Thumbay Hospital launches advanced Hyperbaric Oxygen, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation therapies
Ajman: The Thumbay Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital, part of the College of Health Sciences, Gulf Medical University (GMU) and the Thumbay Healthcare Division, has launched the country’s most advanced Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapies, marking a major milestone in rehabilitation and neurotherapy care in the UAE.
The launch took place during the 5th International Annual Awards & Conference on Innovation in Rehabilitation Practice and Medicine, held at Thumbay Medicity, Ajman. The event brought together leading clinicians, researchers, and innovators in physical therapy and rehabilitation to share insights on emerging technologies transforming patient recovery and wellness.
The conference was attended by H.E. Sheikh Dr. Majid Bin Saeed Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ruler’s Court, Ajman, and Dr. Thumbay Moideen, Founder President of Thumbay Group. Commending the institution’s contributions, Sheikh Dr. Majid Al Nuaimi described the Thumbay Rehabilitation Hospital as “the best rehabilitation hospital in the country.”
The event reflected Thumbay Group’s continued focus on innovation, education, and technology in healthcare and rehabilitation. The College of Health Sciences, GMU, curated the scientific sessions, integrating academic research and clinical expertise. Faculty members demonstrated how evidence-based physiotherapy and technology-driven rehabilitation could bridge the gap between scientific innovation and patient outcomes.
In line with its commitment to next-generation rehabilitation, Thumbay Rehabilitation Hospital introduced three advanced services — all firsts in the region:
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT): A state-of-the-art chamber designed to accelerate healing, support neurological recovery, and improve outcomes in post-stroke and trauma rehabilitation.
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS): A non-invasive, drug-free therapy that uses magnetic field stimulation to treat depression and neurological disorders by activating brain function and promoting neuroplasticity.
Wheelchair Transfer Support Vehicle: A mobility innovation ensuring safe and dignified transport for individuals with physical disabilities, improving patient accessibility and comfort.
These additions reinforce Thumbay Medicity’s position as a regional hub for advanced physical therapy, neuro-rehabilitation, and patient-centric innovation.
The event also featured an awards ceremony recognizing top specialists and contributors to rehabilitation medicine. Among the honorees, Dr. U.T. Iftikar, Chairman of State Allied and Health Care Council, received the ‘Star of the Year Award in Rehabilitation’ for his exceptional leadership and contributions to evidence-based rehabilitation care in the UAE.
The day-long conference included scientific sessions and workshops on topics such as robotic gait training, acupuncture for stroke rehabilitation, neuro-modulation, and clinical reasoning. Participants earned 7.5 CME hours for attending the accredited sessions.
The forum provided a platform for physiotherapists, physicians, and researchers to share innovations and explore collaborations in the field of rehabilitation medicine.
Reflecting the Thumbay Group’s Vision 2028, the conference underscored the institution’s mission to integrate AI, robotics, and neurostimulation technologies into mainstream rehabilitation. With these advancements, Thumbay Group continues to shape the future of patient recovery and healthcare innovation in the UAE and beyond.
For more details about the new services and academic programs at Gulf Medical University, visit https://thumbayrehab.com and https://gmu.ac.ae.
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Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol unveil ‘DDLJ’ sculpture at London’s Leicester Square
London (PTI): Bollywood stars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol huddled under an umbrella on a rainy Thursday in London to unveil their bronze likeness from an iconic ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ scene.
The sculpture of the duo joins Leicester Square’s ‘Scenes in the Square’ trail depicting memorable shots from some of the world’s most famous films, with ‘DDLJ’ marking a Bollywood first and the 30th anniversary of the 1995 box-office hit. It is in this popular London square that SRK as Raj and Kajol as Simran first cross paths unknowingly.
“DDLJ was made with a pure heart. We wanted to tell a story about love, how it can bridge barriers and how the world would be a better place if it had a lot of love in it, and I think this is why 'DDLJ' has had a lasting impact for over 30 years now," said Khan.
“Personally, 'DDLJ' is part of my identity, and it is humbling to see film, and Kajol and me, receiving so much love since it was released,” he said.
He expressed his gratitude to the Heart of London Business Alliance, behind the cinematic trail at Leicester Square, for celebrating ‘DDLJ’ and “immortalising” its lead stars.
“Seeing ‘DDLJ’ become the first Indian film to be honoured in the iconic Scenes in the Square trail is an emotional moment and has brought back so many memories.
"I feel immense pride knowing the film has been embraced around the world, and I want to share this moment with the entire cast and crew of ‘DDLJ’, my friend and director Aditya Chopra and the Yash Raj Films family. This is a moment I will never forget,” added Khan.
Kajol, joined by her daughter Nysa and son Yug, posed with Khan in front of the statue as she braved the rain in a green saree.
“It’s incredible to see ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ continue to receive so much love, even 30 years later. Watching the statue being unveiled in London felt like reliving a piece of our history - a story that has truly travelled across generations,” said Kajol.
“Seeing it find its rightful place in Leicester Square, a location of such enormous significance to ‘DDLJ’, makes this moment even more special. For the film to be honoured in this way in the UK – the first Indian film to receive such recognition – is something that will forever stay in the hearts and minds of all the ‘DDLJ’ fans across the world,” she said.
Their statue, captured in a dancing pose from the hit song ‘Mehndi Laga Ke Rakhna’, joins the likes of Harry Potter, Bridget Jones, Mary Poppins, and Batman in what is dubbed as an ever-growing celebration of movie magic in a square packed with multiplex cinema screens.
“When ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, DDLJ, was released 30 years ago, the film became a defining moment for Indian cinema and changed the face of the industry, capturing the hearts of everyone who saw it all over the globe," said Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films.
“We’re thrilled to be the first Indian film to be represented in ‘Scenes in the Square’. It also marks 30 years of DDLJ, a film that has spread love and joy globally, and shows the cultural impact it has had in UK.
“We are honoured that our superstars and our film are being recognised on the world stage alongside the Hollywood elite, from Gene Kelly to Laurel & Hardy to Harry Potter. This statue will be a great way to express the international appeal of Indian movies and build bridges amongst communities through cinema,” he said.
Since its release in 1995, ‘DDLJ’ has become the longest-running film in Hindi cinema history.
Ros Morgan, Chief Executive at Heart of London Business Alliance, said: “We’re proud to welcome global megastars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol to our Scenes in the Square trail.
"Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is a cinematic phenomenon that has shaped generations, and London’s first tribute to Indian cinema honours a story whose magic continues to captivate audiences worldwide.”
It is a particularly special year for the film, with a musical based on the romance playing to packed houses at Manchester’s Opera House earlier this year. Aditya Chopra reprised his role as director of the English language stage production, ‘Come Fall In Love – The DDLJ Musical’, which revolved around the love story of Simran and Roger.
The script was a nod to the original as it followed Simran as a young British Indian woman who finds herself engaged to a family friend in India in an arranged marriage. However, the plot thickens when she falls in love with a British man named Roger.
