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List of Publications

  1. Tabassum MN, Asim HM, Zahra S, Ahmed S, Sadiq S. EFFECTIVENESS OF HOME BASED DECONGESTIVE LYMPHATIC THERAPY FOLLOWING AXILLARY LYMPH NODE DISSECTION AMONG BREAST CANCER SURGERY PATIENTS. Pakistan Journal of Medicine and Dentistry. 2019;8(1):5-.
  2. Kamran R, Tabassum MN, Asim HM, Sadiq S, Ahmad W. Identification of Precompetitive Anxiety among Professional Footballers: A Cross-Sectional Study in Pakistan’s Context. Pakistan Journal of Medicine and Dentistry. 2020;9(2):117-21.
  3. Sharif M, Tabassum MN, Maqbool S, Asghar HMU, Naveed M, Shamshad E, et al. Pain Catastrophizing in Adult Females After Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty. Pakistan BioMedical Journal. 2022:117-20.
  4. Ilyas T, Anwar M, Tabassum M, Maqbool S, Ain Q, Asghar M. Incidence of Burnout and its Relationship with Musculoskeletal Disorders among Healthcare College Students in Lahore, Pakistan. Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences. 2022;16(10):147-.
  5. Mujeeb B, Tabassum MN, Asim HM, Waqas S, Asghar HMU, Javaid M. Cervical Range of Motion and Proprioception Due to Different Styles of Headscarf’s Among LMDC Female Students. 2023.
  6. Butt HS, Tahir N, Shahbaz Z, Tabassum MN, Saeed M, Jamil A. Effects of Unilateral Mastectomy on Shoulder and Scapular Mobility and Its Relation with Functional Activity on Dominant and Non-Dominant Side. Scientific Research Journal (Scirj). 2023;11(4):6-13.
  7. Ahmad M, Safdar N, Salik S, Faisal S, Tabassum MN, Munawar R. The frequency of dizziness among mild to moderate traumatic brain injury patient. Foundation University Journal of Rehabilitation Sciences. 2024;4(1):58-61.
  8. Ashraf ZB, Waqas S, Dar RK, Tariq M, Tabassum MN, Sherazi QUA. Translation and Validation of Childhood Healthcare Assessment Questionnaire in Urdu Language for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis. Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences. 2023;17(08):5-.
  9. Hassan Z, Hussain SA, Tabassum MN. COMPLICATIONS DUE TO POST OPERATIVE KINESIOPHOBIA IN PATIENTS FOLLOWING MODIFIED RADICAL MASTECTOMY. Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation. 2024;2(2 (Health & Allied)):294-300.
  10. Zubair A, Tabassum MN, Rizwan A, Hussain M, Manzoor S, Ali H. Proprioception of Cervical Spine Due to Dual Screen Usage Among Office Workers: A Cross-Sectional Study. The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences. 2025;5(2):45-9.
  11. Ijaz M, Tabassum MN, Ahmad M, Zubair A, Arshad S, Zahid E. Role of Clamshell Exercises on Pain and Functional Outcomes in Patients with Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome. The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences. 2025;5(2):244-9.
  12. Tabassum MN. Comparison of the effectiveness of static stretching and hold relax technique on hamstrings flexibility: A randomized Control Trial. Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences.
  13. Tabassum MN. DEMOGRAPHIC ANALYSIS OF FRACTURE PROFILE OF PATIENTS AT ACCIDENT AND EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT OF ORTHOPEDICS SURGERIES AND TRAUMATOLOGY (DOST)-UNIT I MAYO HOSPITAL LAHORE. Pakistan Journal of Medical and Biological Sciences (GCUF) ISSN 2521:5450.
  14. BILAL M, BHATTI MI, BASIT MS, NAQVI QR, HASHMI GM, AFAQ M. Outcome of Arthroscopic Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction Knee Joint Using Hamstring Autograft: A Two Years Experience. Age (in years).1:4.7.
  15. Ahmad D, Kazmi SK, Ilyas U, Hashmi GM, Shahid MA, Shah S, et al. Pulmonary Tuberculosis Rehabilitation: Evidence-Based Physiotherapy and Technological Advancements for Sustainable Development Goal Achievement, a Narrative Review. Pakistan BioMedical Journal. 2025:03-9.
