ApexNetwork Physical Therapy

11/03/2025

Monday Motivation: Huge shoutout to all of you in the areas that just went through the time change. We know it can feel like your internal clock is confused for a bit. Choose one healthy habit today to reset your rhythm. You’ve got this.

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween from our ApexNetwork team! 🎃

We had a spooktacular time celebrating together. Wishing everyone a safe and fun night filled with candy, costumes, and community spirit! 👻🧡

10/13/2025

Growth happens below the surface. On days you don’t see it, trust that your consistency is working.

09/26/2025

🙌 Every second, one adult over the age of 65 falls in the U.S. — but it doesn’t have to be this way.

Physical therapy can help you:
✔️ Improve balance and mobility
✔️ Reduce your risk of falling
✔️ Maintain independence longer

Falls are preventable. Let’s make every step a safe one. Reach out today to learn how we can help.

09/24/2025

✅ The good news: falls can be prevented.

Research from the National Institute on Aging shows that patient-specific exercise programs significantly reduce fall risk. Just a few minutes each day makes a difference.

Try:
Heel-to-toe walking
Sit-to-stand from a chair
Standing balance holds

Physical therapy offers proven, cost-effective strategies to keep older adults strong, steady, and independent.

09/23/2025

💰 Falls don’t just affect health — they come with a high price tag.

$50 billion in medical costs (2015)
$101 billion projected by 2030
$30,000 average hospital stay per fall injury
$81,300 average lifetime cost per patient

Fall prevention saves lives and resources. Investing in safety and prevention today protects health and reduces costs tomorrow.

09/22/2025

⚠️ Falls are the leading cause of injury-related deaths among adults 65 and older.

Every year in the U.S.:
36 million older adults experience a fall
3 million visit the ER for fall-related injuries
32,000 lives are lost due to accidental falls

Falls aren’t just common; they’re preventable. This Fall Prevention Week, we’re raising awareness to help you and your loved ones stay strong, steady, and safe.

09/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember.

On September 11, 2001, our nation changed forever. We honor the lives lost, the heroes who answered the call, and the families who continue to carry their memory forward.

May we never forget the courage, sacrifice, and unity shown on that day.

🕯️ In remembrance of 9/11.

09/01/2025

Today we honor the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers everywhere. Wishing you a safe, healthy, and happy Labor Day!

08/21/2025

💧 Stay moving and stay hydrated! Even small amounts of daily activity combined with proper hydration can improve your energy, reduce stiffness, and keep your body feeling its best.

What is your go-to way to stay active during the week?

08/19/2025

💡 Did you know? Physical therapy can help reduce pain and improve mobility without the need for surgery or long-term medication. Whether it is recovering from an injury, improving balance, or building strength, PT is here to help you move better.

Comment below: What is one activity you would love to get back to pain free?

08/06/2025

We were proud to sponsor and attend the Tunnel to Towers Holes Fore Heroes Golf Classic, a powerful event that supports the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and its mission to honor our nation’s heroes. 🇺🇸

From a great day on the course to a cause that truly matters, we’re grateful to be part of it.

07/15/2025

Join Us to Celebrate Cardinals Championships — Support Military Heroes⚾

ApexNetwork Physical Therapy is proud to sponsor LaRussa’s Rescue Champions & the PenFed Foundation's event honoring our military heroes while celebrating the Cardinals' Championships! ❤️💙

It’s not just a night of baseball memories; it’s a night that gives back to those who’ve served.

📣 Time is running out! Grab your last-minute tickets today and be part of something unforgettable.

🎯 Celebrate. Support. Show up.
🎟️ https://www.stifeltheatre.com/events/detail/celebrate-cardinals-championship
📍 July 16, 2025 - Stifel Theatre, 1400 Market St., St. Louis, MO

07/03/2025

The St. Louis Gaelic Athletic Club took part in an incredible invitational tournament hosted by Indianapolis GAA, featuring hurling, camogie, and Gaelic football. Despite some rainy weather, every match was played, and the energy was unmatched!

We're proud to support STLGAC as their Travel Jersey Sponsor and to stand behind such a passionate group of athletes. Huge thanks to Indianapolis GAA, TCRE, and everyone who helped make this event a success. 💜🏑🏐

07/01/2025

Proud to support at Far Oaks Golf Club in celebration of McKendree University Alumni Association Athletics! 💜⛳️

We were excited to sponsor a part of this great event alongside alumni, boosters, families, and fans, all showing up to support the Bearcats. Thanks to everyone who made it a fantastic day on the course! 🐾

06/16/2025

⚾️ An Unforgettable Night for a Greater Good! ⚾️

Join us for an exclusive After Hours Cardinals Event featuring legendary players from the 2000 to 2011 championship seasons! Relive the highs, the heartbreaks, and the behind-the-scenes moments with stories straight from the clubhouse.

