Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
INSTITUTIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS
ONGOING RESEARCH ACTIVITIES
EXAMINERSHIP
Disclaimer
PUBLICATIONS
RESOURCE PERSON
SPECIAL AWARDS
Timeline
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GLADIES KAMALAM SAMUEL

GLADIES KAMALAM SAMUEL

Kozikode

Summary

A dedicated and experienced physical therapy instructor utilizing my skills and knowledge to contribute to the growth of the organization while enhancing my professional skills. With my passion for the field, sound experience, and strong organizational skills, I am eager to contribute my expertise in physical therapy instruction while embracing platforms to foster excellence in the field of physiotherapy through evidence-based practices and knowledge.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Professor and Head of the Department

KMCT College of Allied Health Sciences
Calicut, India
11.2023 - Current

Professor & Associate Professor

KMCT College of Allied Health Sciences
Calicut, India
04.2023 - 10.2023

Associate Professor

Grace College of Health and Management
Kanyakumari, India
07.2021 - 12.2021

Associate Professor

Krupanidhi College of Physiotherapy
Bangalore, India
07.2019 - 07.2021

Assistant Professor & Associate Professor

Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy
Trivandrum, India
05.2015 - 09.2016

Assistant Professor

Krupanidhi College of Physiotherapy
Bangalore, India
10.2012 - 03.2015

Lecturer

Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy
Trivandrum, India
08.2011 - 10.2012

Education

Ph. D - Physiotherapy

Annamalai University
Chidambaram, India
01.2021

Master of Physiotherapy - Advanced PT in Cardio-Pulmonary diseases

The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Chennai, India
01.2011

Post Graduate Diploma - Fitness

Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda University
Coimbatore, India
01.2009

Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy

The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Chennai, India
01.2008

Skills

  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Respiratory Physical Therapy
  • Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
  • Continuing Professional Education
  • Innovative Teaching Strategies
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Performance oriented and committed
  • Sound clinical decision making
  • Progressive thinking and evidence-based practice
  • Empowering academically weak students
  • Sound research analysis and frequent professional upgradation
  • Effective organization, work ethics and time-management
  • Attention to detail by constant improvement strategies
  • MS-Office: Documentations
  • Virtual Conferencing Tools: Zoom, Cisco Webex, Google Meet, MS Teams
  • E-Learning methodologies: Google Class Room, Moodle, MOOC
  • Research Writing
  • Data Compilation

Certification

  • Life time membership: Indian Association of Physiotherapists. (Reg. No. 24064-L).
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Practitioner certified by The Academy of Modern Applied Psychology (Achology), Scotland. (Issued April 2021-life time membership).

INSTITUTIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS

  • IQAC Coordinator -Part of all statutory and non-statutory committees
  • Research Coordinator
  • Fellow Committee Head- Academic Committee
  • Member Secretary- Institutional Research Review Committee
  • Core Team Head- Curricular aspects; Research, Innovation, Extensions; Governance, Leadership and Management

ONGOING RESEARCH ACTIVITIES

  • ON PUBLISH
  • 1. Efficacy of cognitive behaviour therapy on the clinical profile and quality of life of school going children - An experimental study.
  • 2. Analysis of the efficacy of cognitive behaviour therapy on the learning skills of school going asthmatic children.
  • 3. A comparison of proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation and slump stretch technique on hamstring flexibility.
  • 4. Effect of prevalence of post covid breathlessness among college students.
  • RESEARCH IN PROCESS
  • 1. Prevalence of bronchial asthma in collegiate population.
  • 2. Effect of visual biofeedback in quadriceps strengthening exercises in improving functional outcomes of patients with knee osteoarthritis.

EXAMINERSHIP

  • Member of the examination panel under University of Kerala, Kerala University of Health Sciences and Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences for B.P.T. and M.P.T. program.
  • External Academic Examiner, Internal Academic Examiner, Answer key setter, Evaluator.
  • Inspector for COPA; Observer, Internal Vigilance officer of KUHS University Examinations; Chairman of University Practical Examinations.
  • Panelist for PhD thesis evaluation board.

Disclaimer

I declare the above declared information is true to the best of my knowledge. Prof. Dr. Gladies Kamalam S.

