Trouble Gripping or Pinching? It Might Be Basal Joint Pain By Jeff Cowdry, OTR/L, CHT – Axes in Ballwin, MO If you’ve been dealing with nagging pain at the base of your thumb—especially when gripping, pinching, or opening jars—you’re not alone. This type of pain, often caused by basal joint...Read More

Elbow Pain Holding You Back? Here’s What to Know (and What to Do) By Camri Pratt, MOTR/L – Axes in South County (Mehlville, MO) Elbow pain can be surprisingly disruptive — whether you’re on the court playing tennis or pickleball, lifting weights at the gym, or simply doing your job....Read More

Back in the Game: Student-Athlete Injury Prevention in St. Louis How parents, coaches, and athletes can work together to reduce injury risk and build healthy habits that last all season. By Sarah Schroeder, MOTR/L, CHT – Axes in Glen Carbon, IL As a new school year begins, student-athletes across the...Read More

The Back-to-School Item Most Likely to Cause Pain? Their Backpack As parents, we spend August hunting down school supplies, new clothes, and the perfect lunch box—but rarely do we think about the one item our kids carry every single day that could actually hurt them: their backpack. Heavy or poorly fitted...Read More

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