Department of Allied Health Sciences – Research
The Department of Allied Health Sciences conducts high-quality research in musculoskeletal science, sports and exercise, physiotherapy, and rehabilitation. The BSc. Physiotherapy degree program has a strong undergraduate research program with high research output. Over the years, the department has developed research collaborations with national and international experts. The department research has immensely contributed to national development, product implementation, capacity building, and public education. Further, the department is exploring opportunities for industry collaboration to expand research-based product development and service provision.
Undergraduate Research
In the Research Stream of the BSc physiotherapy degree programme the students receive guidance and knowledge on research through a well-structured taught programme aiming to equip them with abilities and skills to conduct a research project. The students go through training in mandatory areas in scientific research, ethics and are expected to conduct an research project on a chosen topic, under the guidance of a supervisor and present a research report for assessment. With the development of the Research Laboratory in 2019 the students have more equipment and opportunity to develop variety of research projects keeping with the international trends.
To date more than 40 % of the students disseminate their research findings via local and international forums/conferences and some in peer reviewed publications.
Publication Year 2020
| International/ Local | Poster/ Oral/ Journal | Batch | Citation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Local | Oral | 2014AL | Kumaradasa PP, Siridewa K, Ranasinghe DC, ‘Influence of music tempo on heart rate, blood pressure and respiratory rate changes in treadmill walking exercise of untrained undergraduates’, Colombo Medical Congress-2020 |
| Local | Oral | 2014AL | Premarathna MMLD, Weerarathne CL,’Effectiveness of an aerobic exercise programme on cardiovascular endurance and body weight in sedentary overweight female undergraduates of the University of Colombo and their knowledge, attitudes, concerns and expectations regarding aerobic exercises’, Colombo Medical Congress-2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2012AL | Ramanayake RMCP, De Abrew, ‘ Relationship between dynamic balance and gender in primary school children’, Colombo Medical Congress-2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2012AL | Gamage GSA, Siridewa K, ‘Comparing anterior pelvic tilt and degree of lumbar flexion with different footwear heights worn by young women in Sri Lanka, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2012AL | Ruwanpathirana DS, Jayasinghe S., ‘The effect of the backpack weight and it’s placements on postural angles and on an aspect of lung function of male and female students in two government schools, Sri Lanka’, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2013AL | Nadishani SKS, Kumarasinghe KHM, Jayakody JMSN, ‘Association of health related quality of life and grip strength with aerobic capacity among physiotherapy students, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2014AL | Ganegoda GAMM,Weerarathne CL, ‘ Medications, physiotherapy, attitudes regarding physiotherapy and health related quality of life in patients with knee osteoarthritis attending rheumatology clinics of NHSL, Colombo, Sri Lanka’, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2014AL | Jayatissa PAS, Sirisena N, ‘Relationship between smart phone usage patterns and subjective musculoskeletal symptoms in the neck and upper extremities in a cohort of Sri Lankan University students’, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2014AL | Madushani EAPN, Dissanayake D, ‘Postural changes in drivers due to prolong work related sitting posture’, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2014AL | Rajasinghe U, Dalpadadu C, ‘Relationship between physical activity level with social participation and risk of falls among a selected group of community-dwelling elders in Colombo district, Sri Lanka’, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2014AL | Ranathunge KDSU, De Zoysa I, ‘Prevalence of musculoskeletal pain, symptoms and associated risk factors among teachers in selected secondary schools in Colombo, Sri Lanka’, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2014AL | Ruwani JMR, Wanigasinghe, Wickramasinghe WWCA, ‘Comparison of Hamstring: Quadriceps (H:Q) functional strength ratio following ligamentous knee injury in inquired & non-inquired athletes from universities in Colombo district, Sri Lanka’, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| Local | Poster | 2014AL | Ruwanmali PAS, Dissanayake D, ‘Balance and risk of falling in children with visual impairments’, Colombo Medical Congress 2020 |
