The Team
Troy Baxendell, PT, DPT, COMT, HMS, CPT
Dr. Baxendell graduated from Duquesne University with a Master of Physical Therapy degree in 1994. He earned his Certified Orthopedic Manual Therapist credentials in 2011 through the Ola Grimsby Institute and in 2020, he earned his Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Arcadia University. He also holds certifications in Personal Training and Human Movement through the Brookbush Institute.
Dr. Baxendell has had comprehensive experience in Orthopedics and Sports Performance having initiated and run very successful programs locally. He has been an Adjunct Professor in the PT department at Duquesne University and also has extensive Home Care experience. He currently serves as a PT Consultant with SI Bone where he instructs Physicians and other Physical Therapists in the diagnosis and treatment of low back pain and the sacroiliac joint.
Dr. Baxendell's philosophy of treatment is centered around movement combined with Pain Neuroscience Education which helps the patient to gain control of their pain by educating them on where pain comes from and how to control and eliminate it.
Troy's interests include cars, weightlifting, and martial arts. He holds a 3rd degree black belt in Sin Moo Hapkido and the rank of Ikkyu in Judo. He is an assistant instructor at the American Judo-Hapkido Institute.
He and his wife, Missy, reside in Pleasant Hills with their 2 dogs and are always happiest when spending time with their children and grandchildren.
Melissa Baxendell (Missy)
Office/Admin