Student Focus | Edition EVO by Muhammad Sheraz

8th World Congress on Active Ageing in August of 2012 in the City of Glasgow, Scotland. Held every 4 years, this showcase event will take place over 5 days in the prestigious Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre adjacent to the historic River Clyde. It will present a unique opportunity to bring together scientists and practitioners, experts and enthusiasts from a range of professional interests and disciplines involved in the promotion of Active Ageing. In the London Olympic Year of 2012 the Congress will be an event that will not only highlight the latest research evidence and best practice on physical activity and active ageing, but also highlight the needs of an often excluded but growing population group world-wide, the oldest old.

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ISSUE: MAY-JULY, 2012

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Scientific Islam-Botany

Reliance, Patience, Thankfulness

Mango – Medifacts

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Shah Jehan Masjid

Summer Student Burst 2012

Feedback about the event

Success and Acknowledgements

New Horizons in Medical Tech

Meeting Dr. Fariha Shah

Quotable Quotes

SPECIAL THANKS All praises to Almighty Allah, who endowed us with His grace in order to complete this strenuous task in time and making this concept a reality. Crediting the honor to our parents whose support has always backed us in the hour of need. Whole team of Student focus who rendered their priceless services for this Newsletter. All the Patrons, Doctors and fans who appreciated our first attempt and insisted upon us to continue our work. Two thumbs up for the whole team of student focus including Members of Editorial Board and FPRMC, the coordinators and all the writers who are working so whole heartedly that made student focus achieve the ever new heights of fame and innovation across Pakistan in particular and world in general. | Editor In-Chief Student Focus

SCIENTIFIC ISLAM - BOTANY Contributions of Islam to Modern Science! Seeking knowledge is obligatory in Islam for every Muslim, man and woman. The main sources of Islam, the Quran and the Sunnah (Prophet Muhammad's traditions), encourage Muslims to seek knowledge and be scholars, since this is the best way for people to know Allah (God), to appreciate His wondrous creations and be thankful for them. Previously humans did not know that plants too tain types of pineapple, fig, orange, vine, etc. They have male and female gender distinctions. Botany also have definite sexual characteristics. states that every plant has a male and female gender. Even the plants that are unisexual have “And of everything We have created pairs.” [Aldistinct elements of both male and female. “And Qur’aan 51:49] This refers to things other than has sent Down water from the humans, animals, plants and sky.’ With it have We produced “And has sent Down fruits. It may also be referring to Diverse pairs of plants Each water from the sky.’ a phenomenon like electricity in separate from the others.”[Althe atoms consist of negaWith it have We pro- which Qur’aan 20:53]. tively – and positively – charged duced Diverse pairs electrons and protons. “And fruit Of every kind He of plants Each sepamade In pairs, two and two.”[Al to Allah, Who created In rate from the others.” “Glory - Qur’aan 13:3] Fruit is the end pairs all things that The earth product of reproduction of the [Al- Qur’aan 20:53]. produces, as well as Their own superior plants. The stage pre(human) kind And (other) things ceding fruit is the flower, which has male and of which They have no knowledge.”[Al-Qur’aan female organs (stamens and ovules). Once pollen 36:36] The Qur’aan here says that everything is has been carried to the flower, they bear fruit, created in pairs, including things that the humans which in turn matures and frees its seed. All fruits do not know at present and may discover later. therefore imply the existence of male and female [Extract from Quran and Science by Dr. Zakir Naik] organs; a fact that is mentioned in the Qur’aan. In certain species, fruit can come from non-fertilized flowers (parthenocarpic fruit) e.g. bananas, cer-

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Message from our Patron “Work done with determination, determines the direction of the efforts behind and positively Students should indulge themselves in the fruitful activities to achieve the right goal.”