| International | Oral | 2016AL | J.V.W. Liyanage, D.G.S.K.L. Jayawardana (2022) “Relationship between perceived stress and body mass index among physiotherapy students of a university in Sri Lanka” International Research Conference in Health Sciences 2022 (IRCHS 2022) |
| International | Oral | 2016AL | K.H.K.C. Kariyawasam, D.C. Ranasinghe (2022) “Emotional intelligence among national and university level badminton players in Sri Lanka” International Research Conference in Health Sciences 2022 (IRCHS 2022) |
| Local | Oral | 2016AL | S.A.T. Harini, C. Suraweera (2022) “Prevalence of post-stroke depression, its relationship with functional ability and some selected associated factors among stroke survivors in Sri Lanka during early: A cross-sectional study” 55th Annual Academic Session of Ceylon College of Physicians (2022) |
| Local | Oral | 2016AL | M.P. Rajapaksha, I. Waidyatilaka (2022) “The effect of physiotherapy in reducing pain and disability and patient satisfaction in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee joint attending the physiotherapy clinics at District General Hospital, Matara” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Oral | 2016AL | P.P.D.N. Jinadasa, Y. Mathangasinghe, R.S. Perera (2022) “The effects of neck posture and duration of computer usage on musculoskeletal pain among computer-using office workers in selected Regional Secretariat Offices” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Oral | 2016AL | S.A.T. Harini, C. Suraweera (2022) “Prevalence of post-stroke depression, associated factors and its relationship with functional ability among stroke survivors during early rehabilitation in Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Hospital, Ragama” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Oral | 2016AL | H. Madurangi, R. Cassim (2022) “Gait responses with backpack load during level walking: results from two schools in Galle District” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Oral | 2016AL | G.K.H.P. Sumanarathne, R. Dissanayake (2022) “The effect of obesity on pain and psychological level among women with knee osteoarthritis attending District General Hospital,Kalutara, Sri Lanka” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2016AL | P.H.P. Dissanayake, G.R. Constantine (2022) “Practices regarding NCD related risk factors among preoperative coronary artery bypass grafting patients in Teaching Hospital, Karapitiya” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2016AL | B.M.R.U. Buddhasinghe, P. Galappatthy (2022) “Risk of falls among elderly patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus attending clinic at Kegalle Teaching Hospital, Sri Lanka” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2016AL | P.W. Abeygunawardana, L.R. Jayalath (2022) “Injury prevalence and pattern of injury among professional and university level basketball players in Colombo district Sri Lanka” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2016AL | H.B.S.D. Kawshan, P. Galappatthy (2022) “Prevalence, causes and responses to work-relatedmusculoskeletal disorders among government physiotherapists in selected hospitals of Colombo District” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2016AL | H.M.S.N.K. Ariyarathne, R. Jayawardena (2022) “Relationship between physical activity level and academic self-efficacy among Physiotherapy undergraduates, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2016AL | J.V.W. Liyanage, D.G.S.K.L. Jayawardana (2022) “Relationship between perceived stress and body mass index among physiotherapy students of a university in Sri Lanka” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2016AL | K.H.K.C. Kariyawasam, D.C. Ranasinghe (2022) “Emotional intelligence among national and university level badminton players in Sri Lanka” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2016AL | A. Fernando, R. Jayawardene (2022) “Relationship between duration of employment and ankle swelling among female garment factory workers at a selected garment factory” CMC 2022 |
| Local | Poster | 2017AL | Masinghe Y, de Silva C , Jayalath L (2023) “The influence of shoe heel height on lower limb joint pain and functional disabilities among female office workers in selected office settings in Colombo district” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2017AL | Isurika MLT, Siridewa K “Association between shoulder joint mobility and glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus of National Hospital of Sri Lanka” CMC 2023 |
