Educational Qualifications
BPT,MPT,PhD
Experience
Academic / Teaching Experience
20 years
Clinical / Industry Experience
6 Months
Area of Specialization / Research
Health and Fitness, Non Communicable diseases, Sports Biomechanics, Sports Injury Prevention, Women Health, Ergonomics
Notable Publications
- 1.
Bidhuri D, Kalra S, Saher T, Parveen A, Ajmera P, Miraj M. Current concepts of high intensity interval training: a clinical commentary. Comparative Exercise Physiology. 2025 Jan 10;21(1):1-5.
2025 - 2.
Roy N, Sharma P, Kalra S, Singh RK, Rai RH, Rohilla P. A Comprehensive Pediatric Assessment and Rehabilitation of Hypotonic Cerebral Palsy using ICF Model of Functioning, Disability and Health: A Case Study. Cuestiones de Fisioterapia. 2024 Jul 16;53(02):191-204.
2024 - 3.
Parveen A, Kalra S, Awasthi S, Ajmera P, RAI R, Miraj M, Pawaria S, Pal S, Naagar N. Effect of Mat Pilates Intervention on Sleep Quality in Adolescent girls: A Single Blinded Randomised Controlled Trial. Clinical Epidemiology and Global Health. 2024 Sep 19:101791.
2024 - 4.
Mehta V, Ajmera P, Kalra S, Miraj M, Gallani R, Shaik RA, Serhan HA, Sah R. Human resource shortage in India's health sector: a scoping review of the current landscape. BMC Public Health. 2024 May 21;24(1):1368.
2024 - 5.
Mittal P, Bhadania M, Tondak N, Ajmera P, Yadav S, Kukreti A, Kalra S, Ajmera P. Effect of immersive virtual reality-based training on cognitive, social, and emotional skills in children and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Research in Developmental Disabilities. 2024 Aug 1;151:104771.
2024 - 6.
Miraj M, Gupta A, Kalra S, Khanna A, Ajmera P. Biomehanical and Postural Evaluation of Optimal Bike Fit for non Traumatic Injury Prevention Among Cyclists: A Narrative Review. Journal of Musculoskeletal Research. 2024 Jun 14.
2024 - 7.
Tyagi M, Pal S, Yadav J, Kalra S*. Effectiveness of eight-week variable resistance training on ball release speed, jump height, speed of upper limb performance, and accuracy in young collegiate basketball players. Med J DY Patil Vidyapeeth 2024;17:722-9
2024 - 8.
Khandelwal M, Kalra S*, Ajmera P, Hirendra Rai R. EFFECT OF CUPPING THERAPY ON PAIN, CARDIORESPIRATORY PARAMETERS, AND LUNG FUNCTION IN PATIENTS WITH FIBROMYALGIA SYNDROME. Journal of Musculoskeletal Research. 2024 Jun 13:2450007.
2024 - 9.
Mittal P, Kalra S, Dadhich A, Ajmera P. Empowering children for better health with child-to-child approach: a systematic literature review. Health Education. 2024 May 7.
2024 - 10.
Sharma S, Kalra S,* Rai RH, Parveen A, Raghav D, Naswa R. Effect of Aerobic Exercise on Sleep, Depression, and Quality of Life in Postmenopausal Women. Journal of Cardiac Critical Care TSS. 2024 Apr 15;8(2):95-100.
2024 - 11.
Sawant KU, Rai RH, Kalra S, Sharma A, Chahal A, Sharma N. Combined Effects of Breathing Exercise and Core Strength Training on Fatigue, Abdominal Strength, and Cardiovascular Fitness among Subjects with Mechanical Nonspecific Lumbago Using Tele-physiotherapy: A Randomized Clinical Trial. Journal of Datta Meghe Institute of Medical Sciences University. 2024 Apr 1;19(2):247-56.
2024 - 12.
Ajmera P, Kalra S, Mohapatra SC, Yadav J. Health and Fitness of Postmenopausal Women in Urban versus Rural Gurugram: A Cross-Sectional Study. Journal of Mid-life Health. 2022 Oct;13(4):317.
2022 - 13.
Parveen A, Kalra S*, Jain S. Effects of Pilates on health and well-being of women: a systematic review. Bulletin of Faculty of Physical Therapy. 2023 Dec;28(1):1-2.
2023 - 14.
Kalra S, Aggarwal G, Pawaria S, Yadav S, Ajmera P. Psychological health of postmenopausal women: a bibliometric analysis in the recent decade. Climacteric. 2023 Apr 27:1-9.
