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Now Open: Axes Physical Therapy in High Ridge, MO Scheduling Patients Today! | Appointments Available Within 24–48 Hours | No Referral Required to Start Therapy Axes Physical Therapy is proud to announce the opening of our newest clinic in High Ridge, Missouri, bringing expert physical therapy, vestibular therapy, concussion management, sports rehabilitation, and post-surgical care...Read More

What to Expect During Hand Therapy at Axes Physical Therapy Whether you’ve been referred by a surgeon, are recovering from an injury, or dealing with pain and dysfunction in your arm or hand, starting hand therapy can come with a lot of questions — and sometimes, anxiety. At Axes Physical Therapy, we want to take...Read More

A Decade of Serving Greater St. Louis & Mid-Missouri As of May 2026, Axes Physical Therapy proudly celebrates an incredible milestone — our 10-year company anniversary. What began in the Southern St. Louis region has grown into a network of 24 clinics serving communities throughout Greater St. Louis and Mid-Missouri — and we’re still growing....Read More

Axes Gives Back: Supporting the Lupus Foundation of America, Heartland Region Standing with Individuals and Families Affected by Lupus Across the St. Louis Community At Axes Physical Therapy, caring for our community extends beyond the walls of our clinics. Through the Axes Physical Therapy Foundation, we are proud to support organizations making a meaningful difference...Read More

Why Does My Ankle Keep Rolling During Sports? If your ankle keeps “giving out” during practices, games, or workouts, you’re not alone. Every spring, we see an increase in ankle injuries across the Greater St. Louis area, Columbia, MO, and Southern Illinois. Sports like soccer, baseball, lacrosse, and track all involve quick cuts, uneven surfaces,...Read More

Now Open: Axes Physical Therapy is Now in Columbia, MO Now Scheduling Patients | Opening April 27, 2026Serving Columbia, MO and the greater Boone County area Axes Physical Therapy is officially now open in Columbia, Missouri, and we’re currently scheduling patients ahead of our April 27 opening date. This marks our second location in Boone...Read More

Why Does My Back or Shoulder Hurt After Golf? If you’re finishing a round of golf with back or shoulder pain, you’re not alone. Many golfers across the Greater St. Louis area and Southern Illinois deal with soreness or lingering pain after time on the course, especially during peak golf season. The golf swing is...Read More

Why Runners Start Feeling Pain This Time of Year As the weather warms up across St. Louis and surrounding areas, more people are getting back into running. It is also one of the most common times we see running-related injuries. Many runners push through pain like shin splints, knee discomfort, or tight hips. In many...Read More

Axes Gives Back: Supporting St. Louis First Responder Canteen Serving Those Who Serve Our Community Axes Physical Therapy is proud to be a locally owned and operated company serving the Greater St. Louis community across 23 locations. At our core, our mission is simple: help people move better, feel better, and get back to doing...Read More

Understanding Tennis Elbow, Even If You Don’t Play Tennis If you’re noticing pain on the outside of your elbow when you grip, lift, or twist your wrist, you’re not alone. This is one of the most common upper extremity issues we treat at Axes Physical Therapy. This time of year, we tend to see a...Read More