Kattankulathur:

SRM College of Physiotherapy released GLOW: Guiding the Little Ones’ Well-Being, a pioneering book, on 10th December 2024, authored by Dr. K. Vadivelan, Professor at SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre (SRM MCH&RC), Kattankulathur. This book, as a part of the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)-funded project, serves as a vital resource to help parents monitor developmental milestones in children aged 0-12 months.

At the event, the Parental Eye, a user-friendly app was introduced. This tool complements the book GLOW: Guiding the Little Ones’ Well-Being. The app offers parents and caregivers real-time updates, resources, and guidance to track their child’s developmental milestones, representing a significant step in promoting child well-being.

GLOW simplifies the complex process of developmental tracking, providing evidence-based, user-friendly guidance to parents. The book empowers parents to identify developmental delays early, paving the way for timely interventions that shape a child’s future positively.

“The early years of a child’s life lay the foundation for their cognitive, physical, and emotional growth. GLOWaims to bridge the gap in awareness, equipping parents with the knowledge they need to support their child’s well-being,” says Dr. Vadivelan, the principal investigator of the ICMR-funded initiative.

The event was graced by Dr. Vijay Kumar Saraswat, a Member of NITI Aayog, as the Chief Guest. Sharing his personal experience in the healthcare field, Dr. Saraswat stated, “I have witnessed the importance of physiotherapy since 1982 and have experienced its impact in my own life.”

The Pro-Chancellor (Academics) of SRMIST, Dr. P. Sathyanarayanan, delivered a Presidential Address emphasizing the contributions of SRM College of Physiotherapy at SRM MCH&RC to the community. He remarked, “This book is a valuable resource, destined to benefit countless children. The department excels in its efforts, and our alumni, who studied here, are excelling in practice and becoming experts in sports medicine and other fields across India and the globe.”

Present on the occasion were SRMIST’s Vice Chancellor Dr. C. Muthamizhchelvan, Registrar Dr. S. Ponnusamy, Pro Vice-Chancellor (MHS) In-charge and Dean (MHS) Dr. Nitin M. Nagarkar, and Dean SRM College of Physiotherapy Dr. T. S. Veeragoudhaman.

GLOW is part of an interdisciplinary research initiative funded by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) to address developmental delays in children. SRMIST’s collaborative research approach underscores its commitment to societal well-being through innovation and excellence in research.