Expert Low Back Pain Physical Therapy in Austin, TX

Dr. Kim brings a strong background in sports medicine, strength and conditioning, and athletic performance to the Athletes’ Edge team. Originally from Massachusetts, she earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Marist University in New York and has dedicated her career to helping athletes bridge the gap between rehab and performance.

Before becoming a physical therapist, Kim coached Division III swimming and diving and has since continued her work as a strength coach, training athletes and active individuals.

She is certified in Dry Needling, certified in Running Gait Analysis, and USA Weightlifting certified, with extensive experience working with baseball players, overhead athletes, and post-surgical return-to-sport rehab including ACL and shoulder reconstructions.

Outside the clinic, you can usually find Kim lifting, training for her next marathon, or in the middle of a very serious search for Austin’s best tacos and coffee.

Dr. Trax grew up playing competitive football, soccer and baseball but pursued pitching at Concordia University Texas where he achieved Pitcher of the Year, Regional Rookie of the year and was a 4x All American.

Trax studied in Kinesiology which allowed him to develop a passion for strength training, nutrition, and recovery/rehabilitation.

He then went on to obtain his doctorate from University of the Incarnate Word and pursued a career focused on active adults, sports performance, and post-surgical rehabilitation with an emphasis on Anterior Cruciate Ligament reconstruction (ACL). Trax is certified in Dry Needling and Running Gait Analysis. He is working toward his CSCS.

Trax focuses on building a plan of care that will get you back to the activities you love through use of manual therapy and progressive exercise prescription.

When he is not in the clinic, he enjoys strength training, hiking with his wife and daughter, and playing competitive softball with his brothers.

Dr. Emily grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she was a competitive cheerleader before moving to Texas to complete her undergraduate degree at Baylor University and her Doctorate of Physical Therapy at Texas State University.

Emily is passionate about treating pelvic floor dysfunctions and helping active individuals and athletes move past leaking, pelvic pain or pressure, and other pelvic floor issues so they can confidently return to running, lifting, jumping, and the activities they love. She enjoys digging deep into biomechanics and movement impairments to ensure symptoms are addressed from the ground up and resolved for the long term.

She is an ICE-Certified Pelvic Floor Specialist and is certified in Dry Needling and Running Gait Analysis, with additional mentorship in Postural Restoration.

Outside of the clinic, Emily maintains a balanced routine through strength training, yoga, HIIT cardio, and Pilates. In her downtime, she enjoys reading, cooking, and spending time outdoors with her husband and dog.

Fun fact: Emily is a twin.

Dr. Laurel grew up in Austin, Texas playing soccer competitively until she went on to play at the collegiate level at the University of Texas at Tyler.

While studying kinesiology at UT Tyler, she developed a passion for sports, health, and fitness. After graduating with her B.S. in kinesiology, she went to physical therapy school at Texas State University.

After receiving her Doctorate in Physical Therapy, she specialized in manual therapy and now works primarily in sports and orthopedics.

Laurel is a strong believer in combining manual techniques with specific exercise to correct movement impairments and imbalances. Laurel helps clients get back to what they love, whether it's back to regular workouts or back to the game.

Laurel holds certifications in Dry Needling, Running Gait Analysis, the Barbell Rehab Method, and is a Certified Endurance Running Coaching.

When she isn’t busy treating, Laurel enjoys playing soccer, lifting weights, running, being outdoors, and hanging out with her husband and 2 cats, Louie and Toledo.

Dr. Megan is a sports and orthopedic physical therapist with experience treating athletes and active individuals from recreational to professional levels. She has over six years of experience working with high-level athletes, with a passion for return-to-sport rehabilitation and particular expertise in Achilles rupture and ACL repair.

Megan earned her bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science from The University of Texas at Austin and her Doctor of Physical Therapy from the University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio.

Her approach is hands-on and individualized, combining advanced manual therapy with strengthening, movement re-education, and sport-specific rehab to restore movement and elevate performance.

Megan is a Running Rehab Specialist (RRS) and is trained in BFR, scraping, and cupping. She is currently working toward her CSCS and CSOMT.

Outside the clinic, Megan enjoys spending time with her wife and their two pups, Tilly and Talus, staying active, and being outdoors.

Chanel brings 15+ years of customer service, administrative, and leadership experience to the Athletes’ Edge front desk. She’s the friendly face that makes patients feel welcome, the calm voice on the phone, and the behind-the-scenes organizer who keeps our front office running like clockwork.

Originally from Los Angeles, Chanel has called Austin home for the past seven years with her husband and their two adventurous boys. When she’s off the clock, you’ll probably find her outside—hiking a new trail, kayaking, swimming, rollerblading with her husband, or trying to master the art of fishing.

Chanel is also passionate about liturgical dance and is currently pursuing a B.A. in Leadership in Ministry—bringing the same heart, hustle, and joy she shares with everyone who walks through our doors.

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