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At Denville Medical, your licensed physical therapist's goal is to maximize your body's structure and increase its overall function for long-term health. To accomplish this, our physical therapists combine traditional and innovative techniques focused on increasing muscle strength and improving the body's range of motion. Our goal is to discover the root cause of your pain or mobility problems. That way, we can address the true reason why you need physical therapy, and work towards achieving long-lasting relief.
Of course, we understand that every patient is different. Your doctor can provide expert care in an encouraging environment by creating a customized treatment plan for you using modern, evidence-based research.
Some common reasons why patients need physical therapy at Denville Medical include:
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Sports Injuries Whether you are on the varsity team of your high school football team or a professional athlete, sports injuries are serious business. Our doctors and physical therapists will develop a plan to help you heal properly, so you can get back in the game sooner rather than later.
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Pre and Post Operation With decades of combined experience, our physical therapy experts know that there is a time for gentle healing and a time for aggressive physical rehab. Whether you are scheduled for surgery or have recently been released from the hospital, our therapists are here to help you recover, one step at a time.
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Neurological Issues At Denville Medical, we treat much more than sports-based injuries. Whether you're suffering from Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, or a vestibular problem, our therapists are trained and certified to help you regain your body's optimal functionality.
Life has a habit of throwing us curveballs. Sure, some surprises only hurt your bank account, like expenses around the home. But more serious incidents, like car wrecks, can inflict physical injuries causing long-term pain. Injury-related problems like neck and back pain affect many Americans daily. Even worse, many hardworking people turn to addictive pain medication and invasive surgeries for relief, only to find themselves deeper in a hole.
If you're in chronic pain or suffer from range of motion problems, you should know that options are available for safer, more effective pain relief. One of the most commonly used solutions is physical therapy. The main goal of physical therapy is to maximize your body's mobility and increase overall function. In order to accomplish this, physical therapy techniques focus on improving range of motion and building muscle strength.
Physical therapy helps people of all ages with illnesses, medical conditions, or injuries that limit their mobility and body functionality. At Denville Medical and Sports Rehabilitation Center, our doctors and physical therapists create customized physical therapy programs to help patients reclaim their lives.
When combined with diet and exercise, many patients are able to enjoy activities that they only thought possible with youth.
Some of the most common techniques that physical therapists use to help patients include:
From improper ergonomics at your office desk to injuries sustained in car wrecks, neck pain is a widespread problem. Taking the proper preventative steps to deal with pain provides relief and can prevent the need for surgery or medication.
Generally, there are two kinds of neck pain: chronic and acute. Acute pain shouldn't last for more than six weeks, while chronic pain can last months or even years. Physical therapy is one of the most recommended treatments for neck pain. Treatments often involve reducing neck exercise, strength training, and stretching. If you're suffering from acute or chronic neck pain, it's important to have tests done by a physical therapist to determine the extent of your injury.
Neck pain is caused by a wide range of problems, like:
After identifying the underlying cause of your condition, your physical therapist will develop a comprehensive treatment to address your pain and provide long-term relief.
Back pain is one of the leading causes of disability in America. Back pain can start innocuously as a small muscle ache but can quickly become a more serious problem that disrupts daily life. Like neck pain, the best way to address the issue is to understand the root cause so that surgery is avoided.
Also like neck pain, back pain is either chronic (longer than six weeks) or acute (less than six weeks). Back pain can be caused by a number of events, like lifting a heavy item or simply sitting wrong for too long. To determine the extent of your injuries, you will need one or more diagnostic tests, like X-rays or MRI scans. Once the root cause of your condition is revealed, your physical therapist will work with Denville Medical doctors to create a treatment plan tailored to your body.
Common conditions linked to back pain include:
Experiencing a herniated disc is something most people dread, but many have to endure. Luckily, PT plays a significant role in herniated disc recovery. Physical therapy not only provides immediate pain relief, it teaches patients how to condition their bodies to avoid worse injuries.
At Denville Medical, our physical therapists and doctors have years of experience helping patients rehabilitate from herniated discs. Patients benefit from several time-tested techniques to relieve pain.
