Rob Birdsall

New West Physio

210 - 65 E Sixth Ave, New Westminster, BC, V3L 4G6

Rob was born and raised in New Westminster. He later attended the University of Lethbridge where he played on the Men’s Soccer team and received his Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology (2006). After working in the rehabilitation field for a few years, Rob moved to Perth, Australia and graduated with his Master’s degree in Physiotherapy from Curtin University (2012). Rob received the award for the highest clinical marks among his graduating class. Rob is a trained manual therapist and implements a variety of hands-on techniques to address muscle and joint injuries. Rob has completed his Level 3 upper and lower body courses with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association (Orthopaedic Division). He is certified to practice functional dry needling, also known as intramuscular stimulation (IMS). Additionally, Rob has completed vestibular rehabilitation training. This allows him to treat common causes of vertigo and other forms of dizziness. Rob is a certified Shift Concussion provider after completing the Shift Concussion Management Program. Rob has experience working with a variety of patients who have sustained concussions, including athletes and individuals who have been in motor vehicle or workplace accidents. When he’s not at the clinic, Rob stays active by playing hockey, training for his next marathon and chasing after his three young children.