Rob Tyer

Rob Tyer is a Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy at the University of Sunderland. With nine years of clinical experience in sports physiotherapy (Rugby League/Union, combat sports, strongman athletes), he previously held clinical leadership roles in Musculoskeletal (MSK) services and co-founded the North East Musculoskeletal Society to enhance regional CPD offerings.

• Current teaching responsibilities include modules on anatomy, physiology, exercise prescriptions, MSK practice, and service redesign.
• Research focuses on clinical reasoning, MSK rehabilitation, diagnostic imaging protocols, and service evaluation in musculoskeletal care.
• Key collaborations involve MSK societies and clinical education initiatives.