After diagnostic testing, active and passive treatments can include:
Do your hips feel uneven or misaligned? Do you suffer from hip stiffness or pain when the weather changes? Are you having trouble getting around the house like you used to? Your hips bear most of your weight, so it's no surprise that hip pain is very common among Americans.
Fortunately, physical therapy has been proven to provide relief for people dealing with acute or chronic hip pain. As with other forms of pain, you will need diagnostic testing to determine the extent of your hip problems.
Some common causes of hip pain include:
Once your hip issues are properly diagnosed, it's time to find relief. Denville Medical & Sports Rehabilitation Center offers several custom solutions, including acupuncture, chiropractic care, and personalized physical therapy.
Like hip pain, knee pain is a common condition in the U.S. and affects millions of people every year. Pain in the knee is caused by many things, including strains, injuries, age, and repetitive trauma. Sometimes, there's no apparent reason for knee pain. When it occurs, you may experience limited knee functionality, like difficulty standing, walking, sitting, and walking up and down stairs.
There are many conditions associated with knee pain, including:
If you notice symptoms like clicking or popping sounds, locking, inflammation, or sharp pains in your knee, physical therapy might be your best bet for relief.
Sometimes, surgery is the only option a patient can choose to alleviate pain from injuries and accidents. When this is the case, physical therapy plays a vital role before and after surgery.
To help you get a better sense of the scope of our physical therapy treatments, we're listing some of the most frequently asked questions that we receive at Denville Medical:
Answer : While some physical therapists rely on outdated techniques to treat patients, our team uses a combination of tried-and-true methods and modern strategies, including:
Answer : During your first visit with our physical therapist, we will complete a series of tests and screenings to establish a baseline for your care. You can expect to complete stability screenings, strength tests, and computerized range of motion tests. These tests ensure your doctor understands how your muscles are functioning. Once complete, your therapist will create a custom treatment plan for your physical therapy, so we can move forward with your care. During your time at Denville Medical, you should expect adjustments to your treatment plan as you make progress.
Answer : We get this question a lot, and we can certainly understand why. Unfortunately, we cannot provide you with an exact answer because every patient has different needs relating to their injuries and issues. Your level of stability and functionality depends on your condition, your goals, and your motivation to heal. For acute pain, patients typically experience relief in 2-3 weeks. Patients with forms of chronic pain usually feel optimal results after their first full course of therapy (4-6 weeks). Since our goal is to achieve maximum medical improvement, our doctors continuously monitor your progress and adjust treatment accordingly.
Whether you're dealing with chronic knee pain or acute back pain, relief is in sight. Rather than dangerous medicines and invasive surgeries, we specialize in non-surgical treatments like physical therapy. Our team of physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, and primary care doctors have years of experience and work hand-in-hand to give you real pain relief.
If you're sick and tired of living life full of physical pain, now is the time to act. Don't let your body deteriorate â find your new lease on life at Denville Medical and Sports Rehabilitation Center.
973-627-7888If you or even your kids are into dinosaurs, you’ll love this dinosaur safari coming to New Jersey this summer.LuminoCity is a company that “creates unforgettable and immersive experiences”. They base their attraction on light and imagination.They have put on plenty of festivals all with different themes like Winter Fantasy, Wild Adventure, and Sweet Dreamand this time, they are bringing a Dinosaur Safari to life....
If you or even your kids are into dinosaurs, you’ll love this dinosaur safari coming to New Jersey this summer.
LuminoCity is a company that “creates unforgettable and immersive experiences”. They base their attraction on light and imagination.
They have put on plenty of festivals all with different themes like Winter Fantasy, Wild Adventure, and Sweet Dream
and this time, they are bringing a Dinosaur Safari to life.
Dino Safari will take place from June 10 to July 9 at Rockaway Townsquare.
The lighting festival will feature a Volcanic Extinction where each light display tells a story.
Illuminated Prehistoric Wonders, Roaring Dinosaurs Come to Life where you’ll come across “40 lifelike dinosaurs that move, roar, and tower as high as 46 feet.”
Also a dinosaur bouncy castle, dinosaur speedway, and caterpillar express train.
You can book a daytime ticket (from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.) or a nighttime ticket (from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
The address is 301 Mount Hope Ave in Rockaway, NJ at the Rockaway Townsquare Mall in the JC Penny parking lot.
