Injury Prevention

The best injury is the one that’s avoided. The foundation of physical therapy is based on injury prevention. That’s why we make it a point to educate our patients and the public on ways to avoid re-injury.

We are big believers in movement health and know that staying active contributes to a sense of positive well-being. There is more evidence being published identifying a sedentary lifestyle as a key contributor to heart disease, diabetes, and other serious medical conditions. Don’t hesitate to reach out to one of Axes’ St. Louis-based physical therapists for more information about how we can help.

Yet, there are many individuals whose movement has been limited by an injury or fear of re-injury. Gradually, they find themselves doing less of the activities they enjoy, becoming more sedentary and reducing the time spent exercising.

As injury prevention specialists, we work with patients from all walks of life to develop strategies to reduce the risk of injury. We work with sports teams, employers and individuals to develop injury prevention programs targeted to keep people healthy, active and doing the things they enjoy most. Additionally, we strive to optimize wellness through individualized programs that improve strength, range of motion, endurance and coordination during functional activities.

Muscle Imbalance

Muscle Weakness
Muscle Inflexibility
Poor Muscle Recruitment
Coordination Deficits

Movement Dysfunction

Joint Mobility Restrictions
Muscle Imbalance
Coordination Deficits
Reduced Balance

Postural Dysfunction

Muscle Weakness
Muscle Imbalance
Poor Positioning
Joint Mobility Restrictions
Poor Muscle Recruitment

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