SPARRC INSTITUTE MARKS 19 YEARS OF PIONEERING NON-SURGICAL SPORTS MEDICINE WITH GRAND ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

Chennai, February 2026 – SPARRC Sports & Fitness Medicine Clinic, India’s premier institution dedicated to advanced non-surgical musculoskeletal care, celebrated its 19th Foundation Day today at its Anna Nagar centre in Chennai. The milestone event honoured nearly two decades of clinical excellence, patient-centric innovation, and the vision of restoring active living without unnecessary surgery.

Thiru E.S.L. Narasimhan, former Governor of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, graced the occasion as Chief Guest, distributing commendation shields to SPARRC’s doctors, physiotherapists, and administrative staff in recognition of their dedicated service. Mrs. Vimal Narasimhan conveyed her warm wishes and appreciation to the entire SPARRC family.

The celebration was presided over by Ms. Sujatha Pugazhendhi, Co-Founder and CEO of SPARRC. Dr. Kannan Pugazhendhi, Founder and Director, presented with a report, reflecting on a year of continued expansion, clinical advancements, and unwavering commitment to the institute’s core philosophy: “We Prescribe Exercises – Not Medicines.”

A Legacy of Healing without Surgery

Since its founding in 2006 by Dr. Kannan and Ms. Sujatha Pugazhendhi, SPARRC has grown from a single centre into a nationally trusted healthcare network with a presence in Chennai, Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Bengaluru, and Coimbatore. The institute has pioneered Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy and Aqua Therapy in India, achieving a remarkable 95% success rate in resolving chronic and acute pain without surgical intervention. Its multidisciplinary team—comprising over 30 doctors, 80 physiotherapists, and 45 trainers—delivers personalised care ranging from Clinical Pilates and exercise prescription to geriatric fitness and doorstep rehabilitation through House calls.