Traditional Remedies Refined with Modern Solutions
Traditional acupuncture is based on the belief that the body is controlled by a flow of energy, referred to as qi, and pronounced "chee." According to ancient texts, qi travels through pathways in your body called meridians. Acupuncturists believe that interruptions with energy flow in these meridians are responsible for modern ailments.
Acupuncture improves your body's functions and helps boost its self-healing processes through anatomic site stimulation - usually called acupuncture points. To stimulate acupuncture points, professionals typically insert fine, sterile needles you're your skin. Most patients feel little-to-no discomfort as the needles are applied. Typically, needles are left in the skin anywhere from five to 30 minutes. After their session, patients often report an incredible feeling of relaxation.
While some practitioners still adhere to traditional acupuncture philosophies, modern acupuncturists take an integrative approach. Today, professional acupuncturists use the therapy to stimulate the body's natural healing and pain-fighting processes. When coupled with personalized chiropractic care and physical therapy, patients can find real relief from painful physical conditions.
With targeted acupuncture applications, patients benefit from:
- Stress Relief
- Pain Relief
- Immune System Boost
- Hormone Balance
- Increased Endorphin Flow
- Better Sleep
- Improved Digestion
What Happens During an Acupuncture Session?
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.
Professional acupuncture treatments can be incredibly helpful for patients suffering from a wide range of disorders. When paired with personalized chiropractic care and other medical treatments, acupuncture is even more effective.
With a systematic treatment plan, patients can find help for painful symptoms like:
Back Pain
Neck Pain
Sciatica
Herniated Discs
Hip Pain
Elbow Pain
Foot and Ankle Pain
Overall Joint Pain
Common Techniques Used by Professional Acupuncturists
Professionals practicing acupuncture in Chatham Borough, NJ, use several techniques to achieve overall patient wellbeing, from Cupping and Gua Sha to Needling and Facials.
Cupping
Made popular by Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps, most acupuncturists describe cupping as giving an inverse massage. Rather than using pressure to release tight muscles, acupuncture cups create a suction effect. The suction pulls on muscles and fascia to relieve tension and improve blood flow. Like a massage, cupping is very relaxing for patients. Most people describe it as enjoyable, although the suction cup markings may look painful to friends and family.
Acupuncture cups are made using various materials, including glass and plastic. Cupping applications also vary - some clinics go the traditional route with cotton balls, rubbing alcohol, and fire. Other applications include manual placement with silicone suction points. Usually, patients receive one of two cupping styles. The first uses stationary cups, which remain for about 10 minutes. The second uses moving cups, supplemented with massage oil to let the cups glide over painful areas.
Cupping has many benefits, including:
- Reduced Body Pain
- Reduced Body Inflammation
- Enhanced Blood Flow
- Full-Body Relaxation
Needling
Also called "dry needling," chiropractors and acupuncturists often use this technique to reduce trigger points within soft tissues and muscles. In this application, acupuncturists use a sterile needle and insert it into the trigger point, which fosters a feeling of "release" that helps reduce muscle tension and pain while boosting mobility.
What are trigger points in acupuncture?
Trigger points are hypersensitive, irritable skeletal muscle areas formed in rigid bands of muscle fiber. Trigger points lead to neuromuscular dysfunction and manifest in painful symptoms, increased stress, and lower overall functionality. During an acupuncture session, these needles are applied to trigger points, which cause a twitch, essentially releasing and restoring proper muscle function.
Benefits of needling include:
- Relief from Muscle Pain
- Improved Flexibility
- Relief from Muscle Cramps
- Relief from Sports Injuries
Gua Sha
Gua Sha is the practice of using tools to scrape the skin and apply pressure to painful areas of the face and body. A Gua Sha is a flat, hard tool, usually made of stone. Recently, Gua Sha has taken the skincare world by storm, but the technique has been providing relief for centuries. It is one of the oldest forms of Chinese medicine used to boost blood circulation and energy flow.
In traditional Chinese, Gua means to press or stroke, while Sha refers to redness. Gua Sha usually causes small red spots or bruises to form, which are also called microtrauma spots. When using Gua Sha on microtrauma areas, your body elicits a response that can help break up tough scar tissue. When paired with professional chiropractic care, Gua Sha can be quite effective, even for moderate injuries.
Benefits of Gua Sha include:
- Relief from Joint Pain
- Relief from Muscle Pain
- Help with Musculoskeletal Disorders
- Immune System Boost
- Reduced Body Inflammation
Discover Long-Lasting Pain Relief with Acupuncture Treatments from Denville Medical
At Denville Medical, we aim to serve you with long-lasting quality of life through personalized acupuncture treatments in New Jersey. The path to a pain-free life begins with a friendly, informative appointment, where one of our doctors develops a customized treatment plan tailored to your body's needs. It starts with your first evaluation, where our experts learn about your medical history, diagnostic tests, current condition, and overall health goals. From there, we'll create your plan and help you hit your milestones until your quality of life is improved.
With treatments like needling, cupping, Gua Sha, and acupuncture in Chatham Borough, NJ, included in your scope of treatment, musculoskeletal relief is right around the corner.
