Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
RESEARCH And PROJECTS
COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND VOLUNTEERING
Timeline
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Payal Sugan Rajpurohit

New York,NY

Summary

Dedicated and passionate Physical Therapist with a Master's in Neurosciences physical therapy and a Bachelor's in Physical therapy from India. Currently pursuing a Master’s in Kinesiology at Dallas Baptist University, Texas. Skilled in diagnosing and treating
musculoskeletal, neurological, and orthopedic impairments. Licensed to practice in New York, with a strong belief in rehabilitation beyond symptom relief, focusing on strength and conditioning for long-term wellness. Proficient in evidence-based care, patient management, fitness assessments, and community outreach programs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Consultant Physical Therapist

Portea Medical, Mumbai, India
Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
03.2021 - 08.2023
  • Evaluated and treated orthopedic, pediatric, and neurological cases using evidence-based techniques.
  • Treated sports injuries with manual therapy and advanced rehabilitation techniques.
  • Maintained detailed patient records for treatment planning and follow-up care.

Master Student & Amp; Physical Therapist

K.J. Somaiya College of Physiotherapy
MUMBAI, INDIA
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Managed adult neurology and pediatric patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, cardiopulmonary, and gynecological conditions in inpatient, outpatient, and ICU settings.
  • Conducted fitness assessments, personalized/group classes, and community outreach programs.
  • Provided care to COVID patients in wards and ICUs during the pandemic.

On-Field Physical Therapist

Mumbai Football Association
Mumbai, India
01.2022 - 03.2022
  • Provided acute care and manual therapy for injured players during interclub soccer matches.
  • Conducted quick evaluations and decisions for on-field triage.

Consultant Physical Therapist

Shree Fit Care and Cure
PUNE, INDIA
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Administered rehabilitation for orthopedic, sports, and neurological disorders in pediatric, geriatric, and sports-specific populations.
  • Applied advanced techniques for late-stage rehabilitation to ensure a smooth return to sports.

Intern Physical Therapist

Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy
PUNE, INDIA
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Managed patients with musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary impairments in inpatient, outpatient, and ICU settings.
  • Conducted fitness assessments and facilitated group and personalized fitness classes.

Education

Master of Science - Kinesiology

Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX
05-2025

Master of Science - Neurophysiotherapy

K.J. Somaiya College of Physiotherapy
Maharashtra, India
03-2023

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy
India
06-2020

Skills

  • Expertise in designing personalized rehabilitation programs
  • Strong leadership in guiding patients through recovery
  • Effective communicator, fostering positive therapist-client relationships
  • skilled in assessing musculoskeletal and neuromotor impairments
  • Passionate about promoting holistic wellness, and injury prevention

Certification

  • Certified Practitioner in Neurodynamic Solutions (Upper and Lower Quarter)
  • Certificate in Myofascial Release and Muscle Energy Technique
  • Neurodevelopmental Techniques and Bobath Certification
  • Basic Research Methodology & Education Methodology Workshops

RESEARCH And PROJECTS

  • Master’s Project: Association of Functional Strength, 180-Degree Turn, and
    Functional Ambulation in Stroke Patients
  • Conducted data collection and analysis for 24 stroke patients, comparing functional
    walking categories and ambulation variables.
  • Internship Project: Screening of Upper Limb Musculoskeletal Problems in
    Postgraduate Dental Students
  • Developed a self-reported questionnaire, collected and analyzed data, and presented
    findings in a thesis.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND VOLUNTEERING

  • Organized physical therapy camps in residential societies and rural areas in India.
  • Volunteered for health camps focused on women’s health and hygiene during the
    COVID pandemic.
  • Collaborated with Ayurvedic practitioners for physical therapy camps in Pune, India.

Timeline

On-Field Physical Therapist

Mumbai Football Association
01.2022 - 03.2022

Consultant Physical Therapist

Portea Medical, Mumbai, India
03.2021 - 08.2023

Master Student & Amp; Physical Therapist

K.J. Somaiya College of Physiotherapy
01.2021 - 05.2023

Consultant Physical Therapist

Shree Fit Care and Cure
01.2020 - 01.2021

Intern Physical Therapist

Dr. D. Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy
01.2019 - 01.2020

Master of Science - Kinesiology

Dallas Baptist University

Master of Science - Neurophysiotherapy

K.J. Somaiya College of Physiotherapy

Bachelor of Science - Physiotherapy

Dr. D.Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy
Payal Sugan Rajpurohit