Doctor of Physical Therapy
Dr. Michael Masi, DPT, CSCS, CISSN, is a physical therapist specializing in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation for powerlifters and strength athletes, with combined training in strength and conditioning and sports nutrition.
Dr. Michael Masi holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree from Nova Southeastern University and a bachelor's degree in Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions from the University of Central Florida. He completed an Orthopedic Physical Therapy Residency at Carolinas HealthCare System, where he later served as core faculty for both the Sports Residency and Orthopedic Residency programs. Masi holds the Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) credential from the National Strength and Conditioning Association and the ISSN Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN) credential from the International Society of Sports Nutrition. His clinical practice, Masi Fitness, focuses on rehabilitating injured powerlifters and strength-sport athletes and developing training programs that support safe, long-term progression. This combined background in orthopedic physical therapy, strength and conditioning, and sports nutrition informs his review of strength-sport training and injury-recovery content.
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