Click HERE for more information.
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ROCKAWAY — You’ve heard of haunted hay rides, haunted houses, and haunted trails.But how about a haunted car wash?Yes, there is one that exists in New Jersey, and it's back again for its third Halloween season."We love the Halloween season and are always looking at fun things to do at the wash. We’ve had live music and Christmas light shows inside so we thought let’s go further during the Halloween season and create a haunted car wash!," according to Adam from Screamline.ADVERTISE...
ROCKAWAY — You’ve heard of haunted hay rides, haunted houses, and haunted trails.
But how about a haunted car wash?
Yes, there is one that exists in New Jersey, and it's back again for its third Halloween season.
"We love the Halloween season and are always looking at fun things to do at the wash. We’ve had live music and Christmas light shows inside so we thought let’s go further during the Halloween season and create a haunted car wash!," according to Adam from Screamline.
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The “Screamline Haunted Car Wash” located at 376 Route 46 in Rockaway is a one-of-a-kind haunted experience.
The cool part is you stay in your car while going through the haunted tunnel, and get your car washed at the same time.
Join the Screamline Haunted Car Wash if you dare, every Friday and Saturday night in October, starting Oct. 6 between 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., rain or shine.
Before entering the haunted tunnel, you’ll be greeted by walking dead zombies, live monsters, and other underworld creatures.
Once inside the tunnel, you’ll find yourself trapped at the mercy of the car wash. Imagine real-life clowns and zombies trying to claw their way into your vehicle while you and your family and friends sit inside. Keep one eye open and look over your shoulder, as other surprises await as your car is being washed.
The experience, featuring an intense light show in the tunnel, as well as smoke machines, and mic’d up animatronics, is said to be moderately scary, so it’s recommended for those ages five and older.
Check out the video of the Screamline Haunted Car Wash
Tickets are not pre-sold. Cash or credit cards will be accepted on-site. The cost is $15 per car for members and $25 for non-members.
The wait time can be anywhere from 5 to 25 minutes.
Last year they had a total of 9 total nights of Screamline with 1,238 cars so an average of 137 cars a night. Most cars have an average of 4 people in the car so they estimate that about 5,000 people come through last year.
Since year two was more popular the car wash said it expects the daily trend to continue slightly up to an average of 150 cars a night.
Past victims, ahem, customers seemed to enjoy it.
A couple of positive reviews on the New Jersey Haunted Houses website read:
“Better than expected. We went only knowing it was technically “haunted” and that the car would actually get washed. Experience was incredible.”
“So glad that you’re taking the time to allow others to enjoy the Halloween experience. Goes to show how much fun can be packed into a simple car wash. Was fantastic.”
FYI: When it's not haunted, it's actually called The Streamline Car Wash, offering unlimited car washes starting at $19.99 per month, and free vacuums.
2-minute read0:001:20ADROCKAWAY — Nearly three years after New Jersey residents overwhelmingly voted to legalize marijuana sales for recreational use, Morris County's ...
ROCKAWAY — Nearly three years after New Jersey residents overwhelmingly voted to legalize marijuana sales for recreational use, Morris County's first retail cannabis dispensary is open for business.
Following a soft launch in late July, Kind Kush held a grand opening on Aug. 19 in the Rockaway Borough shopping center along Route 46 anchored by Tractor Supply Co.
"The mayor was kind enough to come out and cut the ribbon, which was very exciting," owner-operator Jimmy Rogovich said in an interview Tuesday. A resident of Cresskill in Bergen County, he formerly owned Rogo's sports bar in Hoboken with his brothers.
Kind Kush fills only a small sliver of the 40,000-square-foot building, which was formerly occupied by World Gym and, before that, a Shop-Rite. Customers visiting the dispensary must present identification to advance from a small lobby into the retail shop, where large-screen TVs display product availability and price.
Packaged goods include cannabis sold in natural flower-bud form, in 3.5 or 7-gram bags, pre-rolled joints, edibles, vape cartridges, concentrates and other varieties, along with accessories. Prices range from about $15 for a pre-rolled 1-gram joint to more than $100 for a 7-gram pack of buds.