| International | Oral | 2017AL | Silva LAAD, Seneviratne SN (2023) “Does Kandyan dance improve flexibility and lower limb strength? A case control study among Sri Lankan female university student” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Masinghe MAKY, Silva CD, Jayalath JLR (2023) “The influence of shoe heel height on lower limb joint pain and functional disabilities among female office workers in selected office settings in the Colombo District” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Sulakkhana LPN, Atapattu PM (2023) “Relationship between musculoskeletal pain and health related quality of lifeamong nurses in a selected government teaching hospital” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Maddumage HH, Pathmanathan C (2023) “Evaluation of health-related quality of life among patients before and after total hip arthroplasty in a selected hospital in Sri Lanka” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Lakmani ESD, Perera RS (2023) “The prevalence and associations of foot arch abnormalities with musculoskeletal pain of the trunk and lower limb joints in obese adults attending selected hospital clinics” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Jayarathne KKDS, Jayalath L (2023) “Prevalence and types of musculoskeletal pain and fatigue among chronic cancer patients in selected cancer types attending the Cancer Institute, Maharagama” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Malshani KLI, Wickramasinghe D (2023) “Association between of BMI and balance on ankle sprain among Club Netball players in Colombo” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Prasadini DGYS, Liyanage UA (2023) “Relationship between body mass index and agility of female undergraduates in Faculty of Medicine University of Colombo” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Nimesha PPGC, Jayasundara DMCS (2023) “Relationship between the level of physical activity and recurrent leg cramps among pregnant women in a selected hospital in Sri Lanka” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Isurika MLT, Siridewa K (2023) “Association of shoulder joint mobility with diabetes mellitus in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Perera MACL, Ediriweera de Silva RE (2023) “Study on frailty among a selected group of community-dwelling elderly people in the Colombo District” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress’ |
| International | Poster | 2017AL | Kawmadi PPD, Dahanayake DMA (2023) “Relationship between physical activity level, depression and sleep quality of patients with Parkinson disease” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| Local | Poster | 2017AL | Kawmadi P P D, Dahanayake D M A (2023) “Relationships of physical activity with depression and sleep quality among patients with Parkinson disease” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Oral | 2018AL | Noordeen M.F, Wettasinghe A.H (2023) “Comparison of Level of Physical Activity and Quality of Life among Middle-aged and Elderly People with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus” CMC 2023 |
| International | Poster | 2018AL | Sandeepani W.A.N.R, Wettasinghe A.H (2023) “Effect of fear of falling on physical activity in older adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus” Sri Lanka Medical Association 136th Anniversary International Medical Congress |
| International | Oral | 2018AL | Sandeepani W.A N.R, Chandrathilaka K.R.M, Wettasinghe A.H (2023) “Relationship between physical activity and falls in older adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus” KDUIRC 2023 |
| Local | Oral | 2018AL | Sandeepani W.A.N.R, Wettasinghe A.H (2023) “Physical activity level, fear of falling, circumstances and consequences of falls in older adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus attending to selected hospitals in Colombo District” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Oral | 2018AL | Widyapathige T.O, Pathmanathan.C , Chadrathilaka K.R.M (2023) “Prevalence of ergonomic factors related to sitting postures in home and office work setups among bank officers in selected banks in Colombo district” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Oral | 2018AL | Gimhan S.M.Y.M, Dalpatadu.C (2023) “Body mass index and its relationship with static and dynamic balance in the older adults residing in elders’ homes in Ambalangoda, Galle district” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Oral | 2018AL | Karunathilake.D, Ranasinghe.C, Thilakarathne.A (2023) “Biomechanics of foot, ankle and knee between patients with mechanical low back pain and age-matched volunteers without low back pain attending District General Hospital Matale” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Oral | 2018AL | Udara.S, Jayalath.L (2023) “Prevalence of Musculoskeletal and Respiratory complications in post-COVID- 19 patients in selected MOH areas in Galle district, Sri Lanka” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Munasinghe.D, Jayalath.L (2023) “Prevalence of pain, fatigue, and activity limitation among lung cancer survivors attending the National Cancer Institute, Maharagama” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Jamaldeen.N, Kalyani H.H.N (2023) “Habitual physical activity in patients with Parkinson’s disease in comparison with healthy seniors – A case-control study” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Gunawardena.D, Jayawardena.R (2023) “Relationship between Screen Time and Sleep Quality among Advanced-Level Students in a National school in Colombo district” CMC 2033 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Bandara G.I, Seneviratne S.N (2023) “The relationship between screen time exposure and migraine and non-migraine headaches among undergraduates of Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo; A cross sectional study” CMC 2033 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Faizer.F, Jayalath.L “Computer Vision Syndrome and its association with ergonomic practices among the undergraduates of Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | De Silva S.M.N.S.S, Sirisena N.D (2023) “Relationship between smartphone usage and subjective musculoskeletal symptoms in the low back region among a cohort of Sri Lankan university undergraduates” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Gamage S.R.M.B, Perera R.S (2023) “The relationship between quality of sleep and musculoskeletal pain among a cohort of undergraduates in Computer Science Engineering in University of Moratuwa” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Gamlath R, Karunathilake I(2023) “Effects of sedentary time, time spent in family activities and physical activity level on health related quality of life among adolescents” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Perera Y, Fernando D (2023) “The relationship between work related stress and musculoskeletal pain among professional computer operators in selected settings in Colombo district” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Dahanayake M.S.W, Pathmanathan C , Chadratilaka K.R.M (2023) “Relationships among musculoskeletal pain, physical activity level and stress level of secondary school teachers in Matara district” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | de Silva A, Ratnamalala V , Goonasekera H (2023) “Case control study of large joint mobility of adult haemophilia patients receiving regular prophylactic therapy with age-matched healthy group and assess the factors of non-compliance with physiotherapy” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | de Silva AAA, Ratnamalala V , Goonasekera HW (2023) “Case control study of large joint mobility of adult haemophilia patients receiving regular prophylactic therapy with an age matched control group” National health research Symposium 2023 |
| Local | Poster | 2018AL | Hewage K.P.H, Ediriweera M.K(2023) “Comparison of patients’ satisfaction among rheumatoid arthritis patients treated by Western and Ayurvedic treatments” CMC 2023 |
| International | Oral | 2018AL | Gamage D.T, Ponnamperuma G “Relationship of dynamic balance, agility, eye hand coordination with service accuracy of badminton players” CMC 2023 |
| Local | Oral | 2018AL | Chandula K.K.V, Anthony A “Relationship between Pain Intensity, Sleep Quality, and Functional Disability among patients with Non-Specific Chronic Low Back Pain attending selected government hospitals in Colombo district” 17th Annual Scientific Sessions of College of Specialists in Rheumatology & Rehabilitation. |
| International | Oral | 2019AL | L.J.J. Gamage, A.H. Wettasinghe (2025) “Injury severity and associated risk factors for falls in elderly people admitted to National Hospital, Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Poster | 2019AL | G.G.O.Rashmi, A.H.Wettasinghe (2025) “Comparison of frailty among elderly people living in the community and long-term care homes in Matara District, Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Poster | 2019AL | C.S Gunarathne, A.D.P. Perera (2025) “Association between foot length and static balance in elderly residents of long-term care homes in Matara District, Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | Sandunika S.H., Hathagoda W. (2025) “Relationship between chest expansion and trunk control of acute and sub-acute post-stroke patients in National Hospital of Sri Lanka” Association of Sri Lankan Neurologists Annual Congress 2025 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | S.N.N. Nair, A.H. Wettasinghe, R. Cassim (2025) “Ankle joint mobility and its impact on dynamic balance of chronic post stroke individuals visiting Physiotherapy clinic in NHSL” Association of Sri Lankan Neurologists Annual Congress 2025 |
