A routine trip to buy a Digiorno pizza turned into a life-altering moment that would eventually transform the landscape of physical therapy in Atlanta. LaQuan Taylor, owner of NeuroFit 360 Atlanta, survived being shot 15 times during a carjacking – an incident that would not only test his will to survive but also reveal a critical gap in rehabilitation services that he would later fill as an entrepreneur.

Ten years ago, when Taylor handed over his car keys to an armed robber, he couldn’t have known what would follow. “The guy says to another guy he’s with, ‘Blast that fool,’” Taylor recalls. He was shot once, then four more times as he tried to run. One bullet hit his vertebrae, shattering bone spurs into his spinal cord. The incident left him in the hospital for a year.

During his recovery journey, Taylor discovered something crucial: the kind of intense physical therapy that helped him transition from a wheelchair to walking with crutches wasn’t readily available in many places. This revelation sparked an entrepreneurial vision that would eventually become NeuroFit 360 Atlanta, a specialized rehabilitation center focused on intensive physical therapy.

“We believe everyone should have the opportunity to walk again or stand again, and in any way we can provide that, we do,” Taylor explains. Unlike traditional physical therapy centers, NeuroFit 360 operates on a cash-only basis, allowing them to focus on delivering intensive, personalized care without the constraints of insurance requirements. This model enables them to provide the kind of thorough, sustained treatment that Taylor credits with his own recovery.

The results speak for themselves. Taylor shares the story of a recent patient who arrived with no lower body function: “The other day I walked past him, and I’m like, ‘Hey, how are you doing today?’ And he’s actively moving his legs and exercising without any assistance.” These moments of progress, though common at NeuroFit 360, still leave Taylor in awe.

To maintain consistent quality care as the business grows, Taylor implements weekly training sessions for his staff. “There are two things that I require of all my staff,” he explains. “I want the business to be a place where I would like to work myself, so the atmosphere has to be free and inviting, and the service provided has to be consistent across the board.”

Taylor’s impact extends beyond his business operations. His bestselling book, “Bent But Not Broken,” has become an unexpected source of inspiration for his clients. “They are able to read my book and see, hey, if he can do it, I can do it as well,” he says. The book, initially written as a personal goal, has evolved into a powerful tool for building credibility in the healthcare sector and offering hope to patients facing similar challenges.

Looking ahead, Taylor’s vision extends far beyond Atlanta. He’s already in talks to open a facility in Dubai and plans to establish more rehabilitation centers across the United States. For a man who once gave his last $20 to help others, this expansion represents more than business growth – it’s a continuation of his lifelong commitment to serving others.

Through NeuroFit 360 Atlanta, Taylor has transformed his near-death experience into a mission to revolutionize rehabilitation therapy, proving that sometimes life’s most devastating moments can lead to the most meaningful transformations. As he continues to expand his impact globally, his story serves as a powerful reminder that determination, coupled with a desire to help others, can turn personal tragedy into triumph.

To learn more about NeuroFit 360 Atlanta, visit neurofit360atl.com.