PUBLICATIONS

  • Farhana Abdul Latheef KP, Binoy Mathew K V, Gladies Kamalam S, Santheep S. Comprehensive Rehabilitation Following Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repair in an Elderly Patient: A Case Study,2026. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9008334/v1.
  • Mruthula. P, Avinash Krishnan, Binoy Mathew K V, Gladies Kamalam S, Santheep S. Atypical Hypotonia-Dominant Infantile Presentation of Genetically Confirmed Schwartz-Jampel Syndrome: A Case Report, 2026. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9101955/v1.
  • Athulya K, Binoy Mathew K V, Gladies Kamalam S et al. Motor Learning–Based Orofacial Rehabilitation for Ataxic Dysarthria Following Cerebellar Stroke: A Case Report. 2026. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9018346/v1.
  • Rinisha Das T P, Avinash Krishnan, Binoy Mathew K V, Gladies Kamalam S, Santheep S. Cumulative Corticospinal Pathway Disruption after Recurrent Brainstem and Anterior Circulation Stroke Presenting as Bilateral Motor Deficit: A Case Report, 2026, available at Research Square https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9016645/v1.
  • Jestin Thomas, Binoy Mathew K V, Gladies Kamalam S, Santheep S. Rehabilitation Outcomes Following Multiple Metacarpophalangeal Joint Fractures with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Features: A Case Report,2026, https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9009578/v1
  • Sneith Viswas V, Binoy Mathew K V, Gladies Kamalam S, Santheep S. Cervical Spondylosis Developing Post Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion– A Case Study, 2026, https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9009122/v1
  • Anjana. K. P, Avinash Krishnan, Binoy Mathew K V, Gladies Kamalam S, Santheep S. Functional Neurological Disorder Presenting as Acute Hemiparesis with Normal Neuroimaging: A Stroke Mimic Case Report,2026, https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9016868/v1
  • Paul C., Krishnan A., V B., S G., & S S. Severe Motor Regression Following Post-Mumps Meningoencephalitis in a Previously Normally Developing Child: A Neurorehabilitation Case Report. 2026. https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-9017204/v1
  • KamalamGS, SantheepS, MuruganVG, ManivananS, DharmalingamD, The Combined Effect of Buteyko Breathing And Cognitive Behavior Therapy on Chest Expansion in Asthmatic Collegiate Population. International Journal of Medical and Exercise Science. 2025;11(1):2231–6
  • Gopika K., Jisha P., Santheep S., Gladies Kamalam S., Arun B. Epidemiological Assessment of COVID-19 Prevalence using Immunological Methods in the Tirurangadi Region of Malappuram. Indian Journal of Natural Sciences, 2025, 15(88),89475-8948.
  • Aswathi M. Nair, B. Arun, Feroz Aziz, Vipin Vishwanath. K. S. Deepak, K. Anagha, S. Santheep, S. Gladies Kamalam. Pretransplantation assessment of BK virus seropositivity in kidney donors and recipients. Advances in Biomedical and Health Sciences. 2024;3:165-9.
  • AnsiV.A., K., Jisha, P., Bari K.K., M., Fathima J.S., N., Santheep, S., & Kamalam S., G. Prevalence study of MRSA with an emphasis on biofilm production and screening of mecA gene. NeuroQuantology. 2024; 22(4).
  • Fathima J.S, M., P., Jisha, P., Ashitha, P., Hiba, M., Santheep, S., & Kamalam S.G., Anticandidal effect of green synthesized silver nanoparticle from Azadirachta indica leaf extract and development of ointment against Candida albicans causing vulvovaginal candidiasis. Journal of Cardiovascular Disease and Research. 2024; 15 (8).
  • Gladies Kamalam S., Vijay Selvan N., Akshaya N. K. Effect of 12 Minute Walk/Run test on overweight healthy collegiate population. International Clinical and Medical Case Report Journal. 2023; Vol 2, Issue 15: 1-8. ISSN 2842-57
  • Mrudula J. Pawar, Gladies Kamalam S., Dinesh Dharmalingam, Sridhar A., Velmurugan G. Impact of Digital addiction on cardiovascular fitness in collegiate population. Indian Journal of Natural Sciences. 2023; Vol 14, Issue 77: 54138-54142. ISSN 0976-0997.
  • Velmurugan G., Gladies Kamalam S., Manivannan S., Mrudula J. Pawar. Impact of virtual reality on improving upper limb function in stroke patients. Indian Journal of Natural Sciences. 2022; Vol 13, Issue 74: 47632-47634. ISSN 0976-0997.
  • Velmurugan G., Gladies Kamalam S., Manivannan S., Dinesh Dharmalingam, Mrudula J. Pawar. Impact of virtual reality on hand grip functional activity in stroke patients. ACTA Scientific Orthopedics. 2022; Vol 5, Issue 9: 97-99. ISSN 2581-8653.
  • Dr. Gladies Kamalam S., Dr. Siddharth Misra, Dr. Mrudula J. Pawar, Dr. Velmurugan G. Analysis on the knowledge of cognitive behaviour therapy among college students. Vyasarajh. 2022; Vol 22, Amrit Mahotsav Special Issue: 55-66. ISSN 2320-2025.
  • Dinesh Dharmalingam, Gladies Kamalam S., Vijay Selvan N., Monica Catherine R. Impact of Muscle Energy Technique on Hamstring Muscle Flexibility in Recreational Athletes. ACTA Scientific Orthopedics. 2022; Vol 5, Issue 9: 61- 65. ISSN 2581-8653.
  • Sunishna Naidu, Gladies Kamalam, Sudhakar S. An Analysis of the pulmonary function in smokers and non-smokers among college Students. RGUHS Journal of Physiotherapy. 2021; Vol 1, Issue 1: 22-25.
  • S. Gladies Kamalam, Dr. G. Srividya. Analysis on the efficacy of cognitive behaviour therapy on the respiratory anxiety and quality of life among school going asthmatic paediatrics. Journal of Critical Reviews. 2020; Vol 7, Issue 18: 1157 - 1162. ISSN: 2394 - 5125.
  • S. Gladies Kamalam, Dr. G. Srividya. Effect of cognitive behaviour therapy on perceived exertion and quality of life among school going asthmatic children. Sambhodhi Journal. 2020; Vol 43, No 2: 347 - 351 . ISSN: 2249 - 6661.
  • S. Gladies Kamalam, Dr. G. Srividya. Effect of cognitive behaviour therapy on asthma control, chest expansion and quality of life in school going asthmatic paediatrics. Wesleyan Journal of Research. 2020; Vol 15, No 2: 50 - 61. ISSN 0975 - 1386.
  • S. Gladies Kamalam, Dr. G. Srividya, Mr. J. Andrews Milton. An analysis on the effect of buteyko breathing and relaxed postures over the chest expansion of asthmatic collegiate population-An experimental study. International Journal of Medical and Exercise Science. 2019; Vol 5, No 2: 567 - 575. ISSN: 2455 - 0159.
  • S. Gladies Kamalam. An experimental study to analyse the effect of relaxed postures and buteyko relaxation technique on the peak expiratory flow rate of school children with acute asthma”. International Journal of Therapies and Rehabilitation Research. 2017; 6(1): 148- 162, E-ISSN 2278-0343.

