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Shane Michael McClinton, PT, DPT, PhD

20 years or more / Doctor of Physical Therapy

Clinical Specialties:
Orthopedic Specialist
Areas of Focus:
Back Pain
Foot And Ankle
Manual Therapy
Orthopaedics
Sports Physical Therapy

Practice Description: Two clinic locations with 7 physical therapists, 1 physical therapist assistant, and 1 athletic trainer. Clinic specialties include: Running and cycling, pelvic health, chronic pain, sports performance and rehabilitation, and general orthopaedic rehabilitation.

Member: American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy Academy of Orthopaedic Physical Therapy

1 Practice Location

Des Moines University Physical Therapy Clinic

https://www.dmu.edu/clinic/recplex/
6500 Grand Avenue, Suite 110, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Appointment Hours: Monday - Friday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.


About

Shane Michael McClinton, PT, DPT, PhD

Dr. Shane McClinton is a physical therapist and associate professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at Des Moines University (DMU). His clinical emphasis is on the management of orthopedic and sports-related conditions in addition to persistent pain problems using, exercise, manual therapy, dry needling, and movement retraining. He is the Governance Services Team Leader for the American Academy of Sports Physical Therapy and an Associate Editor of the Journal of Orthopaedic and Sports Physical Therapy Cases. His current research is focused on analyzing characteristics of individuals with musculoskeletal disorders and the outcomes of physical therapy interventions. He has multiple publications on management of lower limb conditions.

Professional Education

Dr. McClinton earned a Master of Science degree in physical therapy at DMU in 2001 and his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree in 2007. He completed a fellowship in orthopedic manual physical therapy at Regis University in 2009 and a Ph.D. in Orthopedi

Board Certifications

Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy
Since May 17, 2009, valid through Jun 29, 2029
Certificate Number: 18053

Other Certifications

Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists