Rob Barker
Before life as a physiotherapist I studied a BSc (Hons) in Sports Science at Anglia Ruskin University in Cambridge. This provided me with opportunities to work with talented college athletes, testing physiological limitations and providing training data to improve athletic performance. I completed a dissertation on blood lactate threshold and its relationship to distance running.
After completing my Sports Science degree I moved to the Northwest and worked within the fitness industry for a few years gaining register of exercise professionals level 3 status. I provided a personal training service to athletes, tailoring exercise programmes to golfers, runners and cyclists. However, I soon felt limited by the work I was doing within the fitness industry and naturally progressed by studying Physiotherapy at Manchester Metropolitan University. During this time I developed my learning outside of University by taking a pro-active approach, volunteering and shadowing at Wasps Rugby Club and the British Transplant Games as well as shadowing within several private practices in the region. I completed my dissertation on soft tissue release techniques and their role within muscle imbalance.
Since graduating in 2009 I have worked in several private practices, a private orthopaedic hospital and within the NHS, gaining knowledge, skills and qualifications including Pilates. During this time I have completed rotational posts within neurological and orthopaedic wards as well as musculoskeletal outpatient departments. I continue to work within the NHS as a musculoskeletal Specialist Physiotherapist in an outpatient setting.
In January 2015 I started RGB Physiotherapy and Sports Injuries Clinic based in The Centre @ Halton where I rehabilitate patients using a combination of manual and exercise based therapy. I have lectured in a series of seminars on common sports and musculoskeletal injuries that will continue into 2016 and beyond.
Working across multiple sports within physiotherapy and the fitness industry has given me the skills and experience to train and rehabilitate athletes who require mobility, stability and rotational power. I am Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) certified, allowing me to deliver the highest quality golf specific screening to my clients. I am therefore delighted that in April 2016 Fairway.Physio opened its doors within Lancaster Golf Performance Centre.
Outside of work, I met my wife Daphne in 2001 and have been married since 2011. We travelled Asia for a year on our honeymoon. We have two gorgeous little girls who keep us on our toes. I play golf as much as I can and like to keep fit by cycling and heading to the gym. As a family we love to walk and head into the Lakes as often as possible.
I look forward to meeting you in due course at the Golf club.
Daphne Barker
Hello, I am the voice that you are likely to hear when you make a booking by phone with fairway.physio. I am responsible for many of the admin duties and making the business run smoothly ‘behind the scenes’. I have a PhD in auditory neuroscience and work part-time as a post-doctoral research associate at The University of Manchester. I spend the rest of my days working as a presenter for Younique make-up and bringing up our two beautiful girls. In my spare time, I enjoy taking family trips to the lakes, running and baking. I look forward to taking your call.
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Reviews
“I have had a number of sessions with Rob and I’m really happy with wahat he has done for me. Very knowledgeable and professional in his apporoach. Would recommend him if you have any problems”.
Paul A.
“I went to Rob with a right shoulder problem that had been ongoing for about 2 to 3 months to the point it was not just affecting my golf it was also affecting my sleep. After three sessions Rob had it sorted. He fully explained the causes of the problem and the ongoing exercises required to maintain the fix. I particularly found useful the emailed video clips that showed how the exercises should be done correctly. I will have NO hesitation in going back to Rob should I have any further problem – He’s good”!
Eric T.
“Rob is extremely knowledgeable and understanding, the rehab exercises are made manageable to my needs which helps me progress at a realistic and steady rate”.
Helen T.
“Visited Rob today with a long standing Achilles tendon problem and got more information and suitable treatment than from either my doctor or consultant. Thanks Rob”.
Alan G
“At this, my first physio session, Rob undertook a very thorough and professional assessment of my leg problem. He took detailed notes of my problems and analysed my issues carefully with stretches and exercises. He also gave very helpful advice about exercises to undertake and provided a detailed analysis and prognosis. Thank you Rob”.
Susan L.
“Totally professional service with very clear instructions on how to proceed with exercises combined with a compassionate approach. Would highly recommend t anyone needing physio – in my case fractured humerus and very stiff shoulder after cycling accident”
Hazel N
Rob Barker MCSP