The product itself is not visible in the shopping area, but packaging labels list essential consumer information such as the strain of cannabis and detailed data on its potency.
Customers must be 21 or older and may not purchase more than one ounce at a time. Payment can be made by debit card or in cash. Credit cards are not accepted.
Rogovich opened with about 20 employees, including longtime Rockaway resident Debbie Mereau as his first hire.
"I'm technically the first female bud-tender in Morris County," said Mereau, who was behind the counter tending to customers on Tuesday. She previously worked as a customer service representative for a payroll company.
"This is the best job I've ever had," she said. "I can't believe I had to wait this long to be this happy somewhere."
State regulators approved Rogovich's application for a conditional license for recreational and medical use in May 2022, then approved his annual license in October.
Shopping around for locations, he found willing supporters in Rockaway town hall and a landlord who gave him a fair deal, he said.
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Seven towns in Morris County - Boonton, Butler, Dover, Morristown, Rockaway, Rockaway Township and Victory Gardens - have approved retail cannabis sales since voters approved an amendment to the state constitution by a 67% majority in 2020, legalizing cannabis use on Jan. 1, 2021. Legislative and other legal hurdles delayed actual retail sales around the state until April of 2022.
"A lot of municipalities didn't opt in [to allowing retail cannabis sales] but Rockaway has been super," Rogovich said. "And I'm really happy we'll be making a real contricbution with the 2 percent [local sales tax surcharge] we give to the borough."
Kind Kush is now the 40th location approved to sell to recreational and medical users in New Jersey. Customers with prescriptions can shop in an additional six dispensaries restricted to medical pot sales.
Other retail cannabis applications in Morris County towns, including in Madison and Victory Gardens, have been stalled by bureaucratic opposition. Victory Gardens, already in discussion with two potential operators, voted last week to require applicants to file more information.
In February, the Morristown Planning Board gave unanimous approval for Massachusetts-based Uma Flowers to open a cannabis dispensary on Ridgedale Avenue, but no opening date was announced. The owners of Uma Flowers were unavailable Tuesday to update their status.
Rogovich said marijuana businesses have also had to contend with "a ton of price-gouging" by landlords. "We call it the green tax. Once they find out it's cannabis-related, sometimes they double the rent."
That was apparently the case in Boonton, where a retail cannabis licensee sought zoning relief after learning the few available spaces approved for sales in a designated industrial zone were overpriced. The Boonton council, however, voted against the retailer's proposal to operate in an existing space outside the industrial zone.
Unlike many of New Jersey's new dispensaries, which are owned by large multistate operators such as Ascend and the Apothecarium, Rogovich says he is the sole owner and proprietor of Kind Kush.
"We are a true 'mom and pop" business and I am spending about 100 hours a week here," he said. "So far, business has gotten better every week."
William Westhoven is a local reporter for DailyRecord.com. For unlimited access to the most important news from your local community, please subscribe or activate your digital account today.
Experience a World Where Light Art Meets Prehistoric AdventureROCKAWAY, N.J., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, LuminoCity Festival transforms New Jersey's Town Square into a mesmerizing, prehistoric wonderland of light and imagination: Dino Safari! An exciting evolution of the LuminoCity experience, this event runs daily from June 10th through July 9th, 2023. LuminoCity Dino Safari comes to New Jersey Town Square, Experience a World Where Light Art Meets Dinosaur Adventure ...
Experience a World Where Light Art Meets Prehistoric Adventure
ROCKAWAY, N.J., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, LuminoCity Festival transforms New Jersey's Town Square into a mesmerizing, prehistoric wonderland of light and imagination: Dino Safari! An exciting evolution of the LuminoCity experience, this event runs daily from June 10th through July 9th, 2023.
Journey back in time and marvel at the sight of over 50 life-sized animated dinosaurs, from the cunning Oviraptor to the formidable Triceratops and the soaring Pterosauria. And be prepared to be awe-struck by the centerpiece, a towering 45-foot Brachiosaurus. They're not just statues - these prehistoric giants spring to life, boasting spectacular special effects. Watch as their jaws open and close in a roar, their heads and tails sway, and their bodies mimic lifelike movements. Hear them breathe, see their eyes blink open and close, and catch the Pterosauria's wings flutter in the breeze.
