Dr. Austin Shelnutt, DPT, ATC is the founder of Athletic Edge Performance, where he helps active adults, athletes, and lifters get out of pain and back to doing what they love—without wasting time on cookie-cutter rehab or being told to “just rest.”

He offers both in-person and virtual consults to provide high-level care no matter where you are—so you can train hard, move well, and stay in the game.

With a doctorate in Physical Therapy from Augusta University and a bachelor’s in Athletic Training from the University of Alabama, Dr. Austin blends clinical precision with real-world experience in strength training, biomechanics, and performance rehab. He’s certified in dry needling, spinal manipulation, and vestibular rehab, and specializes in solving chronic injuries and optimizing movement patterns—from barbell lifts to endurance sports.

Whether you’re stuck with a nagging shoulder, recurring back pain, or just want to train smarter, Dr. Austin’s mission is to help you move pain-free with a plan that actually works.

When he’s not working with clients, he’s probably getting a lift in, watching Alabama football, or chasing his three little girls around with his wife.

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