Wamiq Rizwan, PT, DPT
Doctor of Physical Therapy – Houston
Meet Dr. Wamiq Rizwan
Dr. Wamiq Rizwan is a dedicated Doctor of Physical Therapy committed to helping patients regain strength, restore mobility, and return to the activities they enjoy through personalized, evidence-based rehabilitation. He believes successful physical therapy begins with understanding each patient’s goals and developing individualized treatment plans that promote lasting recovery, improved function, and long-term wellness.
With experience treating orthopedic, neurologic, post-surgical, and sports-related conditions, Dr. Rizwan provides compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals of all ages and activity levels.
Education & Advanced Training
Dr. Rizwan earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania. He also holds an Honors Bachelor of Arts in Kinesiology and Health Sciences, with a minor in Psychology, from York University in Ontario, Canada.
His education emphasized orthopedic rehabilitation, neurologic rehabilitation, biomechanics, therapeutic exercise, movement science, and evidence-based physical therapy.
Clinical Expertise
Dr. Rizwan has completed diverse clinical rotations across the United States in outpatient orthopedic, neurologic, and skilled nursing rehabilitation settings.
His clinical expertise includes:
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Neurologic rehabilitation
- Sports injury rehabilitation
- Post-operative rehabilitation
- Balance and fall prevention
- Functional movement assessment
- Therapeutic exercise
- Neuromuscular re-education
- Manual therapy
- Geriatric rehabilitation
- Injury prevention and patient education
He has successfully treated patients recovering from amputations, neurological disorders, orthopedic injuries, post-surgical conditions, and balance impairments while helping them regain independence and confidence.
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Rizwan believes rehabilitation is about more than recovering from injury—it is about restoring confidence, improving movement, and helping patients achieve their highest level of function.
His evidence-based approach integrates therapeutic exercise, manual therapy, neuromuscular re-education, balance training, and patient education to create individualized treatment plans that promote long-term success.
Athletic Background
As a former collegiate basketball player and football athlete during physical therapy school, Dr. Rizwan understands firsthand the demands of athletics and injury recovery. He has a special interest in helping young athletes prevent injuries, recover safely, improve performance, and confidently return to competition.
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish (Conversational)
- Urdu (Conversational)
- Punjabi (Conversational)
Outside the Office
Originally from Canada, Dr. Rizwan enjoys fitness, sports, and continuing professional education. He is passionate about helping patients of all ages live healthier, stronger lives through movement and rehabilitation.
Practice Affiliation
Dr. Wamiq Rizwan is an affiliated member of the Houston Spine & Rehabilitation Centers clinical team and works collaboratively with our multidisciplinary providers to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered rehabilitation services.
Now Accepting New Patients
Dr. Wamiq Rizwan welcomes new patients at Houston Spine & Rehabilitation Centers in both Houston Midtown. Whether you are recovering from surgery, rehabilitating after an injury, managing a neurological condition, or working to improve strength, mobility, and athletic performance, he is committed to helping you achieve your rehabilitation goals.
Houston Spine & Rehabilitation Centers
Serving Patients At
- Houston Midtown
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Houston: 346-536-9405
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