| Local | Oral | 2019AL | G.G.O. Rashmi, A.H. Wettasinghe (2024) “Comparison of living environments among elderly people living in the community and long-term care homes in Matara District Sri Lanka’ CMC 2024 |
| Local | Oral | 2019AL | J. Y. S. Jayasinghe, A. Wickramasinghe (2024) ‘Identification and description of the pattern between BMI and physical activity among patients with Schizophrenia registered at outpatient clinics of psychiatric services at National Hospital of Sri Lanka’’ CMC 2024 |
| Local | Oral | 2019AL | D. P. Wickramasinghe, S. Gunawardena (2024) ‘Risk factors associated with urinary incontinence and the quality of life among affected women attending two selected hospitals in the Colombo district” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Oral | 2019AL | H.A.I.K. Somarathna, C.L. Weeraratne (2024) “Physical activity level and the perceived barriers for leisure time physical activity participation of adolescents with hearing impairment compared to adolescents with normal hearing” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | W.R.A.U. Kumari, S.A.D.C.S Senavirathna, C. Banagala (2024) “Relationship between musculoskeletal complaints, and quality of life among pregnant women during their third trimester attending an Obstetrics and Gynecology clinic: a cross-sectional study” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | M.N.I. Peiris, S. Fernandok (2024) “Association between self-reported exercise adherence and quality of life of the patients with knee osteoarthritis attending Rheumatology and Rehabilitation clinics at National Hospital Sri Lanka” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | M.B.D.P.K. Karunarathne, P. Dabare (2024) “Comparison of ankle range of motion and dorsiflexor muscles strength between habitual high heeled shoes wearing and flat heeled shoes wearing undergraduates in University of Colombo” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | .M.P.M.M. Fernando, K.R.M. Chandrathilaka (2024) “Prevalence and associated factors of hamstring tightness among undergraduates of a leading University of Information Technology in Colombo” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | P.D.G.M.P. Senarathne, H.H.N. Kalyani (2024) “Relationship between Q Angle and lower limb muscle strength of knee osteoarthritis patients attending Rheumatology clinics of National Hospital Sri Lanka” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | S.D.L.O. Hashintha, D.B.I.A Jayawardena (2024) “Relationship between pain and disability and Type 2 Diabetes Mellites among patients diagnosed with adhesive capsulitis attending musculoskeletal clinics at National Hospital of Sri Lanka” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | L.J.J. Gamage, A. Wettasinghe (2024) “Fall related injury patterns in elderly people admitted to National Hospital Sri Lanka” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | .S.N.N. Nair, A.H. Wettasinghe, R. Cassim (2024) “Range of motion of paretic side ankle and its impact on dynamic balance of chronic post stroke individuals visiting Physiotherapy clinic in NHSL” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | E.S.D. Lakmani, R.S. Perera (2024) “Prevalence and associations of foot arch abnormalities with lower limb joints range of motions in obese adults attending selected clinics at the National Hospital of Sri Lanka” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | S. Yaseen, G.A.D. Perera (2024) “Prevalence and associated risk factors of depression symptoms among athletes of the University of Colombo, Sri Lanka” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | C. Iyalspelman, I.M. Karunathilake (2024) “Association of dynamic balance with the incidence of ankle injury among university level football players in the Western province, Sri Lanka” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | J.H.M.R.M Jayaweera, P. Dabare (2024) “Effect of lower extremity injuries on weight bearing ankle dorsiflexion among university netball players in the selected universities in the Western province” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | D.N.T. Mendis, S.P. Senanayake (2024) “The relationship between wrist extension flexibility and grip strength with bowling speed among the cricket bowlers in the western province Sri Lanka” CMC 2024 |
| Local | Poster | 2019AL | L.M. Mohotty, D.G.S.K.L. Jayawardana (2024) “The relationship between Core Muscle Endurance and Serve Performance among Badminton players in selected sports clubs in Colombo district” CMC 2024 |
