ProEx, a physical therapist owned private practice specializing in orthopedics, spine and sports medicine announces that Phil Mastro of Norwood, Massachusetts has joined the firm as a full-time Athletic Trainer, working at Arlington Catholic High School.

As an athletic trainer Mastro is a “first responder” when sports-related injuries occur. As such, he recognizes, evaluates and assesses injuries, providing immediate care when necessary.

Mastro also performs Exercise Technician duties in ProEx’s Arlington location; in this role, under the supervision of staff members, he motivates, safeguards and assists patients with their therapeutic exercise programs.

Mastro is a Certified Athletic Trainer, a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, a Certified Exercises Specialist and a Performance Enhancement Specialist; he received a Bachelor of Science degree from Bridgewater State University.

Prior to joining ProEx Mastro was a Minor League Athletic Trainer with the Pittsburgh Pirates; previously he was an Athletic Trainer with the Oakland Athletics and interned as an Athletic Trainer with the Boston Red Sox. In 2014, he was honored as Professional Baseball Athletic Society Athletic Trainer of the Year.

Mastro, who is fluent in Spanish and Greek, has volunteered with the Pro-Am Golf Tournament, an event that benefits the Francis Ouimet Fund.

Originally from Needham, Massachusetts Mastro now lives in Norwood where in his spare time he enjoys golfing, coaching and wrestling.

“Phil is a great addition to the ProEx team,” said Allison Stringer, Regional Clinical Director at ProEx. “His dedication to clients and the industry exemplifies our people focused organization.”

About ProEx Physical Therapy

ProEx Physical Therapy was established in 2001 and has locations in Woburn, Springfield, Boston, Haverhill, Middleton, Amesbury, Salem, Beverly and North Andover, and Arlington MA; ProEx has locations in Stratham, Somersworth and Epping, NH; and Farmington, CT. The company maintains corporate offices in Portsmouth, NH. The staff of sports medicine and orthopedic physical therapists treats patients of all ages from children to high-level athletes to geriatric patients. ProEx Physical Therapy is also the official Athletic Trainers to various sports organizations throughout New England. For additional information, please call 877-776-9843 or visit www.PROexPT.com