Dr. Saleha Saleem Bukhari PHYSIOTHERAPIST / PRINCIPAL

SCHOOL OF PHYSIOTHERAPY, MAYO HOSPITAL LAHORE

RELIANCE, PATIENCE AND THANKFULNESS The

concept of tawakkul hand in hand with the concept of Sabr and Shukr, patience and thankfulness, leaves to the soul contentment. What worry is there to further consume By Muhammad Sheraz Alam oneself with, if the comprehension of reliance Prophet “How wonderful it is for a believer focusing only on purifying and upon Allah (S.W.T) is constantly invigorated in one's Muhammad that he always ends up with good- elucidating intentions regard- mind? Knowing that the feeling of grief, of frustra(PBBUH) said, "The ing every single act we could be tion, of anxiousness, of pain is not an unbearable ness: If he suffers and remains hearts are in the burden, knowing that it Allah's (S.W.T) Will for us to steadfast, it is rewarding; if good upto seems simultaneously fingers of the Mercifrightening and refreshing. It feel such emotions because He has created us in such a things happen and he thanks Allah, ful One, He turns feels as if we have taken a deep way. We must not forget our significance in this world. that is also rewarding. them as He breath and made a promise to Mustaurad bin Shaddad (R.A) narrates that I (HADITH: MUSLIM] wishes." (Muslim and strive to ensure every one of heard the Messenger of Allah (upon him be Ahmad) our intentions will not be shad- blessings and peace) saying, 'By Allah, (the luxuries of) is essential for us, as Muslims, to know and unowed by a worldly desire or gain; to make sure all we this world in comparison to the hereafter is nothing derstand the workings and composition of our do is for our Creator, irrevocably. For He controls our but as though one of you dipped his finger in the sea. hearts. In that, if our hearts are corrupt; if our intenheart and our heart belongs only to Him. Accepting So ponder how much (of sea water), the finger returns tions are corrupt, such deceit will follow in our actions. that each of our deeds is for Allah (S.W.T) is known as with'. (Muslim) Similarly, if our hearts and intentions are pure, our Tawakkul or Reliance on Allah is elemental to continuously remind ourselves of actions are sure to be of purity. For how will a fruit Messenger of Allah, (PBBUH) said, "How our purpose and our duty of reliance and thanktree bare fragrant and delicious fruit if it's roots, unwonderful it is for a believer that he always fulness to Allah (S.W.T), so that in doing so, our intenderground, have decayed? ends up with goodness: If he suffers and remains tions are authentic. Let the hearts be pure. thought of taking a break from egotism, steadfast, it is rewarding; if good things happen and forgetting about any worries, or any plans for he thanks Allah, that is also rewarding." (Muslim) the next week or chores that might be waiting and

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M AN GO MEDIFACTS

According to new research study, mango fruit has been found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers. “The king of the fruits”, mango fruit is one of the most popular, nutritionally rich fruit with unique flavor, fragrance, taste, and heath promoting qualities making it a common ingredient in new functional foods often called “super fruits”. Mango fruit is rich in pre-biotic dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals, and poly-phenolic flavonoid antioxidant compounds. According to new research study, mango fruit has been found to protect against colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers. Several trial studies suggest that polyphenolic anti-oxidant compounds in mango are known to offer protection against breast and colon cancers. Mango fruit is an excellent source of Vitamin-A and flavonoids like beta-carotene, alpha-carotene, and betacryptoxanthin. 100 g of fresh fruit provides 765 mg or 25% of recommended daily levels

of vitamin A. Together; these compounds are known to have antioxidant properties and are essential for vision. Vitamin A is also required for maintaining healthy mucus membranes and skin. Consumption of natural fruits rich in carotenes is known to protect body from lung and oral cavity cancers. Fresh mango is a very rich source of potassium.

Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure. It is also a very good source of vitamin-B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin-C and vitamin-E. Consumption of foods rich in vitamin C helps body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful oxygen free radicals. Vitamin B-6 or pyridoxine is required for GABA hormone production in the brain. It also controls homocystiene levels in the blood, which may otherwise be harmful to blood vessels resulting in CAD and stroke. Copper is a co-factor for many vital enzymes, including cytochrome c-oxidase and superoxide dismutase (other minerals function as co-factors for this enzyme are manganese and zinc). Copper is also required for the production of red blood cells. Mango peels are also rich in phytonutrients, such as the pigment antioxidants like carotenoids and polyphenols.

By Muhammad Sheraz Alam

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What non-sense yar! Wife: (standing in front of mirror) I am old,f at, wrinkled and no longer pretty. Will you still give me a compliment? Husband: Your eyesight is still excellent ! fference Q: What is the di ll and a Bu t between a Pi ? ist og ol Path when go ts le ll A: A Pit bu you're dead!