  16. Zeeshan M, Saleem J, Hashmi GM, Ahmed N, Haider A. Association of Neck Pain with Eyeglasses, in Students with Poor Eye-sight (A Comparative Study Between Glass Wearer and Non-Glass Wearer). 2023.
  17. Bilal M, Karamat A, Basit MS, Bashir MS, Naqvi Q, Hashmi GM. Incidence of Surgical Site Infection in Patients Presented for Orthopaedic Surgery. Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences. 2022;16(08):289-.
  18. FATIMA Z, IQBAL UJ, HASHMI GM, KAZMI K, IQBAL N, SHAFIQ J, et al. Barriers in Practicing Outcome Measurement Tools among Health Care Providers.
  19. Kazmi K, Hashmi GM, Ishaq H, Mehmood W. Effects of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease on cervical and lumbar spinal mobility. National Journal of Medical and Health Sciences (NJMHS). 2020;2(1):31-7.
  20. ASIF JS. Effect of abdominal physiotherapy in reduction of inter recti distance in postpartum females. 2021.
  21. DIN MU. Association of Work Related Musculoskeletal Wrist Pain and Carpel Tunnel Syndrome among Painters in Lahore.
  22. Gull Mahnoor Hashmi, Dur-e-Sabeeh, Minahil Abbas, & Kifayat Ullah. (2024). MATERNAL VITAMIN D LEVELS AND ITS RELATIONSHIP WITH BIRTH WEIGHT OF NEWBORNS IN PARTURIENT WITH LATENT TUBERCULOSIS INFECTION. Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology, 31(6), 1881-1890.
  23. Gull Mahnoor Hashmi, Dr. Sarah Khan, Dr. Shiza Ghani PT, Amina Saeed, Dr. Wajeeha Bakhat, Dr. Eram Aslam, & Dr. Muneeb Iqbal. (2024). EFFECTS OF NEUROMUSCULAR ELECTRICAL STIMULATION WITH AND WITHOUT CONSTRAINT INDUCED MOVEMENT THERAPY ON UPPER LIMB FUNCTION IN CHILDREN WITH ERB’S PALSY. Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology, 31(3), 1071-1078.
  24. Mahmood T, Abrar A, Atif MM, Mahmood W, Batool F. Effect of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization versus myofascial release therapy for pain, mobility, and disability in chronic low backache patients: a quasi-experimental study. Anaesthesia, Pain & Intensive Care. 2024 Dec 5;28(3):452-8.
  25. Jabeen H, Mahmood T, Mahmood W, Ahmad N. Effects of Physical Cognitive Dual Task Training versus Conventional Single Task Training for Balance and Quality of Life among Older Adults--A Quasi Experimental Study. International Journal of Gerontology. 2024 Oct 1;18(4).
  26. Ashraf K, Touseef A, Sajid Z, Mahmood W, Mahmood T, Babur MN. Comparison of spinal stabilization exercise versus Maitland mobilization along with laser therapy in non- specific low back pain. Khyber Medical University Journal. 2024 Sep 30;16(3):195-200.
  27. Tariq M, Fatima K, Khan SF, Mahmood W, Mahmood T, Khurshaid S, Khalid M, Khoosa M, Babur MN. Efficacy of massage versus massage with post isometric relaxation in temporomandibular disorders: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2024 May 16;16(1):110.
  28. Akram A, Imtiaz K, Maryem S, Mahmood W, Mahmood T, Babur MN. Comparison of Pilates exercises versus muscle energy technique with Kinesio taping in non-specific low back pain: a randomized controlled trial. Khyber Medical University Journal. 2024 Mar 31;16(1):3-9.
  29. Younas AS, Tanveer F, Sharif F, Waseem I, Mahmood W, Ahmad A. Association of low back pain with the use of high heel in ladies: a systematic review. Anaesthesia, Pain & Intensive Care. 2023 Dec 12;27(6):681-8.
  30. Mahmood T, Afzal W, Mahmood W, Maqsood U, Sumiya A. Frequency of work-related musculoskeletal disorders among physical therapists: a systematic review. Rev Bras Med Trab. 2025;23(3).
  31. Nayyab H, Ehsan S, Batool F, Mahmood W, Mahmood T. Effect of High-Intensity Circuit Training versus Low-Intensity Interval Training on Functional Strength and Weight Efficacy in Overweight and Obese Young Females: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Journal of the Dow University of Health Sciences (JDUHS). 2023 Nov 21;17(3).
