Riya Uttarwar

About

Bachelor of Physiotherapy student with hands-on internship experience in patient assessment, electrotherapy, and rehabilitation support. Interested in physiotherapy research, assistive technology, and evidence-based rehabilitation innovation.

Experience

• Physiotherapy Intern
  Vital Multispecialy Hospital
  Sep 2024 – Present
• Medical Research Intern
  Avquint Innovations
  Jan 2026 – Apr 2026
• Research Internship
  Savitribai Phule Pune University
  May 2025 – Sep 2025

Education

• Bachelor of Physiotherapy
  Dr D.Y. Patil College of Physiotherapy
  Aug 2023 – Jul 2028

Skills

• Counseling <3 months
• Patient assessment <3 months
• Neurological rehabilitation <3 months
• Therapeutic Exercises <3 months
• Electrotherapy <3 months

Projects

• StretchX – Automated Hamstring Stretching Device
  Physiotherapy, Engineering

  STS-funded research project to design a smart device for muscle rehabilitation, focusing on lower limb mobility, safety, consistency, and therapist-guided control.

• Pneutrax – Integrated Knee Traction & Pneumatic Compression Device for Osteoarthritis
  Rehabilitation Device Design

  Innovative rehabilitation device combining mechanical traction with pneumatic compression to improve joint mobility, pain reduction, and functional outcomes.

• BioTwin – AI-Based Musculoskeletal Digital Twin System
  AI, Biomechanics

  AI-driven system to create a digital replica of human biomechanics and predict injury risk through movement analysis and preventive assessment.

• Reaction Time & Neuromuscular Coordination Assessment System
  Neuromuscular Assessment

  System designed to evaluate brain-body coordination, reflexes, and neuromuscular efficiency for sports performance, geriatrics, and neuro-rehabilitation.

• Gamified Rehabilitation Module for Type 2 Diabetes Patients
  Rehabilitation, Game-based Therapy

  Game-based rehabilitation system integrating cognitive and physical therapy to improve patient engagement, adherence, and functional recovery.

• Gut–Brain Axis Research in Physiotherapy
  Physiotherapy, Research

  Narrative and scoping review work exploring physiotherapy’s role in influencing the gut–brain connection and systemic health.

• Colour Preference Analysis in Typical and Atypical Toddlers
  Research, Behavioural Analysis

  Study on behavioural responses to visual stimuli comparing developmental patterns between typical and neurodivergent children.

• Rehabilitation Exoskeleton System
  Physiotherapy, Assistive Technology

  Contributing to development of an assistive exoskeleton for movement rehabilitation, optimizing joint mechanics, movement efficiency, and patient safety.

Courses & certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Diet & Nutrition Coach Certification
• Physiotherapy in Pelvic Girdle
• The Power of Nutrition · UCLA Health

🏆 Achievements & awards

• 2nd Place in Undergraduate Paper Presentation Competition · 2025

  Awarded at the 2nd National Conference on Disability & Rehabilitation (NCDR) 2025.

• Young Achiever Award – PhysioTimes Women in Leadership Awards · 2026

  Honored with a Certificate of Excellence for outstanding contribution, dedication, and leadership in physiotherapy.

• 7th Place at ENNOVATE’X 2026 · 2026

  Secured 7th place in the IGNITE category by leading a team in a startup innovation challenge.

• 1st Place in the National Online Paper Presentation Competition (UG Category) · 2026

  Won at the PhysioSetu Conference 2026.

• Young Achiever Award (UG Category) · 2026

  Recognized for academic excellence and professional potential in physiotherapy.

⚽ Extracurricular activities

• On-Spot Physiotherapist at Vārī 2026

  Provided physiotherapy support to participants at Bhavani Path Camp, Pune.

📚 Publications

• Unheard Disabilities: Physiotherapy’s Transformative Role in Hearing Loss Rehabilitation in Osteogenesis Imperfecta
• Physical Training with Your Cycle: Empowering Women to Maximise Performance and Prevent Injury · 2025
• Is Sitting the New Smoking? Hidden Risks of Sedentary Living
• From Cradle to Confidence: Why Neurodivergent Children Need Therapy

🤝 Volunteering

• SolidTheron Event (CME) · Physiotherapy Volunteer · 2025

  Assisted on-field physiotherapists during the event and supported basic recovery care. Helped provide post-run relief to runners through supervised stretching and cooldown techniques.

• Indrayani River Cyclothon · Physiotherapy Intern

  Volunteered as a physiotherapy intern, providing on-spot care and recovery support to cyclists. Assisted in warm-up routines, injury prevention strategies, and immediate post-ride muscle recovery techniques under professional guidance.

• PHYSIO-DROME

  Contributed to the successful execution of the National Physiotherapy Conference conducted by DPU, gaining clinical insights through active participation in sessions and event coordination.