Dr. Soumya Sharma | Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy

Bio

Dr. Soumya Sharma - Assistant Professor -

Department of Physiotherapy and Occupational

Therapy at Vivekananda Global University. she

received her bachelor’s degree from Mahatma Gandhi

university of medical sciences and technology and

has done Master’s in Orthopaedics from Vivekananda

Global university. has worked with MGUMST, Jaipur. Fortis hospital Jaipur as consultant physiotherapist also she is the owner and director of Rukmani devi physiotherapy clinic. with prior clinical experience in multispecialty hospital settings. Skilled in evidence-based rehabilitation, manual therapy, and innovative teaching methodologies. Actively involved in research, conferences, and professional development programs, with a focus on improving patient outcomes and advancing physiotherapy education.

Academic Degrees

MPT in Orthopaedics, Vivekananda Global University, 2024
BPT, Mahatma Gandhi University of Medical Sciences and Technology, 2021

Academic Appointments

Assistant Professor, Vivekananda Global University, Jaipur (Aug 2024 – Present)

Professional Experience

Consultant Physiotherapist, Fortis Hospital, Jaipur (Nov 2022 – Jan 2024)
Owner and director of Rukmani devi physiotherapy clinic( 2021- present)

Courses Taught

2024-25
BPT404 Surgery Including CTVS
UGPT206 Foundation of exercise therapy practical
2025-26
BPT409 Burn Including Obs & Gyn
UGPT205- Foundation of exercise therapy Theory
UGPT206 Foundation of exercise therapy practical.
UGPT211 -Exercise therapy Theory
UGPT212 -Exercise therapy practical

Research Interests

Musculoskeletal RehabilitationNeurorehabilitationExercise TherapyPost-operative RehabilitationElectrotherapy & Manual Therapy

Publications

Educational Administration: Theory and Practice 2024, 30(11), 545 - 551 ISSN: 2148-2403 https://kuey.net/ Research Article “A Comparative Study of Increase in range of motion in knee joint by using Quadriceps strengthening exercises vs Quadriceps and Hamstring strengthening Exercises protocol in patients with Osteoarthritic knee Post Total knee replacement Cases”
Educational Administration: Theory and Practice 2024, 30(11), 620 - 627 ISSN: 2148-2403 https://kuey.net/ Research Article A Comparative Study on Effectiveness of Motor Imaginary Technique on Improving Upper Limb Function in Middle Cerebral Artery Stroke
Innovations: Dynamic Exercise Programs for Osteoarthritis: From Pain Management to Performance on Pain and Function – A Case Study
JOURNAL OF APPLIED BIOANALYSIS, December 2025 p. 554-558 http://doi.org/10.53555/jab.v11si8.1153 (ISSN 2405-710X) Vol. 11, No. 8s “Awareness And Utilization Of Ai-Enabled Tools For Early Detection Of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Among Physiotherapists: A Cross-Sectional Study”
Copyrighted works
copyright has been registered for the work titled "Structured Exercise Protocol for Post-Fracture Elbow (SEPPFE)" as disclosed in the below mentioned application in accordance with the provisions of the Copyright Act,1957.
copyright has been registered for the work titled "Progressive Functional Recovery Protocol in Frozen Shoulder (PFRPFS)" as disclosed in the below mentioned application in accordance with the provisions of the Copyright Act,1957.

Conferences, Talks & Speaking Engagements

Keynote Speaker – CPR Workshop, NSS Camp, Vivekananda Global University Resource Person – Femcon-4 (Female Physio Summit) Resource Person – Girls Self Defence Awareness Programme, VGU
Coursera: Introduction to Breast Cancer (Yale University) Medical Emergencies (University of Colorado) Palliative Care Basics Fitness Programming
LinkedIn Learning: Ergonomics 101 Systems Thinking Occupational Safety Medical Animation Fundamentals Desk Exercises & Posture Correction
Faculty Induction Programme – VGU (Nov 2024)
Conferences, Workshops & FDPs
PHYSIOCONNECT Conference, Noida (2025) Impulse Rehabcon (2025) Rajasthan Orthopedic Rehabilitation Summit (2025) Neuro Physiocon (2024) Ranthambore Summit (2026) Robotic Rehab Symposium, CK Birla Hospital CME on Knee & Back Pain
FDPs: Advanced Research Methodology (Feb 2025) ICT Tools & Online Teaching (March 2025)