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PhyCARE reporting guidelines for physiotherapy case reports: a consensus-based development Waqar M Naqvi, Gaurav Mishra, Summaiya Zareen Shaikh, Aishwarya A. Pashine, Eleuterio A. Sánchez Romero, et al. BMJ Open, 2026 OBJECTIVES: Case reports (CRs) are essential in physiotherapy, yet reporting remains heterogeneous and insufficiently standardised. The 2013 CAse REport (CARE) guideline improves transparency but lacks physiotherapy-specific detail. This study aimed to develop a consensus-driven extension of the CARE reporting guideline to support structured reporting of physiotherapy CRs, encompassing physiotherapy-specific assessments and interventions. DESIGN: An e-Delphi consensus process study following the ACcurate COnsensus Reporting Document (ACCORD) guidelines. SETTING: Online. PARTICIPANTS: Forty-four international experts in physiotherapy practice, research and education, along with six core committee members. METHODS: Experts objectively scored items for relevance (5-point Likert scale) and provided open-ended responses for each item of the drafts. Scores and responses were analysed to facilitate iterative refinement of the Physiotherapy CAse REport (PhyCARE) reporting guidelines. Consensus was predetermined at over 70% agreement. RESULTS: Round 1 had the majority of items achieving ≥70% agreement, except two items that did not meet the threshold were revised and replaced with an alternative. Five new items addressing physiotherapy-specific reporting needs were added, and 10 items were relocated. In round 2, all 35 items across 13 domains achieved 84%-100% agreement. The nomenclature of one domain was revised to 'Outcomes and Follow-up'. Following two e-Delphi rounds, consensus was achieved, and suggestions from online meeting, piloting led to item rephrasing, after which the PhyCARE guidelines were finalised. CONCLUSION: The PhyCARE guidelines have the potential to provide a physiotherapy-specific extension of CARE to support structured, transparent and reproducible reporting of physiotherapy CRs.
A Narrative Review of Strengthening Cardiac Rehabilitation in India: Challenges and Opportunities Mariya P Jiandani, Summaiya Z Shaikh, Charan P Lanjewar, Anuprita M Thakur Journal of Association of Physicians of India, 2025 Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) is a critical component of secondary prevention in cardiovascular disease (CVD) management. In India, where CVD prevalence is rising rapidly, CR remains severely underutilized due to multiple systemic barriers. These include limited infrastructure, insufficient funding, low awareness, and inequitable access across urban and rural regions. This review assesses the current CR landscape in India, contrasts it with global benchmarks, and highlights key implementation gaps. It further explores scalable solutions such as telerehabilitation, community-based programs, and integrated multidisciplinary models. The paper emphasizes the need for robust policy frameworks, sustainable funding, infrastructure strengthening, and comprehensive workforce development. Achieving universal access to CR in India demands a multisectoral, collaborative approach involving government agencies, healthcare providers, academic institutions, nongovernmental organizations (NGOs), and private stakeholders. Enhancing CR services is not only a clinical necessity but also a national public health priority.
Correlation of Functional Performance with Sleep Quality in Patients with Pulmonary Tuberculosis Mariya Prakash Jiandani, Dipika Y Kolhe, Priya A Singh Indian Journal of Respiratory Care, 2025 with PTB in India has been reported to be 17%.Contributing factors include gender, marital status, family atmosphere, the onset and progression of various diseases, depression, cancer, compromised immune function, along with lifestyle-related factors and environment. 10Sleep quality is directly proportional to lymphocyte counts and depression scores in PTB patients. [11][12]][13] Impaired lung function in PTB with reduced exercise capacity, overburdened by poor sleep quality, leads to fatigue hindering rehabilitation efforts.The relationship between sleep quality and functional performance becomes imperative for tailoring pulmonary rehabilitation programs for optimizing functional capacity by focusing on nocturnal recovery. 14 IntroductIonPulmonary tuberculosis (PTB) is an infectious disease that causes widespread morbidity and mortality.Before the COVID-19 pandemic, PTB was the highest cause of mortality from a single infectious agent, surpassing human immunodeficiency virus/acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (HIV/AIDS). 1 Primary PTB is a prevalent condition most commonly observed in adults, accounting for approximately 70-80% of all cases.Extrapulmonary involvement may also occur, affecting an estimated 20-45% of patients. 2According to the World Health Organization (WHO) Global TB Report 2022, the Indian Ministry of Health and Family Welfare reported an 18% reduction in the country's tuberculosis incidence rate since 2015. 