  32. Zulfiqar M, Mahmood W, Waseem I, Mahmood T, Naqvi R. Relationship of Caregivers' Perceived Stress and Burden among Stroke Survivors: A prospective Cross-Sectional Study. Journal of the Dow University of Health Sciences (JDUHS). 2023 Aug 8;17(2).
  33. Irfan S, Mahmood W, Mahmood T, Shahid HZ. Association of Upper Trapezius Pain with Perceived Exertion and Depression in Workers of the Food Industry. Journal of Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences. 2023 Jun 21;22(02):136-40.
  34. Arshad S, Sharif MW, Waseem I, Mahmood W, Ilyas HS. Individual and organizational barriers faced by physiotherapists in implementing evidence based practice-an analytical study. JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association. 2022 Oct 1;72(10):2030-3.
  35. Zia MU, Abrar A, Mahmood W, Mahmood T. COMPARISON OF PERCEIVED BENEFITS AND BARRIERS TO EXERCISE AMONG MEDICAL AND NON-MEDICAL STUDENTS. The Rehabilitation Journal. 2022 Sep 30;6(03):409-13.
  36. Mahmood W, Ahmed Burq HS, Ehsan S, Sagheer B, Mahmood T. Effect of core stabilization exercises in addition to conventional therapy in improving trunk mobility, function, ambulation and quality of life in stroke patients: a randomized controlled trial. BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation. 2022 Apr 8;14(1):62.
  37. Mahmood T, Afzal MW, Waseem I, Arif MA, Mahmood W. Comparative effectiveness of routine physical therapy with and without instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization for improving pain and disability in patients with neck pain due to upper crossed syndrome. Annals of Punjab Medical College. 2022 Mar 31;16(1):45-50.
  38. Salam A, Khalid A, Waseem I, Mahmood T, Mahmood W. COMPARISON BETWEEN EFFECTS OF PASSIVE VERSUS SELF-MOBILIZATION OF SCIATIC NERVE IN PIRIFORMIS SYNDROME FOR RELIEVING PAIN AND IMPROVING HIP OUTCOMES. The Rehabilitation Journal. 2022 Mar 31;6(01):298-302.
  39. Mahmood W, Bashir MS, Ehsan S, Qureshi MA. Upper extremity musculoskeletal disorders and exposure to Ergonomic risk factors among handicraft workers. Pakistan Journal of Medical Sciences. 2021 Mar;37(2):494.
  40. Khubaib F, Maqsood U, Mahmood T, Arshad HS, Mahmood W. Risk factors of non-structural scoliosis in adults with low back pain. Rawal Medical Journal. 2019 Aug 7;44(3):498-.
  41. Mehmood T, Mehmood W, Maqsood U, Salam A, Sefat N. Level of Actual Physical Fitness and its Perception among Students of Physiotherapy in Lahore. Journal of Liaquat University of Medical & Health Sciences. 2019 Apr 10;18(01):60-4.
  42. Mahmood T, Asghar M, Maqsood U, Mahmood W. Low back pain among the barbers of Lahore, Pakistan. Rawal Medical Journal. 2018 Aug 10;43(3):491-.
  43. Mahmood T, Asghar M, Maqsood U, Mahmood W. Frequency of Low back pain among the barbers of Lahore, Pakistan. Rawal Medical Journal. 2018 Jul 1;43(3).
  44. Mahmood T, Mujahid Z, Mahmood W, Tariq K, Salam A. Comparison of physical fitness between rural and urban physical therapy students studying in Lahore, Pakistan. Annals of Punjab Medical College. 2018 Apr 12;12(2):112-6.
  45. Ameer K, Mahmood W, Arshad HS. Physical, Dietary, Sedentary, Behavior and Gender Differences among these Factors of Adolescents in Lahore. Int J Sci Res. 2016;5:539-6.
  46. Anwar R, Mahmood W, Arshad HS. Ergonomics assessment and work-related musculoskeletal disorders in construction workers. Int J Sci Res. 2016;5:424-7.
  47. Riaz HM, Mehmood Bhatti Z. Quality of life in adults with lower limb burn injury. Journal of Burn Care & Research. 2020;41(6):1212-5. DOI: 10.1093/jbcr/iraa069
