Dr. Trent Nessler, Owner and Founder, The Athlete Lab (LaserLife Insights, Episode 3)
On this episode of Laser Life Insights, host Pete Cousins welcomed Dr. Trent Nessler, a physical therapist for over 25 years, who discussed his journey in healthcare, nutrition, recovery in treating patients and increasing their rate of healing, and the importance of Class IV laser therapy in his practice. Dr. Nessler shared his personal experience of dealing with injuries and emphasized the relevance of a holistic approach in healthcare, including aspects like gut health and preventing inflammatory responses.
LaserLife Insights is underwritten by Summus Medical Laser and is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.
Dr. Trent Nessler, Owner and Founder, The Athlete Lab
Dr. Nessler is the owner and founder of The Athlete Lab and the co-founder and co-developer of the ViMove+ AMI™ and the Combat Athlete Science Institute. Dr. Nessler is a published researcher and author of How To Build a Badass Firefighter. Trent holds a bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology, a master’s in physical therapy, and a doctorate with a focus in biomechanics and motor learning. Dr. Nessler has been a sports medicine physical therapist for 25+ years, working with high school, collegiate, professional, and Olympic athletes. He is also the co-developer of a 3D movement capture system (ViMove+AMI™) that is used to assess 90,000+ athletes across 5 countries. The ViMove+ AMI is the largest objective movement database in the world and is considered one of the best tests for determining safer return-to-sport testing for athletes.
Dr. Nessler is an internationally known clinician and speaks nationally and internationally on the topic of ACLs, human movement assessment, and injury prevention. Dr. Nessler owns and practices out of The Athlete Lab. The Athlete Lab is a cash-based sports rehabilitation and recovery facility specializing in ACL rehab, ACL return-to-sport testing, MMA/BJJ, and mature athletes. The Athlete Lab utilizes a scientific holistic approach to an athlete’s rehabilitation and recovery, including nutrition, advanced recovery systems and therapies, and sleep. The Combat Athlete Science Institute and the Athlete Lab serve as functioning research organizations to help drive research and aid in advancing our knowledge and holistic approaches to rehabilitation and injury prevention in combat athletes. Dr. Nessler also serves as team PT for the TBJJA Competition Team and is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt under Professor Ray Casias.
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About LaserLife Insights and Your Host, Pete Cousins
LaserLife Insights highlights the stories, strategies, and best practices from some of the most successful providers and practice owners in physical therapy, chiropractic, dental, vet, sports medicine, pain management, and more. Guided by host Pete Cousins, the show explores the world of Class IV Laser Therapy, uncovering facts about the science behind the technology, exploring success stories, and learning from experts who have witnessed the transformative effects of laser therapy firsthand.
LaserLife Insights is underwritten by Summus Medical Laser and is broadcast from the North Fulton studio of Business RadioX® inside Renasant Bank in Alpharetta.
The host of LaserLife Insights, Pete Cousins, grew up as an avid sports fan and knew early on that he wanted to be focused on health and wellness in some capacity. After completing his undergraduate degree in Exercise Physiology, Pete started a fitness training business, where he discovered his talent for coaching and influencing others. In 1999, he was recruited into medical sales, exceeded expectations, and quickly rose to leadership positions. He has spent the entirety of his career since then in B2B healthcare commercial leadership roles.
Over the years, Pete has held progressively larger leadership roles within industries ranging from aesthetics to dermatology, dental practice management software, and currently, chiropractic, PT, pain management, dentistry, and veterinary medicine at Summus, where he is currently CCO.
He holds certifications such as “Integrity Selling Facilitator,” Predictive Index Certified Facilitator, Continuous Improvement Leadership, Culture Index Profiling, AMA Advanced Sales Management, and Dimensions of Professional Selling.
With a focus on adding value to others, Pete aims to make every episode of LaserLife Insights worthwhile for all who listen!
About Summus Medical Laser
Summus Medical Laser is a U.S. pioneer in Class IV laser therapy with over 18 years of experience.
Summus Laser was established in 2018, although the Founder and CEO, Dr. Richard Albright, was a pioneer in the field of photobiomodulation in 2004 by becoming the 2nd company in the US to receive FDA clearance for this ground-breaking technology.
Their mission is simple: to improve lives through laser therapy.
Their growth comes from a relentless commitment to constantly improve their lasers, provide reliable stateside service, follow science in their product development, supply effective consumer marketing tools, and deliver world-class training. No matter which of their models best fits your practice, you can be assured that a Summus Medical Laser will improve your efficiency, broaden the therapy options you offer, and provide safe, rapid relief, resulting in satisfied and returning patients.
Franklin, Tennessee, Summus’ hometown, is a historic yet innovative place with solid values and a community of generous neighbors. No matter where you are in the world, you can count on those same values in the Summus team and the lasers they offer as you generously serve those who need your care.
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