3The End TB Program aims to eradicate tuberculosis as a public health threat by 2025, with a primary focus on preventive therapy, public awareness, and collaboration with stakeholders to reduce tuberculosis prevalence and impact in the nation. 4ulmonary tuberculosis results in a range of functional impairments, including reduced lung capacity and oxygen exchange, productive cough, breathlessness, reduced functional capacity, muscle weakness, and deconditioning accompanied by psychological manifestations such as anxiety, depression, social isolation, and stigma associated with the disease. 5These findings have been observed during antituberculosis treatment (ATT) from 6-week to 6-month. 6,7 Sleep is an essential aspect of overall health, and disturbances such as insomnia can result in tiredness, daytime sleepiness, and irritability. 8,9The prevalence of poor sleep in patients 1-
Psychometric validation of the short version of the Information Needs in Cardiac Rehabilitation scale through a first global assessment Gabriela Lima de Melo Ghisi, Mayara Moura Alves da Cruz, Luiz Carlos Marques Vanderlei, Xia Liu, Zhimin Xu, Mariya Prakash Jiandani, Lucky Cuenza, Evangelia Kouidi, Francesco Giallauria, Jibril Mohammed, Lela Maskhulia, Patricia Fernandes Trevizan, Ladislav Batalik, Danielle Gomes Pereira, Nidal Tourkmani, Ivana Burazor, Elio Venturini, Gerlene Grudka Lira, Manuella Bennaton Cardoso Vieira Rehfeld, Victor Ribeiro Neves, Geovana de Jesus Borges, Won-Seok Kim, Seungwoo Cha, Ling Zhang, Sherry L Grace European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, 2024 Aims Tailored education is recommended for cardiac patients, yet little is known about information needs in areas of the world where it is most needed. This study aims to assess (i) the measurement properties of the Information Needs in Cardiac Rehabilitation short version (INCR-S) scale and (ii) patient’s information needs globally. Methods and results In this cross-sectional study, English, simplified Chinese, Portuguese, or Korean versions of the INCR-S were administered to in- or out-patients via Qualtrics (January 2022–November 2023). Members of the International Council of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation community facilitated recruitment. Importance and knowledge sufficiency of 36 items were rated. Links to evidence-based lay education were provided where warranted. A total of 1601 patients from 19 middle- and high-income countries across the world participated. Structural validity was supported upon factor analysis, with five subscales extracted: symptom response/medication, heart diseases/diagnostic tests/treatments, exercise and return-to-life roles/programmes to support, risk factors, and healthy eating/psychosocial management. Cronbach’s alpha was 0.97. Construct validity was supported through significantly higher knowledge sufficiency ratings for all items and information importance ratings for all subscales in cardiac rehabilitation (CR) enrolees vs. non-enrolees (all P < 0.001). All items were rated as very important—particularly regarding cardiac events, nutrition, exercise benefits, medications, symptom response, risk factor control, and CR—but more so in high-income countries in the Americas and Western Pacific. Knowledge sufficiency ranged from 30.0 to 67.4%, varying by region and income class. Ratings were highest for medications and lowest for support groups, resistance training, and alternative medicine. Conclusion Identification of information needs using the valid and reliable INCR-S can inform educational approaches to optimize patients’ health outcomes across the globe.
Variability and Challenges in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Practices across India: Insights from a Nationwide Survey M. Jiandani, Nicole Maria Pinto, Manisha D Hinduja Journal of Association of Physicians of India, 2024 BACKGROUND Pulmonary rehabilitation (PR) is vital for managing chronic respiratory diseases. This study aimed to assess PR practices in India, focusing on quality standards, provider affiliations, service offerings, and structural components. MATERIALS AND METHODS A survey was conducted among Indian cardiopulmonary physiotherapists via WhatsApp, Facebook, and Gmail, covering demographics, structural, process, and outcome quality indicators, and PR delivery challenges. RESULTS Of 50 respondents, 54% were affiliated with educational institutions, and 46% with private establishments. Significant variability in PR practices was observed, primarily in urban areas. Key challenges included limited awareness, accessibility issues, inadequate interdisciplinary teamwork, and lack of standardization. Structural elements varied, with inconsistent team compositions and uneven resource distribution. Only 36% of centers conducted regular audit meetings, and many lacked essential emergency equipment. CONCLUSION The survey highlights the need for standardized protocols and national guidelines to improve PR service consistency and quality in India. Emphasizing multidisciplinary teams, regular audits, and comprehensive data collection can enhance PR delivery and outcomes. Further research is needed to develop robust, evidence-based PR programs across diverse settings in India.