| International | Oral | 2020AL | N.T.K. Arachchige, A.H. Wettasinghe (2025) “Impact of knee osteoarthritis complications on activities of daily living in older adults attending the National Hospital of Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Oral | 2020AL | H.M.D.A. Janani, D.G.S.K.L. Jayawardhane (2025) “Non-adherence to Physical Activity and Associated Factors among Patients with type 2 Diabetes in the Diabetes Clinic in District General Hospital, Matara, Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Oral | 2020AL | A.M.D. Lakmali, C. Ranasinghe (2025) “Comparison of Static Balance, Dynamic Balance and Quality of Life of older adults who practice yoga and do not practice yoga in selected settings in Colombo district” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Poster | 2020AL | C.A. Sooriyaarachchi, and A.H. Wettasinghe (2025) “Prevalence of falls and fear of falling in older adults with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease attending tertiary care in Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Poster | 2020AL | M.I.F. Amani, H.H.N. Kalyani, A.H. Wettasinghe (2025) “Relationship between self-efficacy and mobility of residents of selected elderly homes in Kurunegala district, Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Poster | 2020AL | K.J.Y.P. Jayasooriya, H.W. Dilanthi (2025) “Relationship of Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain in the lower extremities with Physical Activity level and Lower Extremity Function in older adults” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Poster | 2020AL | J.L. Pandikorala, D.C. Ranasinghe (2025) “Prevalence and factors associated with musculoskeletal pain among tea pluckers: A study in Galle District, Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| International | Poster | 2020AL | A.I.M. Waidyarathne, S S.Y. Withanage (2025) “Associations of Handgrip Strength and Physical Activity Level among Older Adults in Selected Elderly Homes in Kalutara District, Sri Lanka” CAPAGE Conference 2025 |
| Batch | Student Name | Award | Research |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 Batch | HUD Perera | Best Oral Presentation – 2nd Runner Up at annual scientific sessions of the physiological society of Sri Lanka in 2015 | Perera HUD, Thoraeniya T, Waidyatilaka PHIU. The relationship between performance knowledge and practises among school rugby players in Colombo district. Annual scientific sessions of the physiological society of Sri Lanka, 2015 |
| 2011 Batch | H.M.V. Sandeepani | SLMA prize for the best poster in 2017, 130th SLMA congress | Sandeepani H.M.V, Dissanayake W.D.N 2017, ‘The relationship between the levels of motor functions and balance in post-stroke patients’ |
| 2011 batch | MHH Sandaruwan | Sir Nicholas Attygalle award for poster presentation at 130th SLMA congress in 2017 | Sandaruwan MHH, Fernanado D. 2017 ‘Determinants of balance confidence and standing balance performance in stroke survivors with hemiplegia at Rheumatology and Rehabilitation hospital, Ragama, Sri Lanka’, SLMA 130th anniversary international medical congress |
| 2013 Batch | Weerabaddana KS | 3rd place of Allied Health Sciences category of National Health Research Symposium 2019 | Weerabaddana KS, Constantine GR, ‘Investigating the relationship between Body Mass Index, hamstring flexibility and cardiovascular endurance of male undergraduate students of Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo’, National Health Research Symposium 2019 |
| 2016 batch | H.M.S.N.K. Ariyarathne | Best poster presentation
3rd place (student category) at Colombo Medical Congress 2022 |
H.M.S.N.K. Ariyarathne, R. Jayawardena (2022) Relationship between physical activity level and academic self-efficacy among Physiotherapy undergraduates, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo. |
| 2016 batch | P.R.P.T. Ishani | Best poster presentation
1st place (student category) at Colombo Medical Congress 2022 |
P.R.P.T. Ishani, J.L.R. Jayalath (2022) Relationship between lower limb muscle strength, arm span and Balance for player performance In selected basketball clubs in Colombo District |
| 2016 batch | S.A.T. Harini | Best oral presentation
2nd place (student category) at Colombo Medical Congress 2022 |
S.A.T. Harini, C. Suraweera (2022) Prevalence of post-stroke depression, associated factors and its relationship with functional ability among stroke survivors during early rehabilitation in Rheumatology and Rehabilitation Hospital, Ragama |
| 2018 batch | D.T. Gamage | International Conference on Applied Sports 2023 | D.T. Gamage, G. Ponnamperuma (2023) Relationship of dynamic balance, agility, eye-hand coordination with service accuracy of badminton players |
| 2019 batch | J. Y. S. Jayasinghe | Best oral presentation
3rd place at Colombo Medical Congress 2024 |
J. Y. S. Jayasinghe, A. Wickramasinghe (2024) Identification and description of the pattern between BMI and physical activity among patients with Schizophrenia registered at outpatient clinics of psychiatric services at National Hospital of Sri Lanka |
