Movement Medicine

The Team

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Dr. Eric Nichols, PT, DPT, TPI-C, Cert DN

  • Distinguished career in sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Founder of specialized baseball and golf medicine programs
  • Extensive experience treating athletes from the MLB, PGA Tour, and LIV Tour
  • Certified in Dry Needling
  • Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Medical Level II Certified
  • Specializes in orthopedic injuries, injury prevention, and return-to-sport training
  • B.S. in Exercise and Health Science from Kennesaw State University
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) from the University of St. Augustine
  • Recognized for combining clinical expertise with a deep passion for athletic performance and recovery
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Dr. Trent Maddox

  •  Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology at Augusta University
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy at Augusta University
  • Played college baseball at Augusta University

 

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Lloyd Van Pamelen, PT, CSCS

  • Brings over 30 years of experience in sports medicine and orthopedic rehabilitation
  • Committed to restoring quality of life for patients across a wide range of orthopedic conditions
  • Extensive background in baseball medicine, including 11 years with the Atlanta Braves
  • First physical therapist ever hired by the Atlanta Braves
  • Experienced in treating athletes from Little League to future Hall of Famers
  • Regularly presents at both community and professional seminars
  • Currently serves Georgia Tech Baseball in addition to his role at Movement Medicine
  • Known for his passion in helping athletes return to the field and live pain-free lives
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Dr. Cal Lawanson, PT, DPT

  • Born and raised in London, England; relocated to Kansas City, Missouri
  • Attended the University of Missouri – Columbia, where he competed in Track and Soccer
  • B.S. in Athletic Training
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree 
  • Passionate about innovation and evidence-based rehabilitation for optimal outcomes
  • Presented research at multiple national conferences
  • Enjoys working with athletes of all ages on injury prevention and return-to-sport goals
  • Known for making rehab sessions both fun and productive
  • Outside of the clinic, enjoys soccer, outdoor adventures, travel, cooking, reading, and creative pursuits
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Dr. Kyle Shumeyko, PT, DPT

  • Atlanta native, raised in Suwanee, Georgia
  • B.S. in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of Georgia
  • Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) at Georgia State University
  • Recently finished a sports physical therapy residency and is preparing for the Sports Clinical Specialist (SCS) board exam in 2025
  • Certified in dry needling
  • Experienced in treating pediatric and adolescent sports injuries
  • Participated in research on upper extremity functional testing
  • Former baseball player and swimmer with a special interest in overhead athletes
  • Skilled in motion analysis for throwing athletes