Zakis Marharyta Ihorivna

Education:

• National University of Ukraine on Physical Education and Sport

Membership in associations, societies; attending conferences, thematic improvement courses:

• active participation in rehabilitation training, including "Methods of Assessment for Lower Limb Dysfunction," "Multidisciplinary Management and Rehabilitation of a Patient with an Amputation," "WHO Basic Wheelchair Service Training," and others;
• attending thematic seminars such as "Physical Therapy of Pelvic Floor Muscles," "Back Pain";
• participation in international summits, including Summit AMPUTEE REHAB "Physical Therapy after Amputation".

Scientific activity:

• in progress: a thesis on "Physical Therapy for Deforming Osteoarthritis of the Hip Joint".

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• rehabilitation for joint and muscle diseases: osteoarthritis, arthritis, ligament and meniscus injuries, bursitis, osteochondrosis, and others;
• physical therapy in the acute postoperative period, after joint replacement surgery, and for pain syndromes;
• rehabilitation after injuries, polytrauma, and sports injuries;
• conducting physiotherapy procedures;
• instrumental soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) to improve blood circulation, reduce muscle spasms, and speed up recovery;
• kinesio taping of all levels of complexity to support muscles, reduce pain, and accelerate the recovery process;
• therapeutic massage;
• consultation and development of an individual rehabilitation program: selection of safe exercises, progress monitoring, and recommendations for home practice;
• individual rehabilitation programs for military personnel who have sustained injuries as a result of combat operations.

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• "I enjoy spending my free time creatively — doing diamond painting and painting by numbers. My favorite books inspire and broaden my horizons: 'The Minds of Billy Milligan,' 'The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas,' 'Pride and Prejudice,' 'The Black Council.' And my favorite films are a small dive into another world: 'The Lord of the Rings,' 'Star Wars.' They remind me of the power of friendship, courage, and perseverance."

Doctor's advice:

• "Listen to your body: pain is a signal that your muscles, joints, or tissues need attention. In rehabilitation, it is important to respond to it correctly: perform the recommended physical exercises, undergo physiotherapy procedures, and follow the individual program prescribed by your doctor. This approach helps to reduce discomfort, improve blood circulation, and speed up recovery. Start with regular light exercises and gradually increase the load under the supervision of a specialist — this is safe and effective."

Advantages of MM 'Dobrobut':

• "At 'Dobrobut,' we take a comprehensive approach: we combine physiotherapy, consultations with related specialists, and individual programs to help the patient recover fully, not just eliminate the symptom."