Dr Golhar poses with the team who took part in the camp held at Wardha
Wardha: A team of specialists provided reconstructive surgery and rehabilitation support to 27 people affected by leprosy at a medical camp held at Wardha district hospital recently.
misconceptions about its contagiousness and the assumption that it inevitably causes permanent disability continue to affect patients and those who have been cured.Medical experts said awareness campaigns, rehabilitation services and community support are essential to ensure people affected by leprosy can lead lives with dignity Although leprosy is treatable. The camp, led by Dr Anil Golhar, Professor Emeritus, included three nerve decompression surgeries and four minor procedures. The interventions were aimed at improving mobility, restoring function and preventing further nerve damage among patients with leprosy-related disabilities.
A patient requiring a prosthetic limb will be provided a Jaipur Foot free of cost through the Saket Foundation. Other patients received customised therapeutic footwear through the Deputy Director of Health Services, along with specialised day-care treatment plans.