Mitch Hauschildt, ATC, CSCS: Missouri State Athletics

In this episode of Treatment Room Secrets, host Dani Marks talks with Dr. Mitch Hauschildt, Prevention, Rehabilitation, and Physical Performance Coordinator at Missouri State University. Mitch oversees the health and recovery of more than five hundred Division I athletes — and brings nearly two decades of experience helping teams reduce injuries and enhance performance.This in-depth conversation dives into the realities of injury prevention and rehabilitation in college athletics, exploring how strength training, biomechanics, and data analytics intersect to keep athletes on the field. Mitch shares his perspective on ACL injury prevention, the impact of the NCAA transfer portal, and why long-term athletic development is under threat.Whether you’re a manual therapist, athletic trainer, strength coach, or sports medicine professional, you’ll take away practical strategies for bridging the gap between rehab and performance — and understanding how elite programs are using technology, teamwork, and smart data to stay ahead.