Fitness & Exercise

FITNESS & EXERCISE
Spring Garden Medical Clinic has a fitness and exercise centre which prepares customized exercise regimens for patients according to their needs or according to the requirement of the doctor or physiotherapist. It also conducts live exercise sessions in small batches.
MEDICAL REHABILITATION & EXERCISE
The Fitness & Exercise centre designs customized exercise regimens for a patient based on detailed evaluation of the fitness trainer, the physiotherapist, orthopedic consultant or any doctor. There are also different exercise regimens for the rehabilitation of different diseases, like Covid, diabetes, stroke, arthritis, etc., or issues like backache, traumatic events like accidents, etc.


WELL-BEING EXERCISE PROGRAMMES
Fitness and exercise are crucial to our physical and mental well-being. As has been observed, "Those who think they have no time for bodily exercise will sooner or later have to find time for illness". The centre conducts aerobics oriented, holistic exercise programmes covering key aspects like cardio-fitness, muscle strengthening, flexibility, balance, and mind-body coordination. Online live exercise programmes are also available. Details are given below.


EXERCISE
PROGRAMME HIGHLIGHTS


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Cardio-strengthening and weight-loss programme in the most enjoyable way through aerobics, step aerobics and cardio kickboxing;
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Strengthening and toning of all the major muscle groups through floor exercises, free weights and resistance bands;
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Flexibility, mind - body coordination and balance training through yoga;
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Conducted under the guidance of a well trained lady instructor with leading national and international certifications;
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Complimentary health screening by a physiotherapist and a medical doctor to assess the general health and fitness of the participant prior to joining the programme;
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Complimentary diet counselling and monitoring for better result, especially for the clients aiming for weightloss;
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Weekly monitoring of weight and fat percentage;
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Separate batches for ladies and gents;
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Conducted on the premises of the medical clinic, an added safety factor;
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Potential health benefits achieved by participants: weight-loss, increased alertness throughout the day, general improvement in agility, easing of joint stiffness, reduced cholesterol and triglyceride levels, increased stamina for day to day activities, a general sense of well being, to name a few.
THE ONLINE EXERCISE PROGRAMME
~ Stay safe & stay healthy
ONLINE EXERCISE PROGRAMME
The Fitness and Exercise centre currently runs live online exercise programmes for you to stay fit and healthy during these troubled times. Vacancy is currently available in batches exclusively for women.

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What is e-Consult?e-Consult is an online platform offered by Spring Garden Medical Clinic (SGMC) where a patient can consult a doctor over a video or telephone session.
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Can anyone use the e-Consult facility?Anyone can make use of the e-Consult facility, but it is recommended for existing patients registered at the Clinic. For new patients (and registered patients with a new medical condition), the doctor will decide if the patient needs an additional visit to the Clinic for a full physical examination after the e-Consult.
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What is the platform used for e-Consult?e-Consult uses Google Meet, a video meeting solution from Google.
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What are the requirements for a patient to use e-Consult successfully?The requirements for a patient are: The patient will need a desktop / laptop, a webcam and good internet connectivity; A headphone/ earphone with a microphone is also strongly recommended to ensure clarity of conversation and privacy. An email ID will also help the process of joining the e-Consult video session. The patient is advised to join the e-Consult session from a quiet and undisturbed space, preferably at a table with adequate lighting in front of the patient (not behind), during the session. Some paper and a pen would be handy to take down notes, if required.
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Will any software or app have to be downloaded before joining the consultation session?If you are using a laptop or a desktop there is no need to download any additional software or application.
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Is it possible to do the e-Consult video consultation on a phone?It is possible, but it is strongly recommended that you join the e-Consult session on a desktop / laptop or a tablet for a few reasons: It will make the e-Consult session as real as possible to an actual consultation as the doctor will be at the consulting table. Incoming calls on your phone during the e-Consult video session will disturb your consultation. The doctor may present a document or an image during the video session. A phone’s smaller screen might not be adequate for this.
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What are the things to do if I am using my phone for the video consultation?You should download the Google Meet app from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store and join the consultation from this app by clicking on the link sent to your email ID or WhatsApp number. You should avoid picking up calls during the video consultation. It would be advisable to use a headphone during the video call.
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Can an e-Consult session be done over a regular telephone call?Yes, it can be done over a regular telephone call, but it is recommended only if a video call is impossible. However, the procedure and the charges will be the same as that for an e-Consult video session.
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Can other video applications like WhatsApp or Zoom be used for e-Consult?The Google Meet application is our preferred platform for e-Consult sessions because of its ease of use. WhatsApp and Duo video calling are not recommended as they do not have the features of Google Meet.
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How soon can I get an e-Consult appointment?You can normally expect to get a confirmed online consultation appointment within two hours of your requested time. However, if the doctor requires additional diagnostic tests before the consultation, you might get the appointment only the next day.
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What are the charges for using e-Consult?The charges vary depending on the doctor you choose for your e-Consult session. This will be intimated to you before confirmation of the appointment.
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What are the charges for a review consultation?Reviews done within seven calendar days are free of charge.
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What are the limitations of online consultation?Accurate diagnosis of the patient’s health condition could be affected by the following limitations, at least to some extent: The doctor cannot do a detailed clinical examination; Unless the patient has both the skill and approved devices at home to measure blood pressure, pulse rate, oxygen saturation and body temperature, these crucial basic parameters cannot be measured.
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There was an issue while making the payment for an e-Consult session and my account was debited twice. What should I do?Almost all double debits / error debits from your bank account without a payment confirmation from your UPI/banking app, will be corrected and automatically credited back into your account by your bank within 5-7 working days. If you would like confirmation on the status of a payment, please contact the SGMC Reception.
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Will e-Consult be available for elderly patients who have difficulty visiting SGMC?Home visits by our doctors are available for the medical attention of registered elderly patients. We can also provide planned and regular e-Consult sessions for such patients. But a caretaker should be at home to manage and coordinate the e-Consult session, and to be with the patient during the e-Consult, just as they would be available for a home visit.
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Is video consultation possible for patients residing outside India?At the moment the Medical Council of India does not recommend online consultations for patients whose domicile is outside India; however, such consultations are possible through a caretaker or relative in India.
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Can minors do online consultation?Online consultation is possible for minors (below the age of 18) in warranted cases if the parent also joins the online consultation.
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Can I cancel an e-Consult appointment in an emergency?Yes, you can cancel the appointment in an emergency.