A Research Study on the Impact of Reflexology and Physical Activity through Throwball on Eye Health Management, Academic Performance, and Physical Well-being.
Management, Academic Performance, and Physical Well-being” – Closing Ceremony on 14 March 2026
We are pleased to inform that the International Throwball Federation (ITF), in collaboration with Siddapura Medical
Institute of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (SINYS) and MM Joshi Ganesh Nethralaya, Sirsi, conducted a research study on
the impact of reflexology and physical activity through Throwball on eye health management, academic performance,
and physical well-being among high school students in Siddapura and Bhairumbe in Uttara Kannada district.
The event is sponsored by Smt. Annapoorna Seetharam Hegde, Hinagar, and we sincerely thank her for her generous
support.
Closing Ceremony
Venue: Siddhi Vinayaka High School Complex, Siddapura, Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka, India
Date: 14 March 2026
Time: 10:30 AM IST
Participating Institutions
The following institutions participated in the program, including three Government High Schools and one Blind School:
1. Shree Sharadamba English Medium High School, Bhairumbe
2. Shree Sharadamba Kannada Medium High School, Bhairumbe (Government High School)
3. SRGHM Girls High School, Siddapura
4. Siddhi Vinayaka Boys High School, Siddapura (Government High School)
5. Siddhi Vinayaka English Medium School, Siddapura (Government High School)
6. JMR Blind School, Siddapura (Charitable Trust)
7. Siddapura Medical Institute of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences
The Throwball coaching program was conducted from 27 November 2025 to 31 January 2026.
“Game into every person’s life for a healthy and happy society – that Throwball.
Throwball Federation ITF
Website:https://internationalthrowballfederation.com E-mail: tfiramanna67@gmail.com, internationaldethrowball@gmail.com,
office@internationalthrowballfederation.com Office Address: No 29, Raja Ram Mohan Roy Road, Bangalore 560027.
• To develop a structured approach to enable students’ holistic growth and well-being by leveraging the scientifically
proven benefits of the game of Throwball.
• This holistic development includes physical fitness, bilateral brain stimulation, mental stability, eye health
improvement, and overall cognitive enhancement.
• Through this approach, students also experience improved focus, discipline, and academic performance.
Student Participation
Total students involved: 467
Students with eye health problems (excluding the Blind School): 43
Eye Health Observations
• 25 out of 43 students (58.1%) showed improvement in at least one eye.
• 8 students (18.6%) showed improvement in both eyes.
• Among students who played Throwball for 36–48 days, 84% (21 out of 25) showed improvement in at least one eye.
• Among students who played for 12–16 days, 33% (6 out of 18) showed improvement in at least one eye.
Academic Performance
• Students showed an overall improvement of 5.5% in their FA4 exam scores compared to the mid-term examination,
proportionate to their participation in Throwball.
• 266 out of 441 students (60%) showed improvement in their scores (excluding Naturopathy students).
• A further assessment will be conducted after the final examinations to evaluate the long-term impact.
Expert Opinions
Dr. Shivaram K. V., Cataract and Refractive Surgeon and Founder of MM Joshi Ganesh Nethralaya, one of the Chief
Guests, mentioned that outdoor games have a very positive impact on eye health, especially Throwball. He noted that
this initiative is a pilot study that has shown very encouraging results, but further observation over 6–12 months with a
controlled study would provide deeper insights.
He encouraged everyone to play outdoor games for at least 30 minutes daily, emphasizing that this program is not just a
closing ceremony but the beginning of a long-term health movement. He also highlighted that sports help improve
Intellectual Quotient (IQ), Emotional Quotient (EQ), Social Quotient (SQ), and Health Quotient (HQ), all of which are
essential for a balanced life.
Dr. Shashibhushan Hegde, President of Shikshana Prasarak Samithi, stated that this may be one of the first initiatives
where a sport is being studied for its potential role in improving health conditions. While many sports focus mainly on
competition and general fitness, Throwball initiatives are exploring broader health benefits for society, including children,
middle-aged individuals, senior citizens, people with intellectual disabilities, individuals dealing with addiction, appreciated the efforts of the International Throwball Federation and Mrs. Sampoorna Hegde and her team, who are
working at the grassroots level while also reaching out to the International Olympic Committee for inclusion of
Throwball in the Olympics. He wished them success in all their initiatives and their Olympic dream.
Mrs. Nuthana Doshetty, Assistant Director at Akashvani, Bengaluru, and a former student of SRGHM Girls High School,
emphasized the importance of the overall development of children through sports and academics. She noted that in
today’s competitive environment, parents often prioritize academic marks while neglecting sports. She encouraged
parents and students to include Throwball and other outdoor games in their routine for physical, mental, and social wellbeing.
Scientific Perspective
Dr. Vani Jeeragal, Principal of Siddapura Institute of Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences, one of the program initiators,
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