Andrew Archibald, MSc.PT, MSc, BSc.
- Advanced Manual and Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy
- Vestibular/Concussion Rehabilitation
- Trained in Dry Needling- Acupuncture Canada
- Trained in Therapeutic Taping
- Sports Physiotherapy and Exercise Prescription
Andrew is an exceptionally skilled and caring physiotherapist with a focus on providing his patients with the knowledge and skills needed to achieve their goals. He graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Science in Physiology (2012) and a Masters of Science in Experimental Medicine (2015). He then went on to receive a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy from Dalhousie University (2018), where he graduated at the top of his class. During his time at Dalhousie, he had the opportunity to practice at the Institute of Neurological Science in Scotland.
Andrew believes in lifelong learning and continues to expand his knowledge and skills through post graduate courses and self-directed learning. He has a passion for vestibular/concussion therapy, treating everything from neck pain and headaches to feelings of unsteadiness or dizziness including vertigo, disequilibrium, or faintness. He has also taken courses in dry needling, neuro-proprioceptive taping, and advanced manual therapy techniques. He is currently completing his final course towards a Diploma of Advanced Integrated Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy through the Orthopaedic Division of the Canadian Physiotherapy Association completion. Upon his completion he will be a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT) (November 2024 expected).
Running, sprinting and jumping is a passion of Andrew’s and he was formerly a nationally competing sprinter/long jumper who competed at the Canada Games for Nova Scotia. He also has experience treating a wide variety of athletes including novice and competitive long-distance runners. Andrew no longer competes, but he continues to have a passion for fitness and in his free time enjoys long distance running and strength training.