By Muhammad Sheraz Alam

HYPER/HYPOBARIC CHAMBER THERAPY

uring even the deadliest of diseases has been made possible with the aid of medical science and fast growing technology. Be it the breathing trouble asthma or dangerous diseases, Exercise Physiologist have been working on its remedies for centuries. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy and hypobaric chambers are one of them. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a mode or way of supplying pure and safe oxygen to a patient inside it by keeping the pressure of the entire oxygen chamber at a higher level compared to the normal atmospheric pressure. Clinical use of the hyperbaric oxygen therapy had begun safely from 1930. ormally, we breathe in atmospheric air that contains 21% oxygen that is sufficient to sustain lives on earth but people often look out for hyperbaric treatment option when they tend to suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning, gas embolism, gangrene, decompression sickness, burn tissues, crush injuries, autism, cerebral palsy and stroke. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy accelerates the activity of white blood cells and boasts immunity system but it requires great precaution and expertise. Improper practicing of hyperbaric oxygen therapy may lead to unavoidable and severe dangers. A hypobaric chamber used during aerospace or high altitude training to simulate the effects of high altitude on the human body especially hypoxia (low oxygen) and hypobaric (low ambient air pressure). Some

MEDICAL FIELD VIRTUOUS OF ALL PROFSSIONS

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chambers also control for temperature and relative humidity. The principal of hypobaric therapy is “live high train low’ When the human body is exposed to hypoxia (oxygen reduced environments), it struggles to produce required amounts of energy with less available oxygen. his struggle triggers the onset of a range of physiological adaptations geared towards enhancing the efficiency of the body's respiratory, cardiovascular and oxygen utilization. Hypobaric therapy helps in improving speed, endurance, strength, power and energy level in athletes and normal adults.

By M. Mustafa Qamar, DPT, M.S , Sweden

AN IN-LINE EXPERIENCE - OFF THE SHORE By Asbar Javaid, Head of FPRMC , Student Focus

The idea of Summer Students Burst was proposed on 16th may 2012 in 1st members’ meeting of Student Focus team. Original idea was to arrange an awareness seminar but majority of the members suggested that a concert or a short video competition should also be included in the event, So we thought a concert would be great. We started working on the feasibility report of the event and I personally thought that it was impossible to arrange an event on such a short notice. It was 22 nd of May when we practically started to work and positive response from our whole class generated more and more enthusiasm in us, on the other hand, the response from other classes was a bit demoralizing. The main hurdle was to get permission from our own department in which Dr. Muhammad Mohsin (General Secretary PPTA Punjab) helped us and not only he guided us but he also played a key role in the permission procedure. Once we got the permission, we thought we are good to go but just after a day we realized that there is a huge load of work that needs to be done, last week was the toughest, had to arrange everything and along with that we had to visit different colleges to promote the event and that’s not the end, the event day, 9 th June, was also our Hostel Allotment day so we had to go for allotment at 5pm and there was a lot of mismanagement but somehow we started the seminar and after that things got better with time. In the end, It was a good gathering and I won’t say it was perfect and we are the best but for starters like us, it was an experience of a lifetime.

field is the world’s most virtuous profession. What else can be more valuable and surpassing than to save someone from suffering, to limit someone’s disabilities and to return someone his breathes, giving him and people associated with him a new stream of life. Medical is the profession or field that is more than worthwhile. How sound it hears that you saved someone’s father, someone’s husband or someone’s son, how hearty it is to get bundles of prayers and how vibrant feeling you have of being a savior. field has diversity of professions including physicians for pharmacological treatment, surgeons for surgical procedures, dentists for dentistry, physiotherapist for disability management and rehabilitation and psychologists for psychiatric treatment and psychological counseling. Each medical profession has further vast fields of specializations that made specialized professionals more proficient in their fields. It would be unfair not to acknowledge medical assistants, nurses and technicians for having their big part in medical field. in medical profession lies in humbleness, honesty, dedication and above all gratitude to Allah Almighty who gave you enough apprehension and vigor to serve humanity. May Allah Bless Us All As Medical Professionals!

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By Saira Irshad, DPT, The University of Faisalabad

