"Somsankar Mukherjee is a distinguished author, editor, and academic leader in the field of physiotherapy. Currently serving as the Chairperson of the Arunachal Pradesh Allied and Healthcare Council (2025–27), he has previously held the position of Professor and Head of the Department of Physiotherapy at Indira Gandhi Technological and Medical Sciences University (IGTAMSU), Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh (2017–2025). His international exposure includes a tenure as Lecturer and Sports Physiotherapist in the Department of Sports Sciences at Mekelle University, Tigray, Ethiopia (2012–2016). Dr. Mukherjee holds a Master of Physiotherapy (MPT) with specialization in Sports Physiotherapy and a PhD in Physiotherapy, reflecting a robust blend of clinical expertise and academic scholarship.
Dr. Mukherjee’s research contributions focus on evidence-based rehabilitation, sports injuries, and physiotherapy education. He has extensively explored clinical interventions such as comparative studies on static stretch versus muscle energy techniques for hamstring flexibility and the efficacy of Pilates for low back pain. His scholarly work also emphasizes physiotherapy pedagogy, applying frameworks like Bloom’s Taxonomy and Schön’s Reflective Model to enhance clinical reasoning and curriculum design. Additionally, he has conducted community health surveys assessing the interplay between livelihood, education, and awareness of non-communicable diseases among youth, reflecting a commitment to public health and preventive care.
As an accomplished author and editor, Dr. Mukherjee has contributed to numerous academic texts and research papers widely referenced in physiotherapy education and training. His publications underscore his expertise in sports rehabilitation, curriculum development, and evidence-based clinical practice, making him a recognized thought leader in his field."