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Rewire & Recover 2026

Global Trends in Neuromodulation and Home Rehabilitation

March 01, 2026 Lilavati Auditorium, Ground Floor, E Block, IIT Madras Research Park, MGR Film City Road, Kanagam, Taramani, Chennai 600 113

Global Trends Neuromodulation and Rehabilitation

About the Conference

Join experts, practitioners and thought leaders from around the world as we explore ground breaking advancements in neuro rehabilitation. This unique platform offers unparalleled insights into the latest research, therapies and technologies empowering individuals to overcome challenges.

Who can attend this conference?

Healthcare professionals interested in learning about Management of Spinal Cord Injury, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Trainees / Consultants, Neurology Trainees, Medical Interns and Residents, Physiotherapists, Prosthetists, Orthotists, Physicians, Occupational Therapists, Speech Therapists, and Sports Physiotherapists.

Embrace the moment, make it count :The Event Inauguration at 11:00 AM

Welcome Address & Lighting of Lamp

Dr. H S Chhabra

Dr. H S Chhabra

Director & Chief, Spine and Rehab Services, Sri Balaji Action Medical Institute, New Delhi, Immediate Past President, International Spinal Cord Society (2020 - 2021)
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Conference Schedule, Speakers & Topics

March 01, 2026


08:00 AM
Register

In-Person Event Registration


08:50 AM
Dr. Priyavadhana R

Neuromodulation in Neurorehabilitation

An overview of principles, techniques, and clinical applications in enhancing recovery after neurological injury

Dr. Priyavadhana R

Consultant Physiatrist and Head of the Department, Institute of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Royalcare Super Speciality Hospital, Neelambur, Coimbatore


09:30 AM
Dr. Sivakumar Balasubramanian

Engineering Precision Neurorehabilitation from Devices to Mechanisms

Dr. Sivakumar Balasubramanian

Professor & Head of Bioengineering, CMC, Vellore


10:15 AM
Mr. Suresh Ramaswamy

Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation in Neurorehabilitation: Current Evidence and Clinical Applications

Mr. Suresh Ramaswamy

Senior Principal Physiotherapist / Head of Rehab Department, Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital, Singapore


10:45 AM
Break

Tea / Coffee Break


11:00 AM
Inauguration

Inauguration + Welcome Address Agenda of
Vallamai Foundation + Chief Guest Address


11:30 AM
Dr. Arasi Maran

Restoring Cardiopulmonary Health: Rehabilitation After Spinal Cord Injury & Stroke

Dr. Arasi Maran

Associate Professor of Medicine & Director of Complex Coronary Intervention, MUSC Health, Charleston, South Carolina, USA


12:00 PM
Prof. Dr. Rajeswari M

Neuromodulation and physical therapy for enhanced neurorehabilitation in Stroke

Prof. Dr. Rajeswari M

Faculty of Physiotherapy, Sri Ramachandra Institute of Higher Education and Research


12:20 PM
Mr. Saboor Rahman Iqbal

Breathing Beyond the ICU: Rewiring Respiratory Care in Neurological Patients from Acute Care to Home

Mr. Saboor Rahman Iqbal

Head of Rehab Dept., Parkway East Hospital, Singapore


12:50 PM
Dr. Vasanth Kattalai Kailasam

Understanding and Managing Chronic Pain After Spinal Cord Injury and Stroke

Dr. Vasanth Kattalai Kailasam

Medical Director, Interventional Pain Management, Mercyhealth Illinois and Wisconsin, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, University of Illinois at Chicago


01:20 PM
Break

Lunch Break


02:20 PM
Dr. Arun Jayaraman

Complementary Therapies Changing SCI Rehab

Dr. Arun Jayaraman

Scientific Chair, Technology & Innovation, Max Näder Center for Rehabilitation Technologies and Outcomes Research, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Chicago


02:50 PM
Ms. Kelly Breen, MS, OTR/L, BCPR

Harnessing Neuroplasticity: Upper Limb Rehabilitation in Stroke and Spinal Cord Injury

Ms. Kelly Breen, MS, OTR/L, BCPR

Senior Occupational Therapist - Research, Max Näder Center for Rehabilitation Technologies and Outcomes Research, Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Chicago


03:20 PM
Ms. Sara Prokup, PT, DPT

Gait Training Strategies after Neurological Disorders

Ms. Sara Prokup, PT, DPT

Manager, Research Operations, Max Näder Center for Rehabilitation Technologies and Outcomes Research Technology & Innovation Hub (tiHUB), Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Chicago


03:50 PM
Break

Tea / Coffee Break


04:20 PM
Dr. Preeti Raghavan

Advancing Home Neurorehabilitation: Integrating Technology and Neuromodulation for Functional Recovery

Dr. Preeti Raghavan

Sheikh Khalifa Stroke Institute Professor, Director, Center of Excellence for of Stroke Treatment, Recovery and Rehabilitation, Vice Chair for Research, Dept. of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Professor in Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation and Neurology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine


04:50 PM
Dr. Rajani Sebastian

Neuromodulation in Aphasia: Rewiring the Language Network After Stroke

Dr. Rajani Sebastian

Associate Professor in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Speech Language Pathology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine


05:20 PM
Closing

Networking & Closing Ceremony

Registration Information
REGISTRATION PROCESS

Online Mode

NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS:

Limited to first 25 delegates only

COURSE REGISTRATION FEES

INR (₹999.00)

Please register for the conference by clicking the button below to fill out the form. Use the QR code on the right to complete your payment.

BANK ACCOUNT DETAILS

Vallamai Foundation

ACCOUNT NUMBER

51090 90102 51144

IFSC CODE

CIUB0000036

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Event Location

Lilavati Auditorium, Ground Floor, E Block, IIT Madras Research Park, MGR Film City Road, Kanagam, Taramani, Chennai 600 113

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