RESOURCE PERSON

  • Speaker on the topic “Manuscript Writing” – Add on Course, KMCT CAHS, 12th June 2025.
  • Speaker on the topic “Basics of Manuscript Writing” –Faculty Development Program, KMCT CAHS, 22nd March 2025.
  • Speaker on the topic “Cognitive Behaviour Therapy- A paradigm shift in the field of medicine” 13th Annual Conference, Tamil Nadu Scientific Research Organization, 27th February 2025.
  • Speaker on the topic “Empowering Advanced and Slow Learners”, 45th Webinar of Quality Webinar Series, Shanmuga College of Physiotherapy, 06th April 2024.
  • Speaker on the topic: “Essentials of Assessment-a brush up”, Inaugural Physiotherapy Student Conference - UTAR (online mode), 04th November 2022.
  • Speaker on the topic “Essentials of Arthritis-Rehabilitative Perspectives” World Arthritis Day, Department of Physiotherapy, KMCT CAHS, 12th October 2022.
  • Speaker on the topic: “Cognitive Physical Therapy-mapping the gap in paradigm shift”, DR.MGM International Physioccon Post Conference, Sapthagiri Medical College, 01st February 2020.
  • Speaker on the topic
  • Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
  • During the Road Safety Awareness Week at Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy, contributing to community education and awareness, 24th April 2018.
  • Healthy Life style in 21st century???, during the Road Safety Awareness Week at Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy, April 2018.

SPECIAL AWARDS

Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam Best Scientist Award by Tamil Nadu Scientific Research Organization for contributions, dedication, services in research

Timeline

Professor and Head of the Department

KMCT College of Allied Health Sciences
11.2023 - Current

Professor & Associate Professor

KMCT College of Allied Health Sciences
04.2023 - 10.2023

Associate Professor

Grace College of Health and Management
07.2021 - 12.2021

Associate Professor

Krupanidhi College of Physiotherapy
07.2019 - 07.2021

Assistant Professor & Associate Professor

Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy
05.2015 - 09.2016

Assistant Professor

Krupanidhi College of Physiotherapy
10.2012 - 03.2015

Lecturer

Bethany Navajeevan College of Physiotherapy
08.2011 - 10.2012

Master of Physiotherapy - Advanced PT in Cardio-Pulmonary diseases

The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Post Graduate Diploma - Fitness

Ramakrishna Mission Vivekananda University

Bachelor of Physiotherapy - Physiotherapy

The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University

Ph. D - Physiotherapy

Annamalai University
GLADIES KAMALAM SAMUEL