As dusk envelops the landscape, enchanting lights cast a magical glow over these beasts, transporting you into a world where the Cretaceous period meets the thrill of modern light art. It's an animated spectacle of time and illumination that promises an extraordinary journey!
But the adventure doesn't stop at sightseeing - it's interactive too! For just $5, our youngest explorers can buckle up in dino-themed cars and experience the thrill of our Dino Ride & Speedway, while those of all ages can defy gravity on our colossal Dino Paradise Bounce house for just $18. We've also created a whimsical journey aboard the Caterpillar Express, offering guests a winding tour through our radiant dino-lit wonderland for $10 per ride.
Diving into our immersive Dino Safari, guests can also enjoy free activities, become dinosaur detectives in our Jurassic Fossils Hunt, maybe even find a T-Rex! Also, meet Cosmo Lumi, our glowing friend who lights up the park with joy. And for the daring, Volcano Bone Valley awaits. With its thrilling fossil field, the T-Rex Thrill Chair, and the Dino Bone Throne, it's a fantastic spot for future paleontologists and dino-lovers.
"We are thrilled to bring the extraordinary Dino Safari experience to the vibrant heart of New Jersey's Townsquare, providing residents and visitors with a fresh, exciting take on summer festivities," said the Founder Xiaoyi Chen.
Combining interactive fun, exhilarating adventure, and fascinating learning experiences, LuminoCity's Dino Safari promises an unforgettable journey into the prehistoric era, brought to life by the glow of artful illumination.
Ticket Information: LuminoCity Dino Safari at Rockaway Townsquare runs for 30 days from June 10th to July 9th, 2023. Admission tickets are only available for purchase online at luminocityfestival.com. The festival will be open EVERYDAY from 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm.
Tickets for LuminoCity Dino Safari provide flexible access, with no need to select a specific date at the time of purchase. This allows you to plan your visit at your convenience and ensures a seamless experience!
Parking Information: This will be Free to all festival goers.
2023 LuminoCity Dino Safari x Rockaway TownsquareRockaway Townsquare - JC Penney Parking Lot301 Mt Hope Ave, Rockaway, NJ 07866
For more information about the LuminoCity Festival, visit www.luminocityfestival.com and be sure to follow us on Instagram!
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ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP, New Jersey (WABC) -- A young girl from New Jersey is proving that you don't have to be Albert Einstein to be considered a genius.Declan Lopez is bubbly, has a beautiful personality and she's brilliant.At just 6 years old, Lopez is a member of the Mensa society, which includes the smartest of the smartest with an IQ of 138 -- that's Einstein level."I'm interested in arts, science, math and geography," Lopez said.The gifted kindergartener reads on a third or fourth grade level.Lop...
ROCKAWAY TOWNSHIP, New Jersey (WABC) -- A young girl from New Jersey is proving that you don't have to be Albert Einstein to be considered a genius.
Declan Lopez is bubbly, has a beautiful personality and she's brilliant.
At just 6 years old, Lopez is a member of the Mensa society, which includes the smartest of the smartest with an IQ of 138 -- that's Einstein level.
"I'm interested in arts, science, math and geography," Lopez said.
The gifted kindergartener reads on a third or fourth grade level.
Lopez goes to school in Dover, New Jersey where she is a shining star.
"My favorite thing to learn is a force in motion," Lopez said.
Her parents started noticing Lopez's intelligence early on when she was 18 months old.
"We were on a trip in the airport, and she just started to count in Mandarin," Declan's mom Meachel Lopez said.
So, there is a challenge in keeping the active 6-year-old intellectually stimulated, with an activity chart, while letting her be a kid.
"I want her to laugh and joke and make mistakes and do things that 6-year-olds do," Meachel Lopez said.
On top of raising an exceptional daughter, there is strong evidence showing Lopez's little brother Maddox is following in her footsteps.
The Lopez's are trying to figure out if brilliance runs in the family DNA.
They add that Google and Alexa have become their best friend because their kids know things that they can't answer without artificial intelligence.
Their kids are the real deal. They are special youngsters thirsty to learn everything.
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