Biography

Dr. Robin Masih is a highly skilled Consultant Physiotherapist at Healing Hospital, Chandigarh with 8+ years of comprehensive experience in orthopaedic and neurological physiotherapy. He brings exceptional expertise in manual therapy, post-surgical rehabilitation, and evidence-based physiotherapy interventions, with a special focus on post-Total Knee Replacement (TKR) care.

Dr. Masih completed his Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) from Khalsa College, Amritsar, Punjab—where he developed a strong foundation in human anatomy, biomechanics, therapeutic exercises, and rehabilitation sciences. He pursued advanced specialization completing his Post Graduate Diploma in Orthopaedic Manual Therapy (PG DOMT) from Malwanchal University, Indore, Madhya Pradesh, gaining specialized training in advanced manual therapy techniques, joint mobilization, manipulation, and hands-on treatment approaches.

He is a registered member of the Member of Indian Association of Physiotherapists (MIAP)—the national professional organization for physiotherapists in India—demonstrating his commitment to professional standards, continuing education, and ethical practice in physiotherapy.

Over the past 8 years, Dr. Masih has been actively treating various types of conditions in orthopaedics and neurology, gaining extensive clinical experience across diverse patient populations including post-surgical patients, sports injuries, chronic pain conditions, neurological disorders, and musculoskeletal dysfunctions. His hands-on approach and patient-centered care have helped numerous patients recover function, reduce pain, and return to their daily activities.

Dr. Masih specializes in comprehensive physiotherapy care including manual therapy (joint mobilization techniques, soft tissue mobilization, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, neural mobilization, spinal manipulation and mobilization, manual stretching techniques), post-TKR (Total Knee Replacement) rehabilitation (comprehensive post-operative care, range of motion restoration, strength training, gait training, functional rehabilitation, pain and swelling management, helping patients regain independence after knee replacement surgery), orthopaedic physiotherapy (post-fracture rehabilitation, post-surgical rehabilitation for all orthopaedic procedures, sports injuries including ACL/PCL injuries, meniscus tears, rotator cuff injuries, shoulder impingement, tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, ankle sprains, plantar fasciitis, chronic back pain, neck pain, frozen shoulder, osteoarthritis management, scoliosis management), and neurological physiotherapy (stroke rehabilitation, traumatic brain injury recovery, spinal cord injury rehabilitation, Parkinson’s disease management, multiple sclerosis therapy, peripheral neuropathy treatment, Bell’s palsy treatment, balance and coordination training, neurological gait training).

His expertise extends to sports physiotherapy (injury prevention, performance enhancement, sports-specific rehabilitation, return-to-sport protocols), geriatric physiotherapy (fall prevention, mobility enhancement, osteoporosis management, age-related musculoskeletal care), post-operative rehabilitation (post-hip replacement, post-shoulder surgery, post-spinal surgery, post-arthroscopic procedures), pain management (chronic pain syndromes, myofascial pain, neuropathic pain, mechanical pain), posture correction and ergonomic advice, therapeutic exercises and strengthening programs, and functional rehabilitation for activities of daily living.

Dr. Masih’s specialization in manual therapy enables him to provide hands-on treatment that addresses musculoskeletal dysfunctions at their source, restoring normal joint mechanics, reducing pain, and improving function through precise, evidence-based manual techniques. His advanced training in orthopaedic manual therapy distinguishes him as a specialist in this highly skilled area of physiotherapy.

His expertise in post-TKR rehabilitation is particularly noteworthy, as knee replacement patients require specialized care to achieve optimal outcomes. Dr. Masih provides comprehensive rehabilitation protocols that accelerate recovery, restore knee function, reduce complications, and help patients return to normal activities with improved mobility and reduced pain. His structured approach to post-TKR care has helped numerous patients achieve excellent functional outcomes after knee replacement surgery.

His experience in treating both orthopaedic and neurological conditions provides a holistic approach to patient care, addressing not just musculoskeletal issues but also neuromuscular dysfunction, balance disorders, and movement impairments that may have neurological origins.

Dr. Masih employs evidence-based physiotherapy techniques including therapeutic exercises, electrotherapy modalities (ultrasound, interferential therapy, TENS, laser therapy), heat and cold therapy, taping techniques (kinesiology taping, McConnell taping), dry needling when indicated, and patient education on self-management strategies, exercise programs, and injury prevention.

According to Dr. Masih, “Physiotherapy is about restoring function, reducing pain, and empowering patients to take control of their recovery through evidence-based treatment, therapeutic exercises, and patient education. Every patient deserves individualized care that addresses their specific needs and goals.” He is technically very sound and believes in ethical practice with evidence-based physiotherapy interventions. He makes sure that his patients are fully aware of their condition, treatment plan, expected outcomes, and home exercise programs, and goes the extra mile in providing hands-on care, motivating patients through their recovery journey, and ensuring optimal functional outcomes through comprehensive rehabilitation from acute injury to complete recovery.