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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Veteran Congress leader Shamanuru Shivashankarappa laid to rest with full state honours
Bengaluru (PTI): Veteran Congress leader Shamanuru Shivashankarappa was laid to rest with full state honours on Monday.
The 94-year-old former minister, who passed away at a private hospital in Bengaluru on Sunday, was cremated at the Kalleshwara Mill premises, following Veerashaiva-Lingayat traditions.
Earlier in the day, Shivashankarappa's mortal remains were brought to his native Davanagere, where they were kept at the high school grounds for the public, his followers, and well-wishers to pay their last respects.
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Expressing deep sorrow over his demise, the Karnataka government ordered that his last rites be performed with full state honours.
Both the Karnataka Legislative Assembly and Council also mourned his passing, adjourning their sessions for the day after paying tributes.
Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Deputy CM D K Shivakumar, AICC President Mallikarjun Kharge, veteran BJP leader B S Yediyurappa, several ministers, opposition leaders, legislators, and political figures paid their respects.
A number of seers from the Veerashaiva-Lingayat community also attended the last rites.
Shivashankarappa represented the Davanagere South Assembly constituency. He had been undergoing treatment at the hospital for some time before succumbing to age-related ailments.
The senior-most legislator in Karnataka, Shivashankarappa, was also one of the longest-serving lawmakers in the country, sources said.
He is survived by three sons, including S S Mallikarjun, the Karnataka Minister for Mines, Geology, and Horticulture, and four daughters. His daughter-in-law, Prabha Mallikarjun, is the Member of Parliament from Davanagere.
A six-time MLA, Shivashankarappa also served as a minister and an MP.
He was a prominent educationist, establishing several educational institutions, and was an industrialist.
Additionally, he served as the treasurer of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee (KPCC) for decades and was the president of the All India Veerashaiva Mahasabha, the apex body of the influential Veerashaiva-Lingayat community.