Women's Cardiac Rehabilitation Barriers: Results of the International Council of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation's First Global Assessment Gabriela Lima de Melo Ghisi, Won-Seok Kim, Seungwoo Cha, Raghdah Aljehani, Mayara Moura Alves Cruz, Luiz Carlos Marques Vanderlei, Garyfallia Pepera, Xia Liu, Zhimin Xu, Lela Maskhulia, Elio Venturini, Hung-Jui Chuang, Danielle Gomes Pereira, Patricia Fernandes Trevizan, Evangelia Kouidi, Ladislav Batalik, Mahdieh Ghanbari Firoozabadi, Ivana Burazor, Mariya Prakash Jiandani, Ling Zhang, Nidal Tourkmani, Sherry L. Grace Canadian Journal of Cardiology, 2023
Timed Up and Go Test: An Underutilized Tool in Patients with Chronic Respiratory Disease Mariya Prakash Jiandani, Nikita Kulsange Indian Journal of Respiratory Care, 2022 Background: Patients admitted with chronic respiratory diseases (CRDs) find it difficult to return to their day-to-day activities postdischarge due to muscle dysfunction and cardiorespiratory load. The Timed Up and Go (TUG) test is extensively used for predicting falls; however, it is underutilized to assess the cardiorespiratory load. The study was designed to assess the time in seconds, the cardiorespiratory load including desaturation with TUG, and also the correlation if any between TUG time in seconds with oxygen saturation (SpO2) and Barthel Index score. Materials and Methods: Hundred and twenty-eight patients admitted with CRDs in the age range of 40–70 years were included. Activities of daily living were scored on Barthel Index. TUG was carried out and changes in cardiorespiratory parameters, i.e., heart rate (HR), blood pressure (BP), respiratory rate (RR), and SpO2 were noted. Results: All cardiorespiratory parameters HR, BP, and RR showed a statistically significant change (P < 0.0001). There was a significant drop in SpO2 (mean 9%) post TUG. There was a significant but weak inverse correlation (r = 0.5069) observed between TUG in seconds and SpO2 at rest. There was no correlation between TUG and Barthel score. The mean time for TUG was 16.73 ± 3.11 s indicating a moderate risk of fall. Conclusions: TUG leads to a significant change in cardiorespiratory parameters including SpO2. It can be used as a test to assess activity tolerance and the need for oxygen supplementation.
COVID 19 and role of physiotherapy Journal of Association of Physicians of India, 2021
Physiotherapy in the Covid ward: Where compassion overcomes fear Mariya Prakash Jiandani Indian Journal of Medical Ethics, 2021 The narrative is an account of the personal experience of a cardiopulmonary physiotherapist inside the Covid ICU, when the city of Mumbai was brought to a standstill. It describes the need to seek an opportunity to face the challenges, guided by intuition and one’s skill set to help those fighting to survive Covid. Facing a new and complex disease meant having to create guidelines for treatment, overcome the patients’ despair, and even cope with the cumbersome protective gear. But the gradual improvement in patients’ health and their joy on recovering inspired us to put in more effort with unity ,dedication and will power, standing together to face the pandemic, enabling us to realise what is required of us, now and in the future – striving to better ourselves in the science of health each day.
Beyond COVID-19: Evidence-based consensus statement on the role of physiotherapy in pulmonary rehabilitation in the Indian context Journal of Association of Physicians of India, 2020
Preliminary observations and experiences of physiotherapy practice in acute care setup of covid 19: A retrospective observational study Journal of Association of Physicians of India, 2020
Evidence-based national consensus: Recommendations for physiotherapy management in covid-19 in acute care indian setup Kushal Madan, Bela Agarwal, Narasimman Swaminathan, Savita Ravindra, Anjali Bhise, Sudeep Kale, Mariya P Jiandani, Gaurang Baxi, Titiksha Pol, Unnati Pandit, Jaimala V Shetye, Abhijit Diwate, Umanjali Damke, Prajakta Patil, Raziya M Nagarwala, Pratibha Gaikwad, Shabnam Agarwal, Prasobh Jacob, Praveen J Surendran Indian Journal of Critical Care Medicine, 2020
From fragmentation to integration: Introducing the COMPEL module in competency‐based physiotherapy curriculum V Panhale Medical Education , 2026 2026
Effectiveness of school-based intervention in obese children SS Nagrale, M Jiandani Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care 15 (2), 824-843 , 2026 2026
