MSA’s Faculty of Physical Therapy Excels in International Ergonomics Achievements

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MSA’s Faculty of Physical Therapy Excels in International Ergonomics Achievements

The Department of Biomechanics at the Faculty of Physical Therapy, October University for Modern Sciences and Arts (MSA), continues to shine with outstanding accomplishments on the international stage. During the “3rd International Rehabilitation and Wellbeing Congress”, held under the patronage of Skylife and the International Society of Ergonomics (ISE), MSA University students secured top positions in the final evaluations of the First Occupational Ergonomics Course in Egypt.

 

Student Achievements:

 

Second Place: The team of Antonious Samy, Marwan Hamdan, Bola Eskandar, and Malak El-Banna excelled with their innovative project titled: "Integrating Ergonomics with Art, Design, and Engineering."

Third Place: The team comprising Assistant Lecturers Ahmed Samir, Heba Mohamed, Yasmin Magdy, and student Youssef Islam impressed with their project: "Carpentry Workshop Ergonomics."

 

The victorious participants also earned prestigious international certification as trainers from the International Society of Ergonomics, underscoring the department’s commitment to academic excellence and practical application.

 

Faculty Contributions:

Prof. Olfat Diab, Dean of Faculty Of Physical Therapy and an esteemed member of the Department of Biomechanics, made a significant impact at the conference. She chaired a special session and delivered a keynote lecture titled "Ergonomics for Everyone," emphasizing the importance of applying ergonomic principles to enhance quality of life and prevent workplace injuries.

 

Additional Recognitions:

The conference also highlighted exceptional research efforts from faculty members: Dr. Omnia Said (Internal Medicine and Geriatrics Department) and Dr. Shaimaa Abdel Rahim (Pediatrics Department) were honored for their research titled: "Inspiratory Muscle Trainer Versus Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercise on 6-Minute Walk Test in Adolescent Girls with End-Stage Renal Disease."

 

This remarkable performance showcases the Faculty of Physical Therapy at MSA University as a leader in biomechanics and ergonomic research, fostering talent that is both academically sound and internationally competitive.

 

 

 

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