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EMPOWERING GLOBAL MEDICAL RELIEF THROUGH HOPE AND ACTION Axes is a small, locally owned and operated physical therapy company serving our communities in the Greater St. Louis Missouri and Illinois area. We’re fortunate to be able to offer our services at 18 (soon to be 19) locations, with the mission to help as many people...Read More

Axes Physical Therapy is pleased to announce our 19th full-service physical therapy clinic in St. Louis City – opening for patient care on September 25, 2023. Axes is proud to announce the opening of its newest, state-of-the-art facility at 812 S Theresa Ave Retail 1, St. Louis, MO 63103. Located in the heart of Midtown...Read More

This August, we are thrilled to shine our employee spotlight on Kaila Mikesch, PT, DPT, CMPT, who has been an invaluable member of the Axes family for an impressive 5 years. Kaila’s journey at Axes has been nothing short of remarkable, culminating in her recent promotion to Clinic Director of our esteemed Axes location in...Read More

As we prepare for a fresh school year (can you believe it’s ’23-’24 already?), one topic is on the forefront of every proactive parent’s mind: Backpack Safety. We often overlook it, but the way our children carry their educational essentials can have a profound effect on their physical health. Allow me to unpack (pun intended!)...Read More

EARN MONEY FOR YOUR PEDAL THE CAUSE ACCOUNT! The Power Up Challenge is a scavenger hunt-type event sponsored by the Axes Physical Therapy Foundation. Power Up has marked a 36 mile course that starts at Big Shark West / Power Up Cycling and goes through Chesterfield and Wildwood covering much of the Pedal the Cause...Read More

Studies reveal a notable increase in conditions like heat-related illness, electrolyte imbalances, and dehydration during these extreme summer months, mainly because people may not fully comprehend the life-threatening risks associated with prolonged exposure to high temperatures.  Safeguarding your well-being involves careful consideration of various factors, including the rise in temperature experienced during the hot and...Read More

In our new monthly employee spotlight, we will be highlighting various staff members in different departments to express our gratitude for their hard work and contributions to our team! It truly takes a village. In July ’23 and our flagship edition, we have the pleasure of introducing you to Antoinette Ghoston, the brilliant and compassionate...Read More

Equipping every child in Missouri with the tools for learning by 2032. Axes is a small, locally owned and operated physical therapy company serving our communities in the Greater St. Louis area. We’re fortunate to be able to offer our services at 18 locations, with the mission to help as many people as possible. Our...Read More

It’s sweet summertime – one of my favorite times of the year. As we gear up to celebrate Independence Day, it’s important to prioritize safety and ensure a memorable and accident-free experience. At Axes Physical Therapy, we care about your well-being and want to remind you of some essential safety tips to make your celebration...Read More

In honor of Hand Therapy Awareness Week 2023, we are sharing one of our #ThrowbackThursday stories. Summer 2019, Axes Certified Hand Therapist, Julie Freiner, traveled to Honduras with a St. Louis based surgeon to offer her rehabilitation expertise to underprivileged locals in the area post surgery.  A medical missionary….. what do think of when you...Read More