The Gateway to Para Sport

At the National Paralympic Committee of Bangladesh (NPC Bangladesh), we believe that rehabilitation is not just about recovery—it is the foundation of a new beginning. History shows that the global Paralympic Movement was born out of rehabilitation programs, and in Bangladesh, we continue this legacy by using sport as a powerful tool for physical, psychological, and social restoration.

Our Philosophy: From Therapy to Track

For a person with a disability, rehabilitation is the first step toward reclaiming independence. While traditional medical rehabilitation focuses on daily living activities, Sports-Based Rehabilitation takes it a step further. By engaging in Para sports, individuals improve their cardiovascular health, muscle strength, and coordination while building the confidence needed to transition from a "patient" to an "athlete."

Key Pillars of our Rehabilitation Framework

1. Physical Restoration & Physiotherapy

We work alongside leading rehabilitation centers in Bangladesh to ensure that athletes receive specialized physiotherapy. This includes:

• Functional Mobility: Enhancing the ability to use wheelchairs, prosthetics, or braces with athletic precision.
• Injury Prevention: Tailored strength and conditioning programs to protect the joints and muscles of Para athletes.
• Specialized Care: Access to experts in spinal cord injury, limb deficiency, and neurological rehabilitation.

2. Psychological Resilience

Recovery is as much mental as it is physical. Participating in Para sports during the rehabilitation phase helps combat depression and isolation. It provides a sense of community, a goal to strive for, and a "competitive spirit" that speeds up the overall healing process.

3. Adaptive Equipment & Technology

Rehabilitation at NPC Bangladesh involves the use of specialized adaptive technology. We assist athletes in finding and fitting the right equipment—whether it is a racing wheelchair, a sports prosthetic, or assistive devices for archery and shooting—to ensure their body and equipment work in perfect harmony.

Our Partnership with CRP and Beyond

NPC Bangladesh maintains a close relationship with the Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralyzed (CRP) and other national institutes. These partnerships allow us to:

• Identify "Grassroots Talent" during the early stages of medical rehabilitation.
• Provide a pathway for individuals to move from hospital-based recreation to national-level competition.
• Train healthcare professionals on the specific needs of high-performance Para athletes.

Start Your Journey Today

If you or someone you know is currently in rehabilitation and wants to explore the world of Para sports, NPC Bangladesh is here to guide you. Sport is a universal language of hope, and your disability is not a boundary—it is the starting line of your Paralympic story.

 

 

"Sport has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire. It has the power to unite people in a way that little else does." 

— Sir Ludwig Guttmann, Founder of the Paralympic Movement.