AN INSIGHT TO SHAH-JEHAN MASJID Thatta (Thatto in local language) is a historical and important city of domes have been exquisitely laid in a mosaic of radiating blue and the Sind Province of Pakistan. The city lies some 100 kilometers white tiles. Its blue tiles and mosaic work are alluring. Red brick is east of the Karachi metropolis on the National Highway. With River utilized rather than the more commonly seen pink sandstone and Indus and the Arabian Sea coast to its west, Thatta was once an marble associated with Mughal buildings. important and thriving city and a centre of the then newly thriving The main entrance of the mosque has a central domed chamber. religion of Islam. From the 14th century four Muslim dynasties The mosque has an open central courtyard of about 15,900 square ruled Sind from Thatta, but in 1739 the feet. Arcades of red brick arches highlighted with capital was moved elsewhere and with Shah Jehan mosque is the bands of white surround the courtyard. The main it Thatta declined. Thatta has a very entrance is in the eastern portion and the seconfirst mosque in this region to dary entrances are contained in the north and rich heritage of Muslim architecture during the era of the 16th and 17th be constructed according to south portion. The prayer hall has three bays on century. Although Thatta is known for either side of the central meh-rab chamber. Each the principals of Mughal its history which dates back to some bay is covered by a low dome, which adds up to courtyard architecture. 2000 years, it is also known for the 93 domes. The proportion of the aisle to the low Shah Jahan Mosque - a masterpiece of domes enables an acoustic range that in effect Mughal construction. This mosque was built by Mir Abdullah on the allows the prayers read in front of the mihrab to be heard in all orders of Mogul emperor Shah Jahan in 1647 A.D. It is said that parts of the mosque. The mosque is spread over an area of 51,850 Shah Jahan built this mosque as a gesture of gratitude to the square feet. people of Thatta for sheltering him during his youth after his Unlike other mosques, Shah Jahan Mosque has no minarets. Infather, Emperor Jahangir banished him from Delhi. stead of the typical three domes, there is only one main dome in Architecturally unique, Shah Jehan mosque is the first mosque in the prayer hall. The ablution pond is not located in the center of the this region to be constructed according to the principals of Mughal courtyard. Instead, it is in a square courtyard located within the courtyard architecture. As per some Persian inscriptions, the eastern portion of the mosque. The ablution courtyard could be foundation of the mosque were laid in 1644 and mosque was access from an arched opening in the domed entrance chamber but completed in 1647. The floor was paved with stone in 1657.The now is accessible only from the aisle of the eastern portion. The mosque is a superb example of crafty tile work. Its 93 domes and mosque is combination of Turkish and local artwork, which is 33 arches with varying sizes add to their architectural beauty. The profusely used on tile work in the ceiling decoration of semi domed

and domed chambers; as well as in the fillings of interlaced arches. It would not be wrong to call this mosque as the mosque of domes and arches as one can see a series of lined arches while standing in any one corner. Each arch has a small atop with beautiful mosaic and tile work. In fact no Mogul period mosque is like the Shah Jahan mosque at Thatta, since the Mogul architects digressed from their typical architecture and designed this mosque totally different from those built in Lahore and Delhi in the same period. This is what makes this mosque unique from the rest and worth visiting and admiring. By Muhammad Sheraz Alam, Editor In-Chief

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mer Student Burst-Seminar and Concert. First ever event of its kind for the students, by the students arranged at Punjabi Cultural Complex, Qadafi Stadium Lahore on 9th June 2012. The event was organized by Student Focus team in order to promote Physical Therapy Awareness and allow students to interact at maximum with positivity of their ideas and innovation. Since the event was called in Lahore so the institute that participated were mainly from the same city. Special arrivals were from Sargodha and Faisalabad.

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n the event was planned the situation just seemed as if it was all impossible but Alhamdulillah the response was overwhelming when we forwarded the idea to the students and professionals. What Student Focus Team was expecting was hardly 150-175 attendees/participants but Student focus team was highly overwhelmed when 250 Registrations reached by 6th of June 2012 - a day before the closing of registrations i.e.7th June 2012. Almost by 9th of June 2012 the number just crossed 275.In a short duration of 7-8 days such a huge number of registrations impressed upon the team to put in their each and every inch of effort to make this idea a reality.

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rehearsals of the event were commenced a day before the happening i.e on 8th of June 2012 in Auditorium Punjabi Cultural Complex Lahore from 3:30 pm to 8:30 pm. The Organizers, Coordinators and Volunteers worked so whole heartedly that it seemed everybody owned the name STUDENT FOCUS.

the event the program was started with the Gracious Name of Allah Subhana-Wata'ala and embraced blessing through Naat-e-Nabi (S.A.W) then Editor In-Chief uttered a welcome note. The National Anthem was played honored with the standing ovations. The Special video of History of Physical Therapy as profession in the world and its implantation credits in Pakistan was played on big screen. All the segments went hand in hand with the animation, made by the Editor In-Chief, displayed over projector screen.

