Dr Mariya Tariq

Specialty: Women’s Health Physical Therapy
Department Affiliation: Shalamar School of Allied Health Sciences
Date of Joining: 28 December 2023

Professional Summary

I am a Senior Lecturer and Physical Therapist at the Shalamar School of Allied Health Sciences with academic, clinical, and research experience in physiotherapy. I hold a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a Master of Science in Women’s Health Physical Therapy from Riphah International University, along with a Diploma in Public Health from the Health Services Academy, Pakistan. My academic and professional background encompasses teaching, clinical practice, research supervision, and scholarly activities within higher education and healthcare settings.

My contributions to the field include teaching undergraduate physical therapy courses, supervising student research projects, and participating in academic and research initiatives. I have published research in peer-reviewed journals, particularly in the areas of women’s health and rehabilitation sciences. In addition to my academic responsibilities, I maintain active engagement in clinical practice to support the integration of evidence-based knowledge with professional education. I am also registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), United Kingdom, the CORU Registration Board, Ireland, and the Allied Health Professional Council, Pakistan.

Academic Profile

Professional Experience

Publications

Tanveer, H.M., Khan, I.U., Tariq, M., Kalsoom, S., Shahzadi, B., Kareem, S., et al. (2026). Prevalence of Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome in Tractor Drivers of Khewra Salt Mines. The Healer Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences, 6(3), 153–160.

Shakeel, E., Nazir, M.U., Fatima, I., Haseeb, M., Mehreen, Baig, M., Iqbal, F., Jamshad, M., Ahmad, B., Tariq, M., et al. (2025). Comparative Analysis of the Impact of Various Foot Arches on Dynamic Balance, Speed Performance and Jumping Ability among Short-Distance and Middle-Distance Runners. Insights – Journal of Health and Rehabilitation.

Tariq, M. (2025). Comparing the Effects of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Motor Learning Techniques in Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. Pakistan Journal of Medical & Health Sciences.

Naeem, S., Tariq, M., Aslam, J., Fatima, M., Butt, A., Gull, M., & Muneeb, H.N. (2025). Efficacy of Therapeutic Exercise Protocols on Hip Range of Motion and Pain in Pregnant Women with Occupational Piriformis Syndrome. Pakistan Journal of Medical and Health Sciences.

Tariq, M., & Komal, A. (2025). Comparative Effects of Kinesiotaping and Electrical Muscle Stimulation on Low Back Pain and Disability Associated with Diastasis Recti. Journal of Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences.

Tariq, M. (2021). Perception of Stress and Satisfaction among Students: Traditional to Online Classroom. Doctor of Physical Therapy Research Project, Riphah International University, Lahore.

Tariq, M., Komal, A. (2025). Comparative Effects of Kinesiotaping and Electrical Muscle Stimulation on Low Back Pain and Disability Associated with Diastasis Recti. Journal of Liaquat University of Medical and Health Sciences.

Awards & Certifications

• Dry Needling Certification (United Kingdom)
• Kinesiology Taping Certification (United Kingdom)
• Dynamic Cupping Therapy Certification (United Kingdom)
• PSCA Level 2 Elite Rehabilitation Certification
• Reviewer, Pelvic, Obstetric and Gynaecological Physiotherapy (POGP) Journal, United Kingdom

Professional Affiliations and Memberships

• Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), United Kingdom
• CORU Registration Board, Ireland
• Allied Health Professional Council, Pakistan
• ORCID Researcher