2023 - 15.
Alam S, Kalra S*, Rai R, Raghav D. Frequency and Associated Factors of Physical Activity and Sleep with Depression in College Going Students. Journal of the Dow University of Health Sciences (JDUHS). 2023 Feb 20;17(1):17-24.
2023 - 16.
Swain L, Kalra S, Rai R, Raghav D. Effect of scapular strengthening exercises on rounded shoulder and neck disability among college students of Delhi NCR. Comparative Exercise Physiology. 2023:1-8.
2023 - 17.
Ajmera P, Miraj M, Kalra S, Goyal RK, Chorsiya V, Shaik RA, Alzhrani M, Alanazi A, Alqahtani M, Miraj SA, Pawaria S. Impact of telehealth interventions on physiological and psychological outcomes in breast cancer survivors: A meta-analysis of randomised controlled trials. Frontiers in Oncology. 2022;12.
2022 - 18.
Sharma F, Kalra S*, Rai R, Chorsiya V, Dular S. Work-related Musculoskeletal Disorders, Workability and its Predictors among Nurses Working in Delhi Hospitals: A Multicentric Survey. Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research. 2022 Oct 1;16(10).
2022 - 19.
Saran M, Pawaria S, Kalra S. Kinesio taping with ballistic six plyometric training on speed, accuracy, target and joint proprioception in fast bowlers with glenohumeral instability. Comparative Exercise Physiology. 2022 Sep 2;18(4):357-63.
2022 - 20.
PAJNEE K, KALRA S, YADAV J. Effect of Kinesio Taping in Patients with Cervical Radiculopathy: A Longitudinal Study. Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research. 2022 Mar 1;16(3).
2022 - 21.
Kalra S, Ajmera P, Chorsiya V. Telerehabilitation services in India: an integrated SWOT and AHP analysis. Int J Physiother. 2021;8(3):170-6.
2021 - 22.
Kalra S, Miraj M, Ajmera P, Shaik RA, Seyam MK, Shawky GM, Alasiry SM, Mohamed EH, Alasiri HM, Alzhrani M, Alanazi Effects of Yogic Interventions on Patients Diagnosed With Cardiac Diseases. A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine. 2022;9.
2022 - 23.
Pal S, Yadav J, Kalra S. Influence of stress and anxiety in sports. JCDR. 2021.YE01-YE05
2021 - 24.
Kalra S*, Yadav J, Ajmera P, Sindhu B, Pal S. Impact of Physical activity on physical and mental health of post-menopausal women: a systematic review. JCDR,2022;16(2): ye01-ye08
2022 - 25.
Jain R, Kalra S*, Pawaria S. A cross sectional survey on physical fitness, mental health and associated factors in mothers of children with special needs. Comparative Exercise physiology; CEP; 0(1);1-8
- 26.
Kalra S*, Chorsiya V, Ajmera P, Pawaria S, Pal S. High prevalence of depression among mothers tending children with special needs in Gurugram India. Asian Journal of Psychiatry. 2021:64:102790
2021 - 27.
PAL S, YADAV J, SINDHU B, KALRA S. Effect of Plyometrics and Pilates Training on Dynamic Balance and Core Strength of Karate Players. Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research. 2021 Jan 1;15(1).
2021 - 28.
Roshni, Kalra S*, Yadav J. A comparative study of wobble board and Bosu ball along with strength training on lower limb strength, dynamic balance, agility and functional performance in runners with lateral ankle instability. JCDR. 2021;15(5):YC01-YC06.
2021 - 29.
Prajapat J, Kalra S*, Yadav J, Pal S, Pawaria S. Comparative Study Of Foam Rolling And Vibration Therapy On Blood Creatinine Level, Pain Sprint Speed, Lower Limb Power And Hip Range Of Motion In Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness. Int J Res Pharm Sci. 2021;12(2):1-11
2021 - 30.
Pal S, Kalra S, Pawaria S. De Quervain's Tenosynovitis in Weight Lifter: A Case Report.
- 31.
Pal S, Yadav J, Kalra S, Sindhu B. Different Training Approaches in Karate-A Review. Lond. J. Res. Hum. Soc. Sci. 2020;20:33-44.
2020 - 32.
Pal S, Kalra S, Jain S. Covid-19 Pandemic: Mental Health and coping strategies. JCDR. 2020:14(12):YE01-YE04
2020 - 33.