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guests invited were Dr. Saleha Saleem Bukhari (Chief Guest- Patron In-Chief of Student Focus, Principal School of Physiotherapy Mayo Hospital Lahore), Dr. Khalid Saeed Khan

(Ex-Patron In-Chief Student Focus, Principal AICP Jinnah Hospital Lahore), Dr. Syed Imtiaz Hussain Shah (President PPTA), Dr. Salman Malik, Dr. Junaid Gondal, Dr. Irfan Dar, Dr. Mohsin, Dr. Ali Jawad, Dr. Hafiz Sheraz, Dr. Beenish Zaman, Dr. Tanveer as guests of honors. One of the distinguished guests was Mr. Ijaz Nisar, the CEO Leading Edge and President of Manager Today (Pakistan's Best Selling Corporate Magazine) whose motivational and inspirational lecture just took over the thoughts with his idiomatic and punctuated ideas. There was a presentations on the topic of significance of Physical therapy in modern health care system and its inter disciplinary implications by Dr. Khalid Saeed Khan. Also there was a special presentation on the introduction of Student Focus by Muhammad Sheraz Alam (Editor InChief of Student Focus - Student)

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student guests were highly cooperative and mannered and showed that their profession and image of student community really matters to them. The devotion of Student Focus team was evident from the level of organization they maintained. The program was sponsored by Pakistan Physical therapy Association and Voltral Emulgel Novartis. The stalls of edibles were also arranged by students of FMH and LMDC including those of Gol Gappas and Dahi Bhaleys and some Bakery items. Bottles were served to the participants from Student Focus Team. The volunteers of all institutes worked very well but special mention is of FMH who just devoted too much of their time and effort of this event.

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oir was awarded to Student Focus Team from Patron in-Chief Student focus. A special memoir was presented by Student Focus Team to Patron In-Chief Student Focus. An Exclusive Award was presented to Editor In -Chief Student Focus Muhammad Sheraz Alam by President PPTA Syed Imtiaz Hussain for designing the logo of PPTA. The musical performances in the concert were that of Xain Butt, Chapter X, Khizer Moeed, Taha and Awais Rapstars, and Dance performance by a student - Abdullah Rashed from SAHS Lahore. The audience just drowned into the rocking numbers and instrumental items. The guitar and drums took breath with every beat and note. Everybody enjoyed a lot and left with pleasant memories.

By Muhammad Sheraz Alam

SUMMER STUDENT BURST

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FEEDBACK MARRIAM NAEEM SAYS

(ON BEHALF OF STUDENTS FROM UNIVERSITY OF SARGODHA) For the progress and promotion of physical therapy, student focus has always been contributing a lot. In practice of this, first event of student focus was arranged on 9 June 2012 at Qadafi stadium, Lahore. Almost all the physical therapy institutes participate with zeal and zest. The students of Sargodha University were warmly welcomed by the student focus team. In charge of department of physical therapy, Sargodha University, Dr. Akhtar Rasool was also present as a guest of honor. The inspirational lectures of Mr.Ijaz Nasir and Dr. Khalid Saeed have a good impact on students to improve their knowledge. Every one enjoyed a lot at the event. Marvelous performances by different bands made the occasion even more pleasant. With the cooperation of all the participants the event went successful. All the students from the Sargodha University are thankful to student focus for their great hospitality. Such events should be continued for the awareness of physical therapy and to enhance the inter-professional interaction.

HIRA CHAUHDARY SAYS

(ON BEHALF OF STUDENTS FROM ACE INSTITUTE OF ALLIED HEALTH SCIENCES)

The name says it all .. the grand success of the event showed , the effort & enthusiasm of the Team of student focus . Comments of the students from different institutes has encouraged us a lot .. : "it was a perfectly coordinated event with information & entertainment" ; " it wasn’t boring as expected from the seminars " ; " it seemed to be dealing with professionalism" ; " it flashed light on the field of physiotherapy , which had built up our confidence " ;" looking forward for another great event by student focus but wid good Refreshment ". These were some of the comments from the student of AIHS . " Nothing is Impossible " this quote says it all .. the team has done their best & will b doing best .

MAHUM RAUF SAYS

(ON BEHALF OF STUDENTS FROM THE UNIVERSITY OF FAISALABAD) A fabulous event was arranged by Student Focus team at 9th June 2012. The myth of the event was so esthetic and mind blowing, that hats off to the team..From the beginning to the end the event was rocking and mind shattering. It shows the spirit of youth towards their profession..I really enjoyed and highly impressed by the students who organized it. What a bombastic presentation by Mr. Ijaz Nisar.!.really fantastic and full of enthusiasm..He filled us with spirit to get up and do something that now time is yours..And the most enjoyable part was the concert ..full of fun..performances by students were appreciable .Chapter X , Zain Butt and their groups, just rocked the stage. In short the whole event was superb and serve as an inspiration for other students.

