Bending Over Backwards
What does it take to bend over backwards and change the game—whether in medicine, business, or life? Dr. James Adkins has spent over 27 years doing just that, breaking barriers in spine care and beyond. Now, he’s pulling back the curtain to bring you bold, no-holds-barred conversations with visionaries, risk-takers, and trailblazers from all walks of life. From life-changing breakthroughs to unfiltered stories of success and struggle, this podcast will leave you stretched, inspired, and standing taller than ever. Get ready to discover how bending over backwards can change everything.
Bending Over Backwards
Ep. 16 - The Hockey Injury That Stole His Career (And How He Came Back) | Scotty Scheller
What happens when your entire identity is ripped away in an instant?
Scotty Scheller was on the fast track to a pro hockey career—until a brutal injury shattered his future overnight. What followed was years of unexplained pain, misdiagnosis, and a battle with depression that nearly cost him everything.
But Scottie didn’t just survive—he rebuilt his life from scratch.
- In this episode, we talk about:The injury that changed everything—and how he found purpose in the aftermath
- The dark side of misdiagnosis & why doctors kept failing him
- How hitting rock bottom led him to faith, personal growth, and a new path
- The surprising secret to resilience when everything feels lost
- Why success isn’t about having a plan—but adapting when life forces a new one
If you've ever felt lost, like you're starting over with nothing—this conversation is for you.
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