Pal S, Kalra S, Kumar S. A literature review on common injuries and their prevention in Kabaddi. European Journal of Sports & Exercise Science, 2020;9(1):01-09
2020 - 34.
Sheetal Kalra*, Puneeta Ajmera, Joginder Yadav, Bijender Sindhu, Sonia Pawaria. Development of a valid and reliable questionnaire to identify factors affecting health of post menopausal women in selected areas of Gurugram India accepted for publication in Journal of Critical reviews. JCR. 2020;7(9):1150-1155
2020 - 35.
Sajjan Pal, Joginder Yadav, Sheetal Kalra. Injury profile in Karate athletes-A literature review. Journal of Critical Reviews. 2020; 7(9):110-1159
2020 - 36.
Sonia Pawaria, Sheetal Kalra. Effect of Inspiratory muscle training and aerobic training on pulmonary function, exercise capacity and cardiorespiratory fitness in females with hypothyroidism accepted for publication in International journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2020:11(3)
2020 - 37.
Kumar S, Panwar P, Garg S, Kalra S, Yadav J. Translation and cross-cultural adaptation of spinal cord independence measure version III in hindi language. Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology. 2020 Jan;23(1):98.
2020 - 38.
Sonia Pawaria, Sheetal Kalra. Effect of Deep Cervical Flexor training on Respiratory functions in chronic neck pain patients with forward head posture. International journal of Research in Pharmaceutical Sciences. 2020; 11(3)
2020 - 39.
Mohanta N, Kalra S*, Pawaria S. A Comparative Study of Circuit Training and Plyometric Training on Strength, Speed and Agility in State Level Lawn Tennis Players. JCDR. 2019;13(2):YC05-YC10.
2019 - 40.
Amola M, Pawaria S, Kalra S*. Effect of Inspiratory Muscle Training and Diaphragmatic Breathing Exercises on Dyspnea, Pulmonary Functions, Fatigue and Functional Capacity in Pregnancy during Third Trimester. Journal of clinical and diagnostic research. 2019;13(8);YC01-YC04.
2019 - 41.
Yadav P, Kalra S, Pawaria S*. Effect of pilates on agility and coordination skills in aspiring state level badminton players: a pilot study. Inter. Journal of Medical Science and Diagnosis Research. 2019.90-95.
2019 - 42.
Preeti, Kalra S*, Pawaria S, Yadav J. Effect of Pilates on Lower Limb Strength, Dynamic Balance, Agility and Coordination Skills in Aspiring State Level Badminton Players. Journal of clinical and diagnostic research. 2019; 13(7):YC01-YC06.
2019 - 43.
Pawaria S, Sudan D, Kalra S, Yadav J. Effectiveness of Cervical Stabilisation Exercises on Respiratory Strength in Chronic Neck Pain Patients with Forward Head Posture- A Pilot Study. Journal of clinical and diagnostic research. 2019;13(4):YC06-YC09.
2019 - 44.
Pawaria S, Sudan D, Kalra S, Yadav J. Effectiveness of cervical stabilization exercises with feedback on respiratory status in chronic neck pain patients with forward head posture. International journal of Physiotherapy. 2019;6(3):70-74
2019 - 45.
Tabassum Saher D, Kalra S, Yadav J, Thariwal S, Yadav K, Tanwar P. Role and importance of Physiotherapy during Palliative Care in India: A Review. WJRR. 2018;7(4):1-8
2018 - 46.
Sachdeva S, Pawaria S, Kalra S. Effectiveness of pursed lip breathing versus mouth mask on dyspnea and functional capacity in acute exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. International journal of health sciences and Research. 2018; 8(9):94-101.
2018 - 47.
Sachdeva S, Pawaria S, Kalra S* Effects of muscle energy technique versus mobilization on pain and disability in post-partum females with sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Indian Journal of Health Sciences and care. 2018; 5(1):11-17
2018 - 48.
Sachdeva S, Pawaria S, Kalra S. Effect of Pursed lip breathing and mouth mask on dyspnea on healthy individual-A Pilot study. International journal of health sciences and Research. 2018:8(7): 135-140.
2018 - 49.
Pancholi P, Yadav J, Kalra S*. Effect of resistance band exercises on neck pain, disability and forward head posture in dentists with chronic neck pain. J Physiother Rehabil. 2018;2(1).
2018 - 50.