  48. Riaz HM, Cheema SA. Paraffin wax bath therapy versus therapeutic ultrasound in management of post burn contractures of small joints of hand. International Journal of Burns and Trauma. 2021;11(3):245. PMCID: PMC8310878
  49. Jabar M, Riaz HM, Sajjad SA, Rana AA, Ahmad I, Khalid S. Prevalence of Pressure Ulcers and its Relative Distribution among Hospitalized Patients in Tertiary Care Hospitals of Lahore. Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research| Volume. 2022;12(S1). DOI: 10.54608.annalsmedical.2022.s1
  50. Asghar F, Chaudhary S, Aslam F, Riaz HM, Rabbani MS, Mehmood S. Association of Active and Passive Coping Strategies with Neck Pain among Dentists of Lahore. Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences. 2022;16(09):91-. DOI: https://doi.org/10.53350/pjmhs2216991
  51. Riaz HM. Effects of Physical Therapy Exercises on Absorption of Pleural Fluid in Patients with Pleural Effusion. EC Pulmonol Respir Med. 2022;11(7):1-8.
  52. Anwar MZ, Batool U, Shahwaiz M, Arif A, Rafique H, Riaz HM. Association of cervical proprioception and balance among vestibular dysfunction patients; a cross sectional study. Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation. 2024;2(2 (Health & Rehab)):440-9. DOI: https://doi.org/10.71000/bk5grc10
  53. Tariq S, Kabir A, Riaz H, Riaz HM, Riaz B, Shah SNA, et al. Virtual Reality Rehabilitation Versus Task-Oriented Training For Improving Dynamic Balance And Gait Among Parkinson’s Disease Patients. Insights-Journal of Health and Rehabilitation. 2025;3(1 (Health & Allied)):194-200.
  54. Amina, R. T., Arif, T., Ghaffar, E., et al. (2024). Prevalence of financial burden among stroke caregivers. Rawal Medical Journal, 49, 934.
  55. Aqdas, A., Zaheer, Z., Ghaffar, E., et al. (2024). Prevalence of Plantar Fasciitis Among Beauticians of City Sheikhupura: Prevalence of Plantar Fasciitis in Beauticians. Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Research, 4, 1-5.
  56. Arif, T., Raza, T., Saleem, Z., et al. (2023). Quality of Life Among Stroke Survivors; A Descriptive Study. Journal Riphah College of Rehabilitation Sciences, 11.
  57. Arif, T., Rehman, S. S. U. & Ikram, M. (2022). Effects of cervical stabilisation exercises on respiratory strength in chronic neck pain patients with forward head posture. J. Pak. Med. Assoc, 72, 1635-1638.
  58. Gul, S., Arif, T., Tariq, R., et al. (2024). Prevalence of trochanteric bursitis in patients with grade-I & grade-II knees osteoarthritis. Official Journal of Pakistan Medical Association, Rawalpindi–Islamabad Branch Jul–Sep 2024 Volume 49 Number 3, 49, 637.
  59. Hanif, A., Hafeez, S., Arif, T., et al. (2024). Comparison of active release and post-isometric relaxation techniques on functional performance in patients with chronic lateral epicondylitis. Journal of Musculoskeletal Surgery and Research, 8, 240-246.
  60. Hussain, T., Arif, T., Mazhar, F., et al. (2024). Frequency of Frailty in Old Age Sedentary Population with Disturbed Neurological Status. Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Research, 4, 979-983.
  61. Mazhar, F., Bashir, M. S., Noor, R., et al. (2024). Effects of mobilization with movement and Maitland grade III mobilization on pain and physical function in plantar fasciitis. Official Journal of Pakistan Medical Association, Rawalpindi–Islamabad Branch Jul–Sep 2024 Volume 49 Number 3, 49, 617.
  62. Tariq, H., Mazhar, F., Ghaffar, E., et al. (2024). Association between Plantar Fasciitis and Hamstring Tightness among Runners. Journal of Health and Rehabilitation Research, 4, 343-347.
  63. Waseem, M., Ikram, M., Arif, T., et al. (2022). Effects of decompression on pain, range of motion and function in patients with acute vs chronic lumbar radiculopathy. JPMA. The Journal of the Pakistan Medical Association, 72, 1842-1844.