Women with Heart Failure and the Need for Tailored Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs MP Jiandani, HJ Menezes, A Neelamegam, H Shah, P Chockalingam Heart Failure Journal of India 4 (1), 39-51 , 2026 2026
Implementation of rehabilitation models in noncommunicable diseases: A systematic scoping review protocol MP Jiandani, AM Thakur, SZ Shaikh Physiotherapy-The Journal of Indian Association of Physiotherapists, 10.4103 , 2026 2026
PhyCARE reporting guidelines for physiotherapy case reports: a consensus-based development WM Naqvi, GV Mishra, SZ Shaikh, AA Pashine, EA Sánchez Romero, ... BMJ open 16 (1), e110765 , 2026 2026
A Narrative Review of Strengthening Cardiac Rehabilitation in India: Challenges and Opportunities MP Jiandani, SZ Shaikh, CP Lanjewar, AM Thakur The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India 73 (12), 78-82 , 2025 2025
Socioeconomic factors and their association with depressive symptoms and quality of life following cardiac rehabilitation in low-income countries and low-resourced settings D Manandi, K Hyun, K Turk-Adawi, D Candelaria, A Zende, M Jiandani, ... European Heart Journal 46 (Supplement_1), ehaf784. 4558 , 2025 2025
Patient-reported outcome measures: The Indian perspective S Ganvir, MP Jiandani, S Wani, S Bindra, N Kalra, P Sathe Physiotherapy-The Journal of Indian Association of Physiotherapists 19 (2 … , 2025 2025
Abstract No: 220 Assessing Information Needs in Cardiac Patients from A Tertiary Care Hospital M Jiandani, S Grace, C Lanjewar, A Thakur, G Ghisi Journal of Society of Indian Physiotherapists 9 (1), 89-90 , 2025 2025
Management of respiratory S Schreuder, I Enright, M Fiona, IM Schreuder, MP Jiandani Tidy’s Physiotherapy, South Asia Edition-E-Book 399 , 2024 2024 Citations: 2
Psychometric validation of the short version of the Information Needs in Cardiac Rehabilitation scale through a first global assessment GLM Ghisi, MMA Da Cruz, LCM Vanderlei, X Liu, Z Xu, MP Jiandani, ... European journal of preventive cardiology 31 (16), 1927-1936 , 2024 2024 Citations: 13
Challenges and barriers in conducting school-based physical activity research: A narrative review S Nagrale, M Jiandani Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care 13 (10), 4154-4158 , 2024 2024 Citations: 9
Effect of Hybrid Multimodality Exercise Program Versus Conventional Home Care on Estimated VO2 Peak, Quality of Life, and Ejection Fraction in patients with Ischemic Heart … PA Singh, MP Jiandani, HC Shah, D Kolhe Heart Failure Journal of India 2 (3), 141-149 , 2024 2024
Variability and Challenges in Pulmonary Rehabilitation Practices across India: Insights from a Nationwide Survey MP Jiandani, NM Pinto, MD Hinduja The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India 72 (9), 49-52 , 2024 2024
Perception and Impact of Long-Term Oxygen Therapy on the Functioning and Quality of Life of Patients With Chronic Respiratory Disease: A Mixed-Method Study MP Jiandani, KB Jain, PK Lohakare, K Jain, P Lohakare Cureus 16 (6) , 2024 2024
Psychometric validation of the short version of the Information Needs in Cardiac Rehabilitation scale through a first global assessment G Lima de Melo Ghisi, M Cruz, LC Vanderlei, X Liu, Z Xu, M Jiandani, ... Oxford University Press , 2024 2024
Priority health professions education research in 21st century M Jiandani, A Supe International Journal of Transformative Health Professions Education 1 (1), 3-13 , 2023 2023 Citations: 3
Women’s cardiac rehabilitation barriers: results of the international council of cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation’s first global assessment GL de Melo Ghisi, WS Kim, S Cha, R Aljehani, MMA Cruz, LCM Vanderlei, ... Canadian Journal of Cardiology 39 (11), S375-S383 , 2023 2023 Citations: 69
Enhancing faculty development: A vital need MP Jiandani Physiotherapy-The Journal of Indian Association of Physiotherapists 17 (2 … , 2023 2023 Citations: 1
Patient perceived barriers to phase II cardiac rehabilitation in patients with and without percutaneous coronary angioplasty A Rathi, MP Jiandani World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews. https://doi. org/10.30574 … , 2023 2023 Citations: 1
MOST CITED SCHOLAR PUBLICATIONS
Physical therapy diagnosis: How is it different? MP Jiandani, BS Mhatre Journal of postgraduate medicine 64 (2), 69-72 , 2018 2018 Citations: 75
