Brief Profile
Dr. Deepak Prasad J is a dynamic Rehabilitation Medicine specialist in Bangalore with 10+ years of experience in neurorehabilitation, musculoskeletal rehabilitation, sports medicine, and pain management. As Consultant and In-Charge of the Neurorehabilitation & Sports Rehab Units at Kauvery Hospital, he leads a multidisciplinary team delivering structured, patient-centred recovery programs.
His clinical approach focuses on restoring function, improving mobility, and enhancing quality of life for patients with neurological, orthopaedic, and chronic pain conditions. With advanced training in interventional pain procedures and sports rehabilitation, Dr. Deepak is particularly skilled in managing complex rehabilitation needs using evidence-based protocols and minimally invasive techniques.
Education
- MBBS - Meenakshi Medical College, Chennai
- MD (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PMR)) - St. John’s Medical College, Bengaluru
- CCPC (Palliative Care) - Pallium India
- FIPM (Fellowship in Interventional Pain Medicine) - Daradia Pain Clinic
- FMPU (Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Pain & Ultrasound) - Aadhya Pain Centre
- CPM (Certification in Pain Management) - British Pain Society
- Diploma – FIFA Sports Medicine
Professional Experience
- Consultant & Advisor – Geriatric Rehabilitation - Athulya Senior Care, Bengaluru
- Consultant – Rehabilitation & Pain Management - Apollo Clinic
- Consultant – PM&R - HCAH Suvitas
- Founder - The Rehab Doc
Areas of Expertise
- Neurorehabilitation & Post-Stroke Recovery
- Musculoskeletal & Sports Injury Rehabilitation
- Pain Management & Interventional Procedures
- Spasticity Management (Botox, Phenol Blocks)
- USG-Guided MSK Interventions
- PRP Therapy & Regenerative Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Rehabilitation & Functional Recovery
Research & Publications
- Prosthetics & Orthotics International (2024) – Rehabilitation of a quadruple amputee
- International Journal of Community Medicine & Public Health (2025) – Incontinence device study
- International Journal of Rehabilitation Research (2025) – Brain injury rehabilitation outcomes
- Presented papers and posters at KARM and IAPMR national conferences
Clinical Procedures and Interventions
- Botulinum toxin injections for spasticity (CP, neurological disorders)
- Nerve blocks & motor point blocks (phenol-guided)
- Intra-articular injections (shoulder, knee)
- PRP therapy for joints and wound healing
- Tracheostomy care & decannulation
- Wound care & debridement
- Ultrasound-guided rehabilitation interventions
Organisations and Memberships
- International Society of Physical & Rehabilitation Medicine – Life Member
- International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society – Life Member
- American Society of Pain & Neuroscience – Young Innovator Member
- Academy of Pain Physiatrists (APP) – Life Member
- Siegel Rare Neuroimmune Association – Member
- The Myositis Association – Member
- Indian Medical Association (IMA) – Life Member
- Indian Academy of Geriatrics – Life Member
Clinical Focus
- Evidence-based rehabilitation medicine in Bangalore
- Functional recovery in neurological and orthopaedic conditions
- Advanced pain management and interventional rehab
- Multidisciplinary care for long-term mobility and independence
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