Raghav D, Yadav J, Kalra S. Effect of Thoraco-Lumbar Fascia Kinesio taping as a Therapeutic Intervention for Pain, Functional Disability in Non Specific Low Back Pain-A Pilot Study. Indian Journal of Health Sciences & Care. 2017; 4(1):9-13
2017 - 51.
Pawaria S, Kalra S, Pal S. A study on cardiorespiratory fitness of Physiotherapy Students. Int J of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical education. 2017; 2(4):22-24.
2017 - 52.
Kalra S*, Pal S, Pawaria S. Correlational study of chronic neck pain and hand grip strength in Physiotherapy Practioners. Int J of Yoga, Physiotherapy and Physical education. 2017; 2(4):30-32.
2017 - 53.
Sharma V, Kalra S*. Pawaria S. Manual Physical Therapy in Patients with Myofascial Pain in Upper Trapezius: A Case Series. Indian J Physiotherapy & Occupational Therapy. 2016; 10(4):66-70.
2016 - 54.
Kalra S*, Arora B, Pawaria S. Cross sectional survey of work related musculoskeletal disorders and associated risk factors among female farmers in rural areas of Gurgaon. Indian J Physiotherapy & Occupational therapy. 2016; 10(2);149-154
2016 - 55.
Sharma V, Yadav J, Kalra S. Effect of square stepping exercises versus strength and balance training on balance and risk of fall in elderly population. Journal for Physiotherapy. 2016; 104:140-47.
2016 - 56.
Singhal S, Pawaria S, Kalra S. Effects of Aerobic versus resistance training on blood pressure in hypertensive patients. Journal of anesthesia and critical care. 2015;3(3):1-6.
2015 - 57.
Pawaria S, Kalra S. A comparative study of myofascial release and stretching on pain, disability and range of motion in trapezius trigger points. Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Yadav J, Yadav J, Kalra S. Effect of Pelvic Floor Muscle Exercises in comparison with Core Stability Exercises on Pain, Functional status and Abdominal muscle endurance in Post-Partum females with Chronic Low back pain. Indian Journal of Health Sciences and Care. 2015; 2(2):121-125.
2015 - 58.
Khatwani P, Yadav J, Kalra S. The Effect of Cervical Lateral Glide and Manual Cervical Traction Combined with Neural Mobilization on Patients with Cervical Radiculopathy. Website: www. ijpot. com. 2015 Oct;9(4):152.
2015 - 59.
Vohra R, Kalra S*, Yadav J. A comparative study of static stretching and PNF stretching on pectoral muscle flexibility. Ind. J of Physio & Occup therapy. 2014; 8(3).
2014 - 60.
Yadav A, Yadav J, Kalra S*. A comparative study of effectiveness between Myofascial release and Pressure release on pain and ankle range of motion in adults with soleus myofascial trigger points. Intl. J. of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation. 2014;1:61-66
2014 - 61.
Popli S, Yadav J, Kalra S*. Effect of Static stretching versus retro walking on hamstring flexibility. Ind. J of Physio & Occup Therapy. 2014; (8):3.
2014 - 62.
Sethi C, Kalra S*, Yadav J. A correlational study of BMI and fitness level among children in India in the age group of 13-16". J Sports and Physical Education, Photon. 2014; 3:169-174.
2014 - 63.
Alam S, Kalra S, Mohapatra SC, Raii R, Raghav D. Frequency and Associated Factors of Physical Activity and Sleep with Depression in College Going Students. Journal of the Dow University of Health Sciences (JDUHS). 2021.
2021 - 64.
Yadav S., Kalra S., Joginder Y., 2015. Effect of Forward Stair Climbing and Backward Locomotion on Cardiopulmonary Parameters in Sedentary Young Males. The Journal of Sports and Physical Education. Photon 112, 220-225.
2015 - 65.
Sethi C, Kalra S, Yadav J. Correlation of body mass index and fitness level among school children in India in the age group of 13-16 The Journal of Sports and Physical Education. Photon 111 (2014) 169-174
2014 - 66.
P. Shuklaa, B. Arorab*, S. Kalra. Effect of Treating BPPV Under Epleys Maneuver With Vestibular Rehabilitation Exercises and Brandt-Daroff Maneuver With Vestibular Rehabilitation Exercises In Elderly Population With Balance Impairment. Photon Journal of Neurology. Photon 103 (2015) 130-135
2015 - 67.