Laughter involves the entire physiology of the body. When researching its effects, lab experimentation has been done on the respiratory system, the cardiovascular system, the muscular system, the central nervous system, the endocrine system, and the immune system: • Laughter releases endorphins, the body's natural painkiller, and so is a pleasant act, producing a general feeling of wellbeing. However, more than this, laughter has been shown to considerably benefit one's health and even battle disease. Laughter brings about an increase in the number and activity level of natural killer cells that attack cells infected by virus and some types of cancer and tumor cells. This possibility of laughter's ability to fight tumorous cells has added an exciting new, and controversial area of research to cancer • The body also experiences a boost in immune function by the elevated levels of activated T cells (T lymphocytes), and an increase in the antibody, IgA (immunoglobulin A), which fights upper respiratory tract insults and infections • Disease-fighting proteins increase in gamma interferon, a blood chemical that transmits messages in the nervous system and stimulates the immune system. An increase in IgB

(immunoglobulin B) brings defense against the entry of infectious organisms through the respiratory tract • In general, laughter raises your resistance against infections by increasing the concentration of circulating antibodies in the blood stream and increasing the concentration of circulating white blood cells in the immune reaction to fight foreign proteins • In addition to all of this, laughter is simply a good cardio workout, increasing heart activity, and thus stimulating circulation. After the laughter subsides, the cardiovascular system goes into a state of relaxation. "The human race has only one really effective weapon, and that's laughter. The moment it arises, all our hardness's yield, all our irritations and resentments slip away, and a sunny spirit takes their place." This, said by Mark Twain is what, as of present, we can be certain to assert about the effects of laughter on the body. It is clinically believed that when used in addition to conventional care, laughter can reduce pain and aid and speed the healing process. It has been shown that laughter has the ability to enhance conventional treatments, but not replace them. In many studies, we have seen laughter to have miraculous effects, such as relieving stress, and increasing threshold for pain. Laughter is so miraculous partially because it works as a prescription drug, but is entirely natural and has no negative side effects. By SANA RANA, DPT, JPMC

Summer Student Burst was such a brilliant Success that it became the landmark event not only in the rise of Student Focus but also in the History of Physical therapy in Pakistan. Summer Student Burst was the first occasion of such a huge gathering of students and professionals. As remarked by Dr. Khalid Saeed Khan, Principal of AICP, Jinnah Hospital Lahore and Dr. Syed Imtiaz Hussain Shah, the President of PPTA and Course Coordinator at Riphah University Islamabad. Quoting Dr. Salman Malik Kamboh , the Information Secretary PPTA, “That future of Physical Therapy in Pakistan is in Safe hands of Students”. Student Focus Team has an edge to be on the lead to get all these credits.

Alhamdulillah !!!

PARTICIPANTS OF SUMMER

STUDENT BURST The list of participant institutes are as follows: 1. School of Physiotherapy, King Edward Medical University Lahore. 2. School of Allied Health Sciences, Children Hospital Lahore. 3. Ace Institute of Allied Health Sciences Lahore 4. Allama Iqbal College of Physiotherapy Lahore 5. Azra Naheed Medical College Superior University Lahore 6. Lahore Medical and Dental College Lahore. 7. Fatima Memorial College of Allied Health Sciences Lahore 8. The University of Faisalabad, Faisalabad 9. The University of Sargodha, Sargodha

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS OF SUMMER STUDENT BURST The organizers of the event included Students mainly from School of Physiotherapy, Mayo Hospital Lahore. Special Mention : Muhammad Sheraz Alam (Editor InChief), Muhammad Asbar Javiad, Faheem Ahmad and Safa Moeed (Heads of FPRMC), Gul-e-Rana Khan (Coordintor), Adnan Seyal (Engineer at PEPSI). Their untiring efforts gave the event its Real Glow. Management Team included Zartasha Sajid, Warda Hassan,Anum,Muzammil Choudary,Izhar Ahmad,Marriam Zakria,Sadaf irshad,Shamshad,Adnan Rasheed,M. Hashim,Hafiz Waseem,Hira Chouhary,Sadia Sharif,Ramsha Nadeem,Anoshia Rizvi,Salik Nadeem,Aziz Subhani,Maham Rauf, Marriam Chouhdary,Ali Sufian,Shoaib Kiyani, Mudasir Yasin,Zeeshan and all other team members who devoted themselves making this event a Real Success. By STUDENT FOCUS TEAM

