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Dr. Ranganath Gangavelli
Assistant Professor – Selection Grade
Department of Physiotherapy
CURRENT ACADEMIC ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Offers clinical as well as class room teaching for undergraduates and postgraduates.
- Gives practical demonstration of patient evaluation and treatment techniques and skills.
- Conceptualises and conducts short term and long term research activities.
- Is Curriculum Development and Academic Coordinator - MPT in Sports and Clinical Biomechanics.
- Conducts and coordinates workshops in the field of musculoskeletal physiotherapy as departmental activities.
- Clinical Incharge - Out Patient Unit, Department of physiotherapy, Kasturba Hospital, Manipal
Ranganath Gangavelli is Assistant Professor – Selection Grade in the Department of Physiotherapy at SOAHS, Manipal Academy of Higher Education.
He:
SUBJECTS CURRENTLY TEACHING
| Subject | Subject code | Semester |
|---|---|---|
| Exercise Therapy-I | I BPT | |
| Biomechanics | II BPT | |
| Exercise Therapy- II | II BPT | |
| Physiotherapy in Orthopaedics and Rheumatology | III BPT | |
| Community Physiotherapy | IV BPT and Malaysian BPT Bridge program | |
| Theoritical Basis and Principles of Practice in Physiotherapy | I MPT | |
| General in all Topics in Orthopaedic Conditions | II MPT | |
| Hand Rehabilitation | II MPT | |
| Sports Rehabilitation | II MPT | |
| Manual Therapy | II MPT | |
| Fundamentals of Biomechanics and Kinesiology | I MPT in Sports and Clinical Biomechanics | |
| Exercise and Sports Physiology | I MPT in Sports and Clinical Biomechanics | |
| Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation | I MPT in Sports and Clinical Biomechanics | |
| Exercise Testing and Prescription | I MPT in Sports and Clinical Biomechanics |
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | Year of passing |
|---|---|---|---|
| PhD | Neural Mobilization | School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education | 2016 |
| MPT | Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine | Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad | 2005 |
| BPT | School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education | 2003 |
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Role | Tenure |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Physiotherapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education | Assistant Professor-Selection Grade | 2012 – Present | |
| Department of Physiotherapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education | Assistant Professor-Senior Scale | 2011-2012 | |
| Department of Physiotherapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education | Assistant Professor | 2009 - 2010 | |
| Department of Physiotherapy, School of Allied Health Sciences, Manipal Academy of Higher Education | Lecturer | 2006 - 2008 | |
| SIMS College of Physiotherapy, Guntur, Andhra Pradesh, India | Assistant Professor | 2005 - 2006 | |
| METAS of Seventh-Day Adventists College –School-Hospital, Surat, Gujarat, India | Tutor, Clinical Physical Therapist | 2003 |
AREAS OF INTEREST, EXPERTISE AND RESEARCH
Area of Interest
Neuromusculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation and manual therapy
Area of Expertise
Neuromusculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation and manual therapy
Area of Research
Neuromusculoskeletal and sports rehabilitation and manual therapy
The sciatic nerve neurodynamic tension testing: An investigation of responses in asymptomatic subjects
2009-01-01 Ranganath Gangavelli Surya Prakash Rao V Sravana Kumar JN
Physiotherapy -The Journal of Indian Association of Physiotherapists 2009; 4:31-36.
Effect of Training on Interlimb transfer of Dexterity Skills in Healthy Adults
2011-01-01 Eliza Annie Hillary Pereira Kavitha Raja Ranganath Gangavelli
Am J Phys Med Rehabil 2011;90(1):25-34.
Comparing effectiveness of antero-posterior and postero- anterior glides on shoulder range of motion in adhesive capsulitis- a pilot study
2011-01-01 Harsimran Kaur Ranganath Gangavelli Ravishankar Reddy
Indian J Physiother Occupational Ther 2011;5(4):69-72.