📍 Wednesday, July 16 | 6:45 PM
Stifel Theatre, 1400 Market Street, St. Louis, MO
🎟️ Visit stifeltheatre.com or call 314-499-7600

🎤 Hosted by Joe Buck
🏆 Special Guests Include: Rick Ankiel, Will Clark, David Eckstein, Jim Edmonds, David Freese, Al Hrabosky, Jason Isringhausen, Mike Matheny, Matt Morris, Reggie Sanders, Woody Williams — and more!

🐾 This night supports incredible missions:
• La Russa’s Rescue Champions & PenFed Foundation
• All Secure Foundation
• Cardinals Care
• Plus, local no-kill rescue groups are making a difference every day

🎗️ Featuring moving tributes to:
• Darryl Kile
• Jack Buck
• Walt Jocketty
• Tom Satterly, Delta Force veteran and warrior advocate

🎭 Laughs provided by comedian Tom Cotter

Let’s celebrate the heart of Cardinals baseball and the heart behind the mission. ❤️🐶

07/19/2024

🎉🏀 Exciting News! 🏀🎉

ApexNetwork Physical Therapy is proud to be the title sponsor for the 2025 Highland Optimist Shootout Basketball Tournament! Join us on January 4th, 2025, for an incredible day of basketball action and community spirit.

We’re thrilled to support young athletes and foster a love for the game. Mark your calendars and get ready to cheer on the teams as they showcase their talent and sportsmanship.

See you there! 🙌👍🏻

02/09/2024

We would like to thank everyone who attended our Lower Extremity Workplace Injury Lunch & Learn with Dr. Buck Smith and Signature Orthopedics.

If you would like to attend our next lunch and learn or want to know more about work comp service offered, please reach out to Amy Loyet at aloyet@apexnetworkpt.com

Signature Orthopedics St. Louis

09/29/2023

Back with another blog, as promised, as we lead up to the big event! The Belleville Main Street Marathon ‼️ You will learn all about race day nutrition and hydration strategies! 💪🏔️

https://apexnetworkpt.com/marathon-race-day-nutrition-and-hydration-strategies/

Toolen's Running Start Belleville Running Club Belleville Parks and Recreation

When there is 1 week to go until race day, it is important to make sure you have your hydration and fuel strategy thought out. Fuel is key to a successful marathon experience, as we want to make sure we are adequately hydrated and can sustain running the 13.1 or 26.2 distance with enough calories, [...

09/06/2023

Back with another blog, as promised, as we lead up to the big event! The Belleville Main Street Marathon ‼️ In this entry, you will learn all about injuries related to training, errors to avoid within your training, and how your local ApexNetwork Physical Therapy team could be of service! 💪🏔️

https://apexnetworkpt.com/marathon-return-to-running/

Toolen's Running Start Belleville Running Club Belleville Parks and Recreation

At this point in your full/ half marathon training, you may be experiencing some aches and pains. Often 3-4 weeks out from race day is when you will hit peak milage and unfortunately balancing training load and recovery becomes difficult, which may lead to a musculoskeletal related injury. An injury...

08/11/2023

We are back just in time for weekend training with the second part of our marathon strength training blog series ‼️ In this insert, we go over additional strength and resistance exercises that will assist in injury prevention and help shave time off the duration of your run. ⏰💪

https://apexnetworkpt.com/marathon-strength-training-for-stability-part-two/

Belleville Main Street Marathon Belleville Running Club Toolen's Running Start

An important aspect of strength and resistance training is progressively increasing load, intensity, or duration in order to increase strength, hypertrophy and adapt to demands. If you have been doing resistance-based exercises for several weeks now (see Part 1) and are noticing improvement in your....

07/18/2023

This week's Belleville Main Street Marathon blog post is one of a two-part series that covers the benefits of strength training and stability exercises leading up to participation in a marathon 🎽👟🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🏁

These exercises can cut time off your race and ensure that longer durations are safely achievable ‼️

https://apexnetworkpt.com/marathon-strength-training-for-stability/


Belleville Parks and Recreation Belleville Running Club Toolen's Running Start

In order to stay healthy and keep your body strong and able to sustain the workload of marathon training it is a good idea to add some strength training into your weekly routine. If you are not currently doing strength or resistance training now is a critical time to start and make sure you are […...

06/23/2023

Team Apex had a great time at the Greater St. Louis Claims Association golf scramble on the beautiful The Falls Golf Club course! 💪🏔️⛳

Keep our 40+ locations throughout IL and MO in mind for all of your workers' compensation needs! https://apexnetworkpt.com/treatments/industrial-rehab/

06/22/2023

💪🏔️We are back with our fourth blog of information regarding all things marathon-related‼️ This blog, written by Angela Dirnbeck PT, DPT, CMPT, goes into the physiology behind training regimens that are essential to ensuring the safe build-up of strength and endurance before participation in a full or half marathon. 🏔️💪

https://apexnetworkpt.com/marathon-training-physiology/

Belleville Main Street Marathon Belleville Running Club Belleville Parks and Recreation Toolen's Running Start

If you look at the weeks and months ahead in your selected marathon or half marathon training plan, you will see weekly mileage totals and distance runs become greater and longer. It can be intimidating to look at the mileage and increased workload. Maybe you think to yourself, “How will I ever be...