JNIMS extends assistance
Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, January 16 2017:
Continuing with its services for the economically backward sections of the society, JNIMS hospital today admitted three destitute people for treatment at the hospital.
Wahengbam Ranbir (65) of Wahengbam Leikai, Letkhomang Khongsai (43) of Churachandpur and Pukhrambam Punshiba (38) of Pukhrambam Mamang Leikai, who were admitted at the hospital today, will receive free treatment, JNIMS Director Deven stated.
Wahengbam Ranbir (65) is Hypertension and Diabetes patient and has lost one of his limb.
The hospital authorities came to know of his condition from local media, the director said.
Ranbir will undergo physiotherapy treatment for 10 to 15 days.
He will also be made to do exercises to strengthen his limb muscles before fitting him with an artificial limb, Deven said.
The case of Letkhomang Khongsai (43) was introduced to the hospital authorities by a nurse.
Like Ranbir, Letkhomang has lost his right leg.
He will be fitted with an artificial limb within a week, he said.
Pukhrambam Punshiba (38) became immobile after an accident in 2012.Because JNIMS does not have the infrastructures needed to treat neurological problems, doctors suggested to refer Punshiba to RIMS hospital for further treatment.
Professor Kunjabashi, who is treating him, has however suggested a different method of treatment, Deven said.
He will start receiving physiotherapy treatment soon, Deven added.
Professor Kunjabashi examined all the three patients at Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM & R) Department today.