Effect of deep cervical flexor muscle fatigue on cervicocephalic kinaesthetic sensibility
2011-01-01 Ravishankar Reddy Ranganath Gangavelli
Indian J Physiother Occupational Ther 2011; 5(2):124-127
Role of Mettler’s release as an adjunct in the management of post-immobilisation knee stiffness- a pilot study
2012-01-01 Roopa R Danait Ranganath Gangavelli Ravishankar Reddy
Indian J Physiother Occupational Ther 2012;6:133-135
Influence of taping on postural stability following common sports activities in individuals with chronic ankle instability: a randomised crossover trial
2013-01-01 Karamchandani Niraj Prakashbhai Dr. Ravishankar Reddy Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Role of kinesiotaping on motor performance in children with special needs
2013-01-01 Swathi G S Ranganath Gangavelli Dr. Kavitha Raja
Role: Co-guide
Impact of Neurodynamic Sequencing on Range of Motion and Sensory Response in Asymptomatic Individuals
2011-01-01 Raheesa Parakkodan Kader Ganesha Balthillaya M Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Postural Control Following Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
2011-01-01 Elaine Assizo De Souza Fiddy Davis J Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Test Retest Reliability of Measuring Lumbosacral Reposition Sense Using Inclinometer in Asymptomatic Individuals
2009-01-01 Priyank Ranganath Gangavelli Dr. Ramakrishnan Mani
Role: Co-guide
Association of interfering pain and correlation of glenohumeral range of motion and rotator muscle strength with duration of play in volleyball players
2009-01-01 Jay M Patel Ranganath Gangavelli Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Co-guide
Prevalence of lower quarter muscle weakness and tightness in allied health students with low back pain in Manipal
2015-01-01 Kogilaveni Malini Aliya Veena Suresh Bhat Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Role of limb dominance on balance
2015-01-01 Riya Gudhka Hiral Chauhan Abhishek Nayak Veena Suresh Bhat Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Effect of thoracic spine manipulation on shoulder pain range of motion and function in adhesive capsulitis
2015-01-01 Sumansh Ranganath Gangavelli Dr. Ravishankar Reddy Ganesha Balthillaya M
Role: Co-guide
Effectiveness of muscle energy techniques (MET) on range of motion and pain in individuals with acute elbow stiffness
2015-01-01 Akriti Yadav Ganesha Balthillaya M Dr. Ravishankar Reddy Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Relationship between core stability and athletic performance measures in collegiate athletes
2015-01-01 Kriti Madan Ranganath Gangavelli Dr. Ravishankar Reddy Ganesha Balthillaya M
Role: Co-guide
Prevalence of sciatic nerve dysfunction in collegiate athletes with hamstring tightness in Manipal university
2015-01-01 Deepika Somani Fiddy Davis J Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Immediate effect of heat and cold. Application on isometric grip strength in healthy individuals
2015-01-01 Bakshi Umang Ranganath Gangavelli Ganesha Balthillaya M
Role: Co-guide
Pragmatic rehabilitation program in participants with shoulder impingement syndrome: a case series
2014-01-01 Anjali Mohan Dr. Ravishankar Reddy Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Relationship between core endurance and low back pain in recreational athletes
2014-01-01 Priyanka Urkurkar Fiddy Davis J Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Inter examiner Reliability in diagnosing neck dysfunctions
2014-01-01 Srishti Shah Malita Lasrado Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Measurement of shoulder alignment in bowlers
2012-01-01 Varun Kumar Singh Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Range of motion and strength profiles in asymptomatic recreational overhead athletes.
2012-01-01 Harish Murthy Fiddy Davis J Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Effects of unsupervised core stability training on balance
2011-01-01 Ankita Pramanick Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Effect of Mettler’s release technique on range of motion in post-immobilization knee stiffness- A Randomized control trial
2010-01-01 Roopa Danait Dr. Ravishankar Reddy Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Comparison of antero-posterior and postero-anterior glide joint mobilization on external rotation range of motion in patients with adhesive capsulitis-a randomized control trial
2010-01-01 Harsimran Kaur Dr. Ravishankar Reddy Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Effect of athletic footwear on balance in asymptomatic young individuals
2009-01-01 Neil Pereira Manish Kumar Tasheena Krishna Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Single Limb Stance Time in Young Adults
2009-01-01 Neha Agarwal Ranganath Gangavelli Ganesha Balthillaya M
Role: Co-guide
Effect of practice on interlimb transfer of dexterity skills
2009-01-01 Eliza Pereira Ranganath Gangavelli Dr. Kavitha Raja
Role: Co-guide
Reliability of modified slope box test
2008-01-01 Prathiksha Rao Lidia Anthony D’Silva Ranganath Gangavelli
Role: Guide
Effect of Sensorimotor Training on non-contact Injuries and Postural Stabilization in Athletes.
2008-01-01 Umer Arfath Ranganath Gangavelli Ganesha Balthillaya M
Role: Co-guide
Relationship of isometric hip strength and flexibility with pain and function in young women with patellofemoral pain syndrome
2007-01-01 Chitra Sardana Ranganath Gangavelli Ganesha Balthillaya M Preeth John Cherian
Role: Co-guide