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At Agrani College of Physiotherapy & Health Science (ACPHS), we are committed to impactful research that drives innovation and elevates healthcare standards in Bangladesh and beyond.

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The Imperative of High-Quality Research

Advancing healthcare demands more than just clinical training; it necessitates **strong, ongoing, and high-quality research**. ACPHS dedicates significant institutional resources to conducting impactful studies that shape the future of physiotherapy, rehabilitation science, and evidence-based practice in Bangladesh and globally.

Research is the bedrock of innovation, leading to improved treatment methods and ensuring patients receive the safest and most effective care. We are committed to pushing these boundaries, but the scope of national and global research needs often exceeds our financial capacity.

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Cutting-edge studies, laboratory upgrades, clinical trials, and international collaborations require continuous funding. By contributing to the **ACPHS Research Fund**, you directly empower researchers, accelerate scientific discovery, and strengthen healthcare outcomes for millions.

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Our Latest Research & Publications

Comparison of Structural Diagnosis and Management (SDM) approach and MyoFascial Release (MFR) for improving plantar heel pain, ankle range of motion and disability: A randomized clinical trial.

**Area:** Musculoskeletal | **DOI:** 10.1080/...2214020

This study compared the Structural Diagnosis and Management (SDM) approach with Myofascial Release (MFR) in treating plantar heel pain... While both treatments significantly improved pain, function, disability, and ankle mobility, the SDM approach produced noticeably greater improvements across key outcome measures.

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Multidisciplinary Conservative Treatment Outcomes of in-Patient Physiotherapy Set-Up Among Patients with Lumbar Disc Herniation in Dhaka City, Bangladesh: A Retrospective, Cross-Sectional Study.

**Area:** Spinal | **DOI:** 10.2147/...s400021

This study evaluated the outcomes of multidisciplinary, physiotherapist-led conservative treatment for lumbar disc herniation... Results showed that 80.3% of patients achieved complete recovery, indicating that in-patient management provides rapid pain reduction and functional improvement.

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Treating Mechanical Dysfunctions of Lower Back through Lumbar Spine Assessment of Structural Diagnosis and Management (SDM): A New Comprehensive Approach of Musculoskeletal Medicine.

**Area:** SDM/Spinal | **DOI:** 10.34297/...001101

The Structural Diagnosis and Management (SDM) approach, developed by Dr. M. Shahadat Hossain, offers a comprehensive and systematic framework for evaluating complex low back pain cases... It is grounded in the hypothesis that mechanical issues can be effectively managed through biomechanical correction.

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Specialized Physiotherapy and Pharmacological Management Strategies in Optimizing Chronic Lower Back Pain Rehabilitation

**Area:** Chronic Pain | **DOI:** 10.25163/...859674

This study explored effective treatment options for chronic low back pain by comparing specialized physiotherapy techniques with conventional physiotherapy combined with NSAIDs... The group receiving **specialized physiotherapy** demonstrated noticeably greater improvement.

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Impact of lifestyle factors on depression, anxiety, and functional recovery in ischemic stroke survivors in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study

**Area:** Neurology/Lifestyle | **DOI:** 10.1186/...01018-2

Unhealthy lifestyle traits—such as high fast-food intake, smoking, and obesity—were strongly linked to depression, anxiety, and reduced functional independence after stroke... Findings underscore the need for structured patient education and lifestyle modification programs.

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Prevalence of Long COVID symptoms in Bangladesh: a prospective Inception Cohort Study of COVID-19 survivors

**Area:** Public Health/Long COVID | **DOI:** 10.1136/...006838

This study investigated the prevalence of long COVID and its associated risk factors in a large Bangladeshi cohort... The prevalence of long COVID at 12 weeks was **16.1%**, with eight common symptoms identified: fatigue, pain, breathlessness, cough, and others.

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A Delphi-Based Consensus Statement: Recommendation for Physiotherapy Management and Rehabilitation of People Living with Long COVID in Bangladesh

**Area:** Consensus/Long COVID | **SSRN ID:** 3969173

This Delphi-based consensus statement provides expert recommendations for physiotherapy management and rehabilitation of people living with Long COVID in Bangladesh... Recommendations include diaphragmatic breathing, thoracic expansion exercises, and graded exercise for fatigue.

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Physiotherapy management of ankylosing spondylitis patient through different clinical reasoning process: a case report

**Area:** Case Report/Rheumatology | **DOI:** 10.15406/...00662

This case report describes a 40-year-old woman with gradually worsening low back pain and spinal deformities due to Ankylosing Spondylitis... The patient showed **marked improvement** after eight weeks of evidence-based, personalized physiotherapy intervention.

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Knowledge, attitude and practice towards physical activity in preventing low back pain among patients attending musculoskeletal department at CRP

**Area:** KAP/LBP Prevention | **DOI:** 123456789/1100

This study investigated the knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) toward physical activity among 192 low back pain (LBP) patients... Findings revealed that while most patients held positive attitudes, notable gaps existed in their knowledge and consistency of practice.

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Community Coping Strategies for COVID-19 in Bangladesh: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Survey.

**Area:** Public Health/Psychology | **DOI:** 10.3390/...0024

This study examined how Bangladeshi adults coped with the psychological challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic through a cross-sectional survey... Participants showed higher use of approach coping and lower reliance on avoidant strategies.

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Research

Home

Research

Leading the Future of Physiotherapy Research

The Imperative of High-Quality Research

Your Support Fuels Discovery

Our Latest Research & Publications

Comparison of Structural Diagnosis and Management (SDM) approach and MyoFascial Release (MFR) for improving plantar heel pain, ankle range of motion and disability: A randomized clinical trial.

Multidisciplinary Conservative Treatment Outcomes of in-Patient Physiotherapy Set-Up Among Patients with Lumbar Disc Herniation in Dhaka City, Bangladesh: A Retrospective, Cross-Sectional Study.

Treating Mechanical Dysfunctions of Lower Back through Lumbar Spine Assessment of Structural Diagnosis and Management (SDM): A New Comprehensive Approach of Musculoskeletal Medicine.

Specialized Physiotherapy and Pharmacological Management Strategies in Optimizing Chronic Lower Back Pain Rehabilitation

Impact of lifestyle factors on depression, anxiety, and functional recovery in ischemic stroke survivors in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study

Prevalence of Long COVID symptoms in Bangladesh: a prospective Inception Cohort Study of COVID-19 survivors

A Delphi-Based Consensus Statement: Recommendation for Physiotherapy Management and Rehabilitation of People Living with Long COVID in Bangladesh

Physiotherapy management of ankylosing spondylitis patient through different clinical reasoning process: a case report

Knowledge, attitude and practice towards physical activity in preventing low back pain among patients attending musculoskeletal department at CRP

Community Coping Strategies for COVID-19 in Bangladesh: A Nationwide Cross-Sectional Survey.

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