Student Athlete Avoids Shoulder Surgery with Physical Therapy

Each month, Iron Physical Therapy highlights a special patient to tell their inspiring story. We want to honor the people who go all in - body, mind and spirit. They show us what’s possible - that you can move on from a setback to do amazing things...to challenge your body, to chase your dreams, to address pain in a healthy way to #getbetterbebetter. Read Dominic’s story below and then click here to read more inspiring patient stories.

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Meet Dominic, a multi-sport baller from James Caldwell High School whose swag and sense of humor lights up the clinic. When he came to Iron PT with shoulder pain and hopes of avoiding surgery, I knew this young man would give his very best effort. His attitude and dedication exceeded my expectations! He never complained once about being off the field or court..he simply put his head down and did the work. I’m jacked to see this athlete back in action without surgery!

-Dr. Geno Mayes, DPT

In Dominic’s Own Words…

1) List Three Words to Describe You:

Happy, determined and mentally tough

2)  What Brought You Into Physical Therapy?

I was injured in football and baseball with two shoulder labrum tears and needed to come back as soon as possible.

3) How would you describe physical therapy?

A fun and positive way of getting healthy with nice genuine people who care for you.

4)  What exercise or technique helped you most?

The overhead hold definitely challenged and helped me the most.

5)  What would you say to someone who is living in pain and putting off physical therapy?

Definitely consider physical therapy, it’s a great way to get back to yourself as fast as possible.

6) What are you excited to get back to after physical therapy?

My sports!

6) What did you enjoy most about the physical therapy experience?

Meeting the DPTs, they are great people with great mindsets