Women’s cardiac rehabilitation barriers: results of the international council of cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation’s first global assessment GL de Melo Ghisi, WS Kim, S Cha, R Aljehani, MMA Cruz, LCM Vanderlei, ... Canadian Journal of Cardiology 39 (11), S375-S383 , 2023 2023 Citations: 69
Physiotherapy awareness in medical and non medical population: A social media survey D Doshi, M Jiandani, R Gadgil, N Shetty Int J Physiother Res 5 (2), 1971-5 , 2017 2017 Citations: 43
Preliminary Observations and Experiences of Physiotherapy Practice in Acute Care Setup of COVID 19: A Retrospective Observational Study. MP Jiandani, SB Salagre, S Kazi, S Iyer, P Patil, WY Khot, E Patil, ... The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India 68 (10), 18-24 , 2020 2020 Citations: 42
Evidence-based national consensus: recommendations for physiotherapy management in COVID-19 in acute care Indian setup MP Jiandani, B Agarwal, G Baxi, S Kale, T Pol, A Bhise, U Pandit, ... Indian journal of critical care medicine: peer-reviewed, official … , 2020 2020 Citations: 35
Continuous professional development: Faculty views on need, impact and barriers M Jiandani, R Bogam, C Shah, S Prabhu, B Taksande Natl J Integr Res Med 7 (2), 43-75 , 2015 2015 Citations: 34
Beyond COVID-19: Evidence-Based Consensus Statement on the Role of Physiotherapy in Pulmonary Rehabilitation in the Indian Context. N Swaminathan, M Jiandani, PJ Surendran, P Jacob, A Bhise, G Baxi, ... The Journal of the Association of Physicians of India 68 (12), 82-89 , 2020 2020 Citations: 19
Evidence-based practice in Physiotherapy curricula: A survey of Indian Health Science Universities VP Panhale, B Bellare, M Jiandani Journal of advances in medical education & professionalism 5 (3), 101 , 2017 2017 Citations: 15
Physiotherapy interventions in COVID-19 patient with multiple comorbidities: a case report ST Kachpile, PK Lohakare, MP Jiandani, SB Salagre Int J Health Sci Res 10 (10), 96-101 , 2020 2020 Citations: 14
Psychometric validation of the short version of the Information Needs in Cardiac Rehabilitation scale through a first global assessment GLM Ghisi, MMA Da Cruz, LCM Vanderlei, X Liu, Z Xu, MP Jiandani, ... European journal of preventive cardiology 31 (16), 1927-1936 , 2024 2024 Citations: 13
Incentive spirometry versus active cycle of breathing technique: effect on chest expansion and flow rates in post abdominal surgery patients P Wange, M Jiandani, A Mehta Int J Res Med Sci 4 (11), 4762-6 , 2016 2016 Citations: 11
Challenges and barriers in conducting school-based physical activity research: A narrative review S Nagrale, M Jiandani Journal of Family Medicine and Primary Care 13 (10), 4154-4158 , 2024 2024 Citations: 9
Yoga versus physiotherapy: Effect on pulmonary function, breath holding time & quality of life in asthmatics JP Mariya, MD Rashmi, AU Amita, MA Amita Indian Journal of Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy 7 (4), 160 , 2013 2013 Citations: 8
To correlate ejection fraction with 6 minute walked distance and quality of life in patients with left ventricular heart failure PS Kudtarkar, MP Jiandani, A Nabar Bombay Hospital Journal 52 (1), 14-20 , 2010 2010 Citations: 7
Two-minute step test: Estimating normative reference values in healthy adults PK Lohakare, MP Jiandani Journal of Society of Indian Physiotherapists 7 (1), 27-32 , 2023 2023 Citations: 6
Cardiorespiratory response to chest physiotherapy in intensive respiratory care unit MP Jiandani, A Patel International Journal of Health Sciences & Research (www. ijhsr. org) 8 (7), 159 , 2018 2018 Citations: 6
Retrospective Analysis of Functional Capacity of Patients with COVID-19 using 1 Minute Sit to Stand Test: A Physiotherapist’s Perspective SS Sawant, BS Mhatre, VM Wagh, RS Rajam, SL Honpode, MP Jiandani, ... IJHSR 6 (11), 24-30 , 2021 2021 Citations: 5
Correlation of Peak Cough Flow Rate with Peak Expiratory Flow Rate In Patients With Chronic Respiratory Diseases N Shahane, MP Jiandani Age (yrs) 46, 12.63 , 2018 2018 Citations: 5
Use of WhatsApp as an online assessment tool during pandemic: experiences from a tertiary care hospital D Geete, M Jiandani, S Iyer National Journal of Integrated Research in Medicine 11 (5), 61-65 , 2020 2020 Citations: 4
Quality of life of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus: A cross-sectional study UL Yeole, MP Jiandani, SR Kunjir, SM Bhat Medical Journal of Dr. DY Patil Vidyapeeth 13 (4), 311-314 , 2020 2020 Citations: 4
