STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
I was up in Mumbai, the "City of dreams", where individuals have been pursuing their goals
since they were little and I was too as a child. Growing up, I had a lot of ambitions of my
own, including becoming a lawyer to defend the truth and provide justice to the oppressed,
teaching and developing the intellect of young, talented individuals yet the human body and
its physiological functions were what really drew my interest and the manner in which the
human body functions, leading to quality of living. In addition to being a noble career, it
offers the most difficult endeavours one may pursue. When I was twelve years old, I
suffered a finger injury that required plastic surgery on my index finger. However, the most
troubling aspect of the procedure was the intense physical therapy I had to endure to
restore the strength and functionality of my finger, which made the recovery process
extremely challenging for me. That event made me realise that I wanted to work in the area
of medicine where people had given up on themselves but were still able to function and
manage their pain without resorting to take medications. This approach helped me realise
that I wanted to study physical therapy, which sparked my interest in the area and helped
me become passionate about helping individuals reach their maximum potential in terms of
physical fitness.
I was ecstatic to get accepted into my course because I had wanted to study this subject
since I was a young child. My parents were my greatest supporters during this time of
uprooting and shifting states to follow my dream; their encouragement helped me realise
that I wanted to achieve my goals and reward them in some manner. I put my all into my
first semester's work, so when the results were announced, I was overjoyed to have secured
the top spot at my college. My parents said that this was the best gift they had received.
One of my senior, congratulated me on my achievement and told me to keep up my good
work in the remaining three semesters. She also said that “while it is great to achieve
something, it is even more wonderful to maintain it”. I never forgot this advice, and I made
sure to take first place in my class in the second, third, and fourth semesters. When I
finished my fourth year of college, I was ranked top at my university and finishing the course
with the highest ranking possible was a huge accomplishment for me.
During my undergraduate studies, I finished two research projects.
1) Comparative Study Between The Effects Of Myofascial Release Technique And
Phonophoresis Followed By Cervical Isometrics In Pain And Range Of Motion On
Patients With Trapezitis- IJPTRS- Volume 2 Issue 4 - October - November - December,
2023.
2) Understanding The Psychological Component Of Pain: Systematic Review Of
Literature in Applying Positive Psychology to Enhance Physiotherapy Outcome- EPRA
JOURNALS- Volume 7 Issue 8 August 2021.
I encountered a variety of fields during my degree, including women's health, neuro
rehabilitation, paediatrics, cardio-respiratory, musculoskeletal systems and disorders made
me more determined to become proficient in these areas of expertise. Nonetheless, I
discovered that working in intensive care units—where physical therapy is essential to
maintaining patients' life expectancy—was the most difficult aspect of my fieldwork.
Through observations, tutorials, lectures, seminars, conferences, application of various
manipulative skills and techniques, hands-on practice, and clinical placements in each unit, I
got expertise in all of the aforementioned fields that enabled me to apply the information to
improve the condition of the patients. During my six-month internship at a multispecialty
hospital in Mumbai, I had the opportunity to work with patients in both the inpatient and
outpatient departments who had fractures, strokes, traumatic brain injuries, post-tumor
excision, heart surgeries including valve repair and bypass. I saw a variety of acute injuries
when I was an observer at an outpatient clinic during my study, including low back pain,
knee pain, cervical pain, tennis elbow, scoliosis and ankle sprains etc.
After doing some research, I discovered that the University of Salford offers a wide range of
health-related courses, all of which are designed and instructed by highly qualified experts. I
was always interested in pursuing a master's degree in both Musculoskeletal and Neuro
Rehabilitation and after doing some research, I realised how your university will assist me
achieve my Post Graduation together in both of those sectors during my MSC study at your
university. While learning more about the university, I became even more aware of its
excellent laboratories, libraries, courses, campus and chances for me to conduct
independent research. Furthermore, I discovered that the program's main objective is to
provide students practical experience, which benefits everyone. I'm eager to learn from the
experts. Studying MSC in Advance Physiotherapy Rehab, I want to further gain specialized
knowledge of this area of study along with contributing to research at your Renowned
University.
My goal is to use the knowledge I have received throughout my M.Sc. curriculum in Advance
Physiotherapy Rehabilitation to better assist the patients I will be working with.
Additionally, since methods and treatments for improving patients' health change
constantly, there will be a growing need for specialists who can treat patients completely
and effectively. As a proponent of gradual but swift progress, I anticipate myself
spearheading a group of proficient physical therapists to enhance our patients' results with
utmost diligence in the next few years. My long-term objective is to launch a lucrative
career in physiotherapy research and to fully utilise the field's potential in a variety of
contexts. This course will help me acquire skills that will enable me to pursue my
professional goals and fulfil my desire to do research.
In conclusion, my decision to pursue a Masters degree in the discipline of physiotherapy has
been shaped by my excellent academic foundation and my passion for the profession. I have
no doubt that this programme will give me the materials and tools I need to further improve
my abilities and knowledge.