Afsha Parveen, Sheetal Kalra, Puneeta Ajmera, Deepali Bidhuri. Pilates Exercise protocol for sedentary adolescent girls. Reg No-L-138441/2023
2023 - 68.
Sonia Pawaria, Sheetal Kalra. Integertaed Renal Rehabilitation program for Chronic Kidney Disease patients.
- 69.
Palka Mittal, Puneeta Ajmera, Sheetal Kalra. Screen time assessment L-158254-2024
2024 - 70.
4. Sheetal Kalra, Puneeta Ajmera, Sonia Pawaria. Questioannaire to assess physical health, mental health and fitness of post-menopausal women. L-159901/2025
2025 - 71.
Pelvic Inclinometer. Design no 404310-001. Granted on 11/01/24 from the patent office. Govt of India
- 72.
Advanced Muscle Stimulator. Application no 202411011123. Govt of India(FILED)
Awards & Achievements
4 copyrights registered (2023-2025)
Award of Excellent Contribution in Physiotherapy (PHYSIO-HARCON, 2016)
Award of Young Achiever's (INCPT-6 AIIMS, 2016)
Significant Contribution Award (IAP, 2016)
Award of Academic Excellence (World Laproscopic Hospital, 2017)
Academic Excellence Award (MEDANTA Hospital, 2018)
Certificate of Appreciation for significant Contribution (IAPWC, 2022)
Custodians of Humanity Award (IGHM, 2022)
66+ peer-reviewed research papers published
Invited Lectures & Speaker Roles
Correlation of BMI and physical fitness in school children presented during INCPT AIIMS, ND.
Paper presentation Respiratory response to BiPAP aided exercise in patients, with respiratory diseases during PHYSIOHARCON in Rohtak in the year 2016
2016
Paper presentation on Effect of Integrated Pelvic floor muscle exercises on Pain and disability in low back pain during post partum phase in 2017
2017
Paper presentation on physical fitness and mental health of post menopausal women in Gurugram in International Orthopedic Conference in Singapore 2018
2018
Developing a mindful perinatal yoga and meditation program and determining its effectiveness on perinatal depression. Funded by ICSSR in April 2023. Amount sanctioned 9 Lakh rupees
2023
Book Chapters
- 1.
Health Psychology
Vikas Publishers2021 - 2.
Healthcare Management
Vikas Publishers2022 - 3.
Health and Positive Psychology
Vikas Publishers2023 - 4.
Recent Paradigms in Physiotherapy management
Vikas Publishers2022 - 5.
Text book on Exercise Therapy
CBS publishers2025 - 6.
Book chapters on additive manufacturing in healthcare
Elsevier2023 - 7.
Artificial intelligence assisted telemedicine
Taylor and Francis2023 - 8.
Handbook on augmenting telehealth services using AI
Taylor and Francis2024 - 9.
Machine learning and deep learning for breast cancer detection
Academic Press2024
Paper / Poster Presentations
- 1.
Correlation of BMI and physical fitness in school children presented during INCPT AIIMS, ND.
- 2.
Paper presentation Respiratory response to BiPAP aided exercise in patients, with respiratory diseases during PHYSIOHARCON in Rohtak in the year 2016
2016 - 3.
Paper presentation on Effect of Integrated Pelvic floor muscle exercises on Pain and disability in low back pain during post partum phase in 2017
2017 - 4.
Paper presentation on physical fitness and mental health of post menopausal women in Gurugram in International Orthopedic Conference in Singapore 2018
2018 - 5.
Developing a mindful perinatal yoga and meditation program and determining its effectiveness on perinatal depression. Funded by ICSSR in April 2023. Amount sanctioned 9 Lakh rupees
2023
Patents
- 1.
Pelvic Inclinometer. Design no 404310-001. Granted on 11/01/24 from the patent office. Govt of India
- 2.
Advanced Muscle Stimulator. Application no 202411011123. Govt of India(FILED)
Membership of Important Committees & Professional Associations
Member, Indian Association of Physiotherapy (IAP)
Panelist, PAN INDIA ONLINE TALENT SEARCH organized by Indian Association of Physiotherapy (IAP) (May 2020)
Panelist, webinar on Current trends in physiotherapy education - organized by ISOMT (International Sports and Orthopedics Manual Therapy)
Moderator, webinar on Kinesiotaping in treatment and prevention of Sports Injuries - Indian Association of Physiotherapists (September 2021)
Chairperson for session MULTIDISCIPLINARY EXPLORATION at INCPT AIIMS 2024