| 2019 batch | M.N.I. Peiris | Best poster presentation
2nd place at Colombo Medical Congress 2024 |
M.N.I. Peiris, S. Fernando (2024) Association between self-reported exercise adherence and quality of life of the patients with knee osteoarthritis attending Rheumatology and Rehabilitation clinics at National Hospital Sri Lanka |
| 2019 batch | M.P.M.M. Fernando | Best poster presentation
3rd place at Colombo Medical Congress 2024 |
M.P.M.M. Fernando, K.R.M. Chandrathilaka (2024) Prevalence and associated factors of hamstring tightness among undergraduates of a leading University of Information Technology in Colombo |
| 2019 batch | C. Iyalspelman | Best poster presentation
3rd place at Colombo Medical Congress 2024 |
C. Iyalspelman, I.M. Karunathilake (2024) Association of dynamic balance with the incidence of ankle injury among university level football players in the Western province, Sri Lanka |
| Batch | No.Students in the Batch |
International | Local | Peer Review Journal Publications |
Total | Precentage Output |
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| 2005 AL | 28 | 2 | 7 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 21 | 75% |
| 2006 AL | 19 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 37% |
| 2007 AL | 27 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 26% |
| 2008 AL | 36 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 14 | 39% |
| 2009 AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 9 | 12 | 0 | 21 | 72% |
| 2010 AL | 27 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 7 | 26% |
| 2011 AL | 35 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 1 | 16 | 46% |
| 2012 AL | 30 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 16 | 53% |
| 2013 AL | 28 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 16 | 57% |
| 2014 AL | 29 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 7 | 0 | 9 | 31% |
| Total | 288 | 10 | 15 | 39 | 65 | 5 | 125 | 43% |
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The Research Laboratory is providing equipment, training and guidance for the undergraduate and postgraduate researchers of Department of Allied Health Sciences Faculty of Medicine University of Colombo. Opportunities for other researchers for collaborative research are provided on request.
Equipment Available:
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ABOUT THIS JOURNAL
The Sri Lanka Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (SLJPRS) is a peer-reviewed, open access journal published bi-annually by the Department of Allied Health Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka.
AIMS AND SCOPE
The journal’s mission is to publish high quality research with the most important impact for global physiotherapy practices and rehabilitation (also known as physical therapy). Our vision is to lead the field in assisting clinicians to access, understand and implement research evidence that will positively impact person-centred care.
The SLJPRS is inclined to provide publication priority to original research articles, reports of clinical trials, systematic reviews, experimental studies, qualitative studies, epidemiological studies, observational studies and economic analyses.
Research papers in the SLJPRS are published with open access availability to all. All articles in Sri Lanka Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences are licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 CC-BY International License.
There are no manuscript handling administrative fees or author charges for publication.
GUIDELINES FOR MANUSCRIPT SUBMISSION
The Sri Lanka Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences (SLJPRS) is primarily committed to publish scientific findings in the areas related to physiotherapy and rehabilitation.
The official website of the SLJPRS can be accessed through the below link:
To prepare the manuscript, download the author guidelines from the below link:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TXVuXYl_EOvEr8IVrywrtwQnWubnXJmG/view?usp=sharing
Article can be submitted to the submission portal of the journal website. Any submission that does not conform to the Author Guidelines will be rejected without processing them any further.
Editor-in-Chief:
Dr. Asha Wettasinghe (Senior Lecturer, Department of Allied Health Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka)
Assistant Editors:
Dr. KRM Chandrathilake (Senior Lecturer, Department of Allied Health Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka )
Dr. Chathurani Sigera (Ph.D. Scholar, Institute of Musculoskeletal Health, University of Sydney, Australia)
Editorial Assistant:
Ms. Thameesha Harini (Assistant Lecturer, Department of Allied Health Science, Faculty of Medicine, University of Colombo, Sri Lanka)