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Detective The first Newsletter of its kind, an initiative of students of D.P.T from K.E.M.U. Student Focus recognized by P.P.T.A. We aim to deliver you the quality and resourceful infotainment contributing our part to the best of all talent. Sharing the responsibility is the main idea that hit wildly across our mind to set up a common stage for identifying every one of our fellows, being unique and competent. Student Focus has become the largest Student Network across Pakistan in the whole Medical Field nationally, having representatives from 17 Top Medical Institutes and team spanning overseas including writers and Editors from UK and Sweden. We have introduced special features on our website like Toolbar, Online Newsletter, Facebook, Sponsorship, Membership, Free Downloads and much more. . Events like Summer Student Burst are on your way to endear you. We are on the boom and flourishing by the grace of Allah. Furthermore the overwhelming response from our readers has enhanced our interest to serve more actively. So Come On Join Us! We are warmly welcoming the volunteers and are anxious to get your comments how did you find our effort. It implies on the readers to DO GOOD and SPREAD GOOD . For sure this what we have been created for! REGARDS | STUDENT FOCUS TEAM

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Become the Detective of the month by guessing the character told in the plot given just one correct answer and you will be a detective!

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Made of bars and blocks, nuts and bolts I rest in the dark room with dust and scrap. Once I was in the royal hall enriched with lights and breathed conditioned air. My master used me now and then to work and relax. But sitting apart today he has forgotten me in dungeons of old wares. I remember the moment when a guest dropped a heavy load over me that broke my leg. Since then nobody cared to repair me and threw me in stores. Now the termites dig me deep and piles of dust cover me all through but no body cares. Alas!!! Did you got me now if yes tell my author that who am I? write into editor at response_sf @yahoo.com. Become the Detective of the month by guessing the character told in the plot given, just one correct answer and you will be a detective! The correct guessing people will be mentioned in the next issue and on our website and will be entitled the Detective of the month!

LAST DETECTED CHARACTER: A TREE >>> By EDITOR

NEW HORIZONS IN MEDICAL RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY 1

EFFECTS OF EXERCISE ON BRAIN AND MEMORY

Exercise clears the mind. It gets the blood pumping and more oxygen is delivered to the brain. The effects of exercise are different on memory as well as on the brain, depending on whether the exerciser is an adolescent or an adult. A gene has been identified which seems to mediate the degree to which exercise has a beneficial effect. This has implications for the potential use of exercise as an intervention for mental illness. The genes code for the BDGF. Brain Derived Growth Factors have been found to enhance the brain growth and memory.

COFFEE DRINKER HAVE LOWER RISK OF DEATH

Older adults who drank coffee -- caffeinated or decaffeinated -- had a lower risk of death overall than others who did not drink coffee, according a study by researchers from the National Cancer Institute (NCI), part of the National Institutes of Health, and AARP. Coffee drinkers were less likely to die from heart disease, respiratory disease, stroke, injuries and accidents, diabetes, and infections, although the association was not seen for cancer. These results from a large study of older adults were observed after adjustment for the effects of other risk factors on mortality, such as smoking and alcohol consumption .

Name: Mirza Faheem Ahmad Discipline : D.P.T—Student Age: 21 Gender : Male Institution : King Edward Medical University, LHR Country: Pakistan

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NEW PROTEIN THAT CONTRIBUTES TO ARTHRITIS DISCOVERED

A Boise State University study has shed new light on how proteins interact, or bind, with one another in tissues. The new information could help scientists with tissue engineering and strengthening efforts to treat cartilage damage and degeneration by diseases such as osteoarthritis. The biologists suggest that a protein called collagen XI interacts with specific proteins in the part of the tissue that provides structural support to the cell. Collagen XI is one of the few proteins that is known to prevent arthritis, and when it is mutated or absent, the individual will develop arthritis early in life.

