Mangaluru, Karnataka: Research has become an increasingly important part of Farseen Mohammed P’s professional development as a specialist physiotherapist in neurosciences and clinical researcher. His academic portfolio includes published research, postgraduate clinical research, ongoing systematic reviews, scoping reviews and scientific presentations covering several areas of physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
With a primary specialization in neurophysiotherapy and neurorehabilitation, Farseen’s research interests have expanded across neurological, cardiovascular, metabolic and exercise-based rehabilitation.
From Clinical Education to Research
Farseen completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy at the Co-operative Institute of Health Sciences, Thalassery, before pursuing a Master of Physiotherapy in Neurosciences at Yenepoya Physiotherapy College, Yenepoya (Deemed to be University), Mangaluru.
His postgraduate specialization focused on neurophysiotherapy and neurorehabilitation.
During this period, his clinical training and academic work increasingly connected with research questions involving neurological rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise.
Postgraduate Research on Stroke Rehabilitation
A significant part of Farseen’s research portfolio began with his postgraduate dissertation:
“Effect of Eccentric Versus Concentric Strengthening on Functional Mobility in Subacute Stroke Patients: A Randomized Parallel-Group Comparative Study.”
The study examined strengthening approaches in people with subacute stroke, with functional mobility as an important outcome.
The research subsequently became part of his professional conference presentation at Mangalore PhysioCon 2026.
Scientific Presentation at Mangalore PhysioCon
At Mangalore PhysioCon 2026, held on 10–11 April 2026 in Mangaluru, Farseen presented his postgraduate research on eccentric versus concentric strengthening in subacute stroke patients.
His participation was in the postgraduate oral paper category.
He also served as an Organizing Member of the Scientific Committee for the conference.
This combination of research presentation and academic service contributed to his developing research profile.
Recognition at SYNERGOS 2026
Farseen later presented another stroke-rehabilitation research project at SYNERGOS 2026.
His presentation was titled:
“Effectiveness of Eccentric Strengthening Interventions in Stroke Rehabilitation: A Systematic Review.”
The presentation received the First Prize in the Postgraduate Category for Oral Paper Presentation.
The recognition marked an important milestone in his development in evidence-synthesis research.
Published Research in Parkinson’s Disease
Farseen’s research portfolio also includes published work in Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation.
He contributed to the scoping review:
“Timing of Dopaminergic Medication Relative to Physiotherapy Delivery in Adults with Parkinson’s Disease: A Scoping Review.”
The paper was published in the International Journal of Drug Delivery Technology in 2026.
Farseen served as the second author and corresponding author.
The publication represents an important step from postgraduate clinical research into peer-reviewed academic publication.
Ongoing Systematic Review Projects
Farseen’s research portfolio continues to expand through ongoing systematic-review projects.
One project examines the:
Effectiveness of Eccentric Strengthening Interventions on Functional Outcomes in Adults After Stroke.
Another examines:
Effects of Exercise-Based Cardiac Rehabilitation on Cardiovascular Autonomic Function and Cerebral Outcomes in Adults with Heart Failure and Stable Coronary Artery Disease.
A third project focuses on:
Effects of Exercise Interventions on Hepatic, Metabolic, Functional, and Muscle Strength Outcomes in Adults with Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD).
These projects demonstrate the range of clinical questions included in his research interests.
Scoping Review Experience
In addition to systematic reviews, Farseen has developed experience in scoping-review methodology.
His Parkinson’s disease publication is one example.
Another ongoing scoping-review project focuses on:
Tracking-Based Motor Training for Motor Learning and Functional Recovery After Stroke.
This work extends his interest in neurological rehabilitation and evidence synthesis.
Research Across Multiple Clinical Areas
Although neuroscience physiotherapy remains his primary specialization, Farseen’s research portfolio covers several areas.
These include:
- Stroke rehabilitation
- Parkinson’s disease rehabilitation
- Therapeutic exercise
- Cardiac rehabilitation
- Metabolic health
- Functional rehabilitation
- Evidence-based physiotherapy
- Clinical intervention research
- Systematic reviews
- Scoping reviews
- Evidence synthesis
The breadth of these topics reflects an interest in rehabilitation research beyond a single clinical condition.
Therapeutic Exercise as a Research Theme
Therapeutic exercise appears repeatedly throughout Farseen’s research activities.
His postgraduate dissertation investigated strengthening after stroke.
His systematic-review work examines eccentric strengthening interventions.
His cardiac rehabilitation research focuses on exercise-based rehabilitation.
His MASLD research examines exercise interventions and a range of functional and metabolic outcomes.
This recurring theme demonstrates his interest in evaluating exercise through structured research methods.
Developing Expertise in Evidence Synthesis
Farseen has also invested in developing his research methodology skills.
From 27 to 31 August 2026, he participated in a five-day hands-on international-level workshop on Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis conducted by IIRA, Mumbai.
He has also completed training in Good Clinical Practice and health science research and publication.
These educational activities support his ongoing work in systematic reviews, scoping reviews and evidence synthesis.
Clinical Research Foundation
Farseen’s research activities are supported by clinical exposure gained during his undergraduate and postgraduate education.
His postgraduate clinical training at Yenepoya Medical College Hospital included exposure to stroke, Parkinson’s disease, traumatic brain injury, Guillain–Barré syndrome and spinal cord disorders.
He also received training in Neurodevelopmental Treatment, Motor Relearning Programme approaches and task-oriented training.
This clinical background provides context for his interest in neurological rehabilitation research.
Connecting Research With Professional Development
Farseen’s research portfolio has developed alongside his professional education.
His postgraduate degree established his specialization in neuroscience physiotherapy.
His clinical training provided exposure to neurological and rehabilitation conditions.
His dissertation introduced him to clinical intervention research.
His conference presentations developed his scientific communication skills.
His subsequent publication and ongoing evidence-synthesis projects have expanded his research experience.
Academic and Scientific Communication
Farseen’s research development has also involved active scientific communication.
He has presented original postgraduate research and systematic-review work at professional conferences.
His role as a corresponding author on a published scoping review further demonstrates involvement in academic research communication.
He has also participated in scientific committee activities at Mangalore PhysioCon.
A Broader Academic Perspective
Farseen’s additional academic qualification—a Postgraduate Diploma in Nutrition, completed in 2025—adds another dimension to his broader health and rehabilitation interests.
His research in metabolic health and exercise-based rehabilitation intersects with this wider interest in health sciences.
While his core professional specialization remains neuroscience physiotherapy, his academic interests demonstrate an expanding view of rehabilitation and exercise research.
Continuing Growth as a Clinical Researcher
Farseen’s research portfolio is still developing.
His published Parkinson’s disease research provides an established contribution, while his ongoing systematic and scoping reviews represent continuing academic activity.
His conference presentations and professional training have further strengthened his research skills.
This combination suggests a professional pathway that integrates clinical physiotherapy with research and evidence synthesis.
Looking Ahead
Farseen Mohammed P’s growing research portfolio reflects the development of a physiotherapist who is increasingly engaged with clinical research and evidence-based rehabilitation.
From his postgraduate stroke research to his published Parkinson’s disease scoping review and ongoing projects in stroke, cardiac rehabilitation and metabolic health, his research interests cover a broad range of rehabilitation questions.
With continued development in systematic-review methodology, clinical research and scientific communication, Farseen is building an academic profile that connects neuroscience physiotherapy with broader rehabilitation research.
His evolving portfolio demonstrates a continuing interest in examining clinical questions through structured research and evidence-based approaches.
