-operative rehabilitation for elderly patients recovering from surgeries, aiming to restore mobility and function.
- Facilitate group therapy sessions to encourage social interaction, motivation, and peer support among elderly patients.
- Support patients in regaining activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and walking, by improving functional mobility.
Physiotherapist
Sri Ramakrishna Multispeciality Hospital
Coimbatore, India.
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Performed 12+ treatments, including hot, cold, traction, laser, ESTIM, TENS, and Iontophoresis therapy.
- Communicated at-home band and stretching exercises to patients, reducing time to total recovery by 20%.
- Implemented self-evaluation checklist for patients, improving motivation and self involvement.
- Utilized manual therapy, including mobilization, stretching, and manipulation of joints before therapeutic exercise.
- Provide rehabilitation therapies for conditions such as arthritis, joint replacements, stroke recovery, and fall related injuries.
- Work closely with interdisciplinary teams, including doctors, nurses, and occupational therapists, to ensure integrated care for each patient.
Education
Recreation Therapy -
Canadore College
North Bay, Ontario01.2024
Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Paramedical
Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Paramedical Sciences
Tamil Nadu, India.11-2022
Skills
- Expertise in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and pain management
- Clinical background in neurological rehabilitation (stroke, TBI, cerebral palsy)
- Skilled in post-surgical rehabilitation and palliative care
- Hands-on hospital and ICU experience, working with diverse patient populations
- Certified in Trigger Point Therapy (Level 1 & 2)
- Experienced in geriatric and pediatric physiotherapy
- Bilingual: Fluent in English and Tamil
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Trigger Point Release Workshop, Synergy Physio Care - 2020
- Myofascial Trigger Point Release, SPARRC Institute - 2023
Timeline
Physiotherapist
Dr.Rahul’s Elder Care
12.2023 - 07.2024
Physiotherapist
Sri Ramakrishna Multispeciality Hospital
12.2022 - 11.2023
Recreation Therapy -
Canadore College
Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Paramedical
Sri Ramakrishna Institute of Paramedical Sciences