Future Plan

The Department is committed to advancing physiotherapy education, research, and clinical excellence through a progressive roadmap. Key strategic thrusts include:

  • Health Promotion & Preventive Care – Integrating wellness and lifestyle interventions into all levels of curriculum and community outreach.
  • Interprofessional Education & Collaboration – Fostering joint learning opportunities with medicine, nursing, public health, and allied health disciplines to strengthen patient-centered care.
  • Innovation & Evidence-Based Practice – Embedding research-driven solutions, digital tools, and simulation-based training across teaching and service delivery.
  • Depth & Breadth of Expertise – Building faculty capability and clinical specialization across core and emerging areas of physiotherapy.
  • International Faculty Exchange Program – Establishing bilateral agreements with global universities to promote collaborative teaching, mentorship, research, and curriculum development.

Planned Academic & Professional Initiatives

  • Split-Degree and Articulation Pathways – Enabling learners to earn dual qualifications with national and international partner universities.
  • Workshops on Research Methodology & Synopsis Development – Hands-on learning to strengthen scholarly writing and scientific rigor.
  • Short Courses for Continuous Professional Development (CPD) – Targeted upskilling for clinicians, educators, and researchers.
  • Certification Tracks and Structured Trainings from Semester 1 – Early exposure to essential skills such as:
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid
    • Patient Handling & Ergonomics
    • Academic Writing & Evidence Appraisal
    • Ethics and Professional Conduct
    • Introduction to Research & Data Management
  • Clinical Simulation & Skills Laboratories – Progressive modules starting in the first semester, supporting experiential learning before clinical rotations.
  • Community & School-Based Health Promotion Projects – Initiatives linking students to preventive and rehabilitative programs in diverse settings.
  • International Faculty Exchange & Collaborative Research – Structured programs to bring overseas experts for lectures, workshops, and joint research, while enabling local faculty to gain global exposure.

Postgraduate & Doctoral Programs

Planned programs to strengthen advanced clinical expertise and research leadership:

  • Master of Science (MSc) in:
    • Neuro-Muscular Physical Therapy
    • Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
    • Cardio-Pulmonary Physical Therapy
    • Pediatrics Physical Therapy
    • Women’s Health Physical Therapy
  • Ph.D. in Physical Therapy Advanced research and leadership in rehabilitation sciences.