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Researchers at the University of Michigan Health System have found a key linkage between pain and a specific brain molecule, a discovery that lends new insight into fibromyalgia, an often-baffling chronic pain condition. In patients with fibromyalgia, researchers found, pain decreased when levels of the brain molecule called glutamate went down. The results of this study, which appears in the journal Arthritis and Rheumatism, could be useful to researchers looking for new drugs that treat fibromyalgia . >>> By Muhammad Sheraz Alam

I would say where PPTA should work hard there all institutions must also vocalize their problems. Q17. What is the progress of Physiotherapy Council for which rally was arranged? The progress is very slow unfortuQ1. How are you? nately because something is stuck I am fine Alhamdulillah. somewhere at the ministry level. Q2. For what duration have you been in US and why did Q18. How would you compare you come to Pakistan? Health care system of America I lived there for 17 years then I came to Pakistan because of my and Pakistan? husband America is the ideal protoQ4. How did you come to this profession? What type of many fields is it EXCLUSIVE prompted you to pursue your career in physiotherapy? engineering, law or medical. DR. FARIHA SHAH I was inspired by the wondrous treatment and recovery of my Comparison is actually HEAD OF PHYSIOTHERAPY neighbor through Physical therapy in USA. unfair. DEPARTMENT, DPT Q6. What is the best thing about physiotherapy? Q19. Do you think that Fatima Memorial Hospital LHR Elimination of pain and dysfunction; promotion of active indeour curriculum needs up pendent lifestyle and functional level of every patient. gradation? Why our Q7. Private practice of government house ship, which is curriculum does not match the international standards? better? The DPT curriculum approved by HEC meets that gap with a wider Private Practice, due to competitive nature of job. scope of knowledge InshaAllah. Q8. Teacher, administrator or clinician, at which post do Q20. Your advice to those physiotherapy students who you enjoy working the most? are planning to go abroad for higher education? It’s a tie between teacher and clinician. I mean both. Study hard. Become true learners and improve manual skills, Q9. Taking into consideration your hectic schedule, how examination, evaluation and assessment and learn documentado you cope and allocate time for your social life? tion. That is a big challenge being a mother, wife, daughter in-law, Q21. Would you recommend your daughter to opt for clinician and as a teacher very tough. Credit goes to my family this profession or not? and friends for support. Of course 100 percent! If she wishes to go in physical therapy, Q10. What are the common problems that physiothera- yes! pists are facing in our country? What measures do you Q22. Have you felt any regrets, at any stage of your life suggest? regarding the choice of this profession? The biggest common problem is that we think of ourselves first Right now I have no regrets. Alhamdulillah! and not the profession. We can overcome by improving learning Q23. Any credits you want to pay to someone for your and promoting the devotion. achievements? Q11. 5 traits that a successful physiotherapist needs? My father and mother get every bit of credit. Among these which one is your strongest trait? Q24. What are your goals and do you think that you are To be knowledgeable, dedicated, disciplined, cooperative and heading in the right direction? sincere. I think I have all 5. My role is to provide physical therapy practice at international Q12. Do you think that female physiotherapists face standard more difficulties as compared to male physiotherapists? Q25. Who do idealize in this field and why? Its because of tradition of male domination in our society. Only I idealize my teachers but unfortunately all are outside Pakistan. skilled practice and knowledge can help. Q26. What is your opinion about Student Focus? Q13. What services you think a physiotherapist can Excellent effort! I think that you guys are actively uplifting the provide in case of emergencies? morale of your fellow professionals and making them aware of From First aid to rehabilitation a physiotherapist can provide the services the community is offering. It’s a healthy and wonderemergency care except in the red flag signs. ful activity and you people should definitely keep it up! Q14. Since its formation, PPTA has been in dormancy as Q27. Any message you want to give our readers? happened again after last physiotherapy rally and DPT Be eager learners and become sincere physical therapists. Think course approval, for how long will its silence lasts? of the profession first and then yourself. Q. Thanks for your courteous time Mam! PPTA is in its infancy, a lot of work needs to be done by the office Ans. My pleasure. bearers as well as the members. Q15. House jobs have been proposed in the HEC syllabus That was an impressive session with Dr. Fariha Shah. We but still no firm announcement to date has been heard, wish him prosperity in his life and profession. Read the FULL what PPTA is doing for that? INTERVIEW at our blog and know more about Dr.Fariha PPTA is working for the approval of house jobs, service structure Shah. and other rights of physiotherapists. It all needs some time. Write into Editor and let us know your opinion about this acQ16. PPTA has mission statement of its academic supcount. Send in your suggestions and recommendations at port for physiotherapy institutions yet none of them response_sf@yahoo.com. has any permanent faculty, what do you say?

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Dr. Fareeha Shah is a known physiotherapist. Currently she serving is at Institute of Allied Sciences, Fatima Memorial Hospital Lahore. She graduated from Simmons College Boston USA. Student focus representatives Safa Moeed and Syeda Anoshia Rizvi joined Dr. Fariha Shah in her office and the conversation started.

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