Summer Lifting Safety: How to Protect Your Back During Travel, Lake Trips, and Family Fun By Lauren Vaughn, PT, DPT, CMPT at Axes in Fenton, MO Summer in St. Louis means pool parties, lake weekends, family vacations, and long days outdoors. While these activities create lifelong memories, they also come...Read More

ACL Rehab: Getting the Right Treatment Is Crucial for Recovery and Performance By Jeremy Kertz, PT, DPT at Axes in Creve Coeur, MO on Emerson Rd. An ACL tear is one of the most feared injuries for any athlete—whether you’re a competitive player or a weekend warrior. But with the...Read More

Rotator Cuff Pain: When to See a Physical Therapist By Daria Klein, PT, DPT, CMPT at Axes in Fenton, MO If you’re asking yourself, “Why does my shoulder hurt when I lift my arm?” or “How do I know if I’ve injured my rotator cuff?” — you’re not alone. Shoulder...Read More

How Physical Therapists Can Help Manage Migraines and Vestibular Dysfunction By Jordan Verbanaz at Axes Physical Therapy in Wentzville, MO Blood Flow Restriction Therapy (BFRT) is gaining traction in both sports medicine and physical therapy as a cutting-edge, evidence-based approach to rehabilitation and performance. It allows patients to experience muscle...Read More

How Physical Therapists Can Help Manage Migraines and Vestibular Dysfunction By Erin Bauer, PT, DPT at Axes Physical Therapy in St. Peters, MO Millions of people struggle with migraines, a condition that goes far beyond a painful headache. For many, symptoms like dizziness, visual disturbances, light sensitivity, and vertigo are...Read More

Travel Smart: How to Stay Pain-Free During Long Car and Plane Rides By Emma Hanger at Axes Physical Therapy in Ballwin As spring turns to summer, many St. Louis-area families and individuals are planning road trips, flights, and extended vacations. Whether you’re heading to the lake, taking a cross-country road...Read More

Baseball season is back—and for high school and college players across the Greater St. Louis and Southern Illinois areas, that means long practices, competitive games, and lots of throwing. Unfortunately, it also means a higher risk of shoulder and elbow injuries, especially during two critical points in the year: preseason/early...Read More

If you’re like most people, stretching is one of those things you know you should do, but it’s easy to skip. Maybe it doesn’t feel like a workout, or maybe life just gets in the way. But here’s the truth: whether you’re recovering from an injury, chasing after your kids,...Read More

As the weather warms up, young athletes in the Greater St. Louis area eagerly return to the baseball and softball fields. While this is an exciting time, it’s crucial to be aware of common injuries that can affect young players, particularly those impacting the shoulder and elbow. Understanding these injuries,...Read More

As we recognize National Concussion Awareness Day on September 20, 2024, it’s important to remember that concussions are more than just a sports issue—they can happen to anyone at any time. With Miami Dolphins QB, Tua Tagovailoa, recently placed on Injured Reserve after suffering another concussion, the spotlight is back...Read More