If you're sick and tired of living with painful limitations, our doctors are here to help you live a normal life free of debilitating body issues. No surgery. No addictive medicine. Only comprehensive acupuncture treatments, crafted with health and happiness in mind.
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Chatham Board of Education President Gives Update that Makes Case to Bring in Harding Students at $1.8 Million Per Year
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EducationBoard Member Weber: 'It's not sustainable to keep raising taxes, raising taxes, raising taxes'Board member Jill Critchley Weber said the tuition from Harding students would be one way to raise needed revenue for the districtPhoto Credit: TAP ChathamChatham BOE President Ann Ciccarelli gave an update on the consideration of bringing in Harding Township students to CHS...
Board Member Weber: 'It's not sustainable to keep raising taxes, raising taxes, raising taxes'
Board member Jill Critchley Weber said the tuition from Harding students would be one way to raise needed revenue for the districtPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
Chatham BOE President Ann Ciccarelli gave an update on the consideration of bringing in Harding Township students to CHS for the 2026-2027 school yearPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
A deal with Harding Township would bring in 25 to 30 students per year to Chatham High School at a tuition cost of approximately $1.8 millionPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
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There is room for Harding students at CHS because Chatham High student population is on the declinePhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
The Harding student tuition would help ease the reliance on property taxesPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
Chatham Superintendent Michael LaSusa answers questions from the Chatham BOE about adding Harding Township studentsPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
Board member Jill Critchley Weber said the tuition from Harding students would be one way to raise needed revenue for the districtPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
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By Ed Barmakian
Published October 14, 2024 at 10:53 PM
CHATHAM, NJ – Chatham Board of Education President Ann Ciccarelli gave an update on the potential addition of Harding Township students to CHS at Monday night's regular BOE meeting.
Ciccarelli said that nothing had been decided, but gave a presentation on numbers that would benefit both communities if there is an agreement made for the start of the 2026-2027 school year. Harding's contract with Madison for its high school students runs through June 2025.
“I think we all agree that it's not sustainable to just keep raising taxes, raising taxes, raising taxes, raising taxes," board member Jill Critchley Weber said during the discussion on a Harding deal. “At some point, something has to give … this is kind of a once-in-a-generation opportunity to offset our reliance on property taxes. This is one of the only ways to increase revenue at this rate … I don't know if the negativity outweighs $1.8 million.”
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Board member Bradley Smith, chair of the finance committee, noted that the revenue would equal the two percent tax levy of $1.48 million when calculated from last year's budget.
“It would be irresponsible for us even not to consider this,” Smith said. “So that's what we're doing, we're considering it. Nothing is signed. We're not going to make a bad contract.”
Update on Possible Starting Time Changes
Board member Susan Ross gave an update on possible start time changes for the Chatham Middle School and other realigned schools for the 2026-2027 school year. She said the possible time changes for CMS would be between 8:30 and 9 a.m and the lower grades from 7:40 to 8 a.m. Chatham Superintendent Michael LaSusa said the decision to change times for next year would be made by the end of January.
The Chatham Board of Education meeting for Monday, Oct. 14 can be viewed below
Chatham Borough Affordable Housing at Post Office Plaza to Break Ground this Month; Mayor Working with NJEDA on Kings Vacancy
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Chatham Borough Mayor Carolyn Dempsey has contacted the NJ Economic Development Authority for advice on filling the vacancy left by the departure of Kings Super MarketPhoto Credit: TAP ChathamChatham Borough has been in contact with the NJ Economic Development Authority about getting a grocery store to enter into a lease at the former Kings Food Market at 393 Main St. in ChathamPhoto Credit: TAP ChathamThe mayor and Borough of Chatham Council at Monday night's meetingPhoto Credit: TAP ChathamChatham Borough Mayor Carolyn...
Chatham Borough Mayor Carolyn Dempsey has contacted the NJ Economic Development Authority for advice on filling the vacancy left by the departure of Kings Super MarketPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
Chatham Borough has been in contact with the NJ Economic Development Authority about getting a grocery store to enter into a lease at the former Kings Food Market at 393 Main St. in ChathamPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
The mayor and Borough of Chatham Council at Monday night's meetingPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
Chatham Borough Mayor Carolyn Dempsey has contacted the NJ Economic Development Authority for advice on filling the vacancy left by the departure of Kings Super MarketPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
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By Ed Barmakian
Published March 10, 2025 at 11:52 PM
CHATHAM, NJ – Mayor Carolyn Dempsey confirmed that developer Bergen County United Way will break ground by the end of the month on construction of the 15 all-affordable units at Post Office Plaza at the regular meeting of the Borough of Chatham Council on Monday night.
It was reported in January that Chatham Borough has received $5 million in funding from the state's DCA for the 100% all-affordable housing that will go up adjacent to Bowers Lane.
Dempsey responded to concerns from citizens that Chatham Borough would not meet its court-ordered deadline to start the project in her remarks below.
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Chatham Borough Administrator Steve Williams confirmed that the project will break ground by the end of the month.
Mayor Dempsey also said (see video below) she spoke to Brandon Parrish, senior advisor of the NJ Economic Development Authority, earlier in the day on Monday about possible ways to incentivize a grocery franchise to fill the space left by the departure of Kings Food Market.
Parrish is going to put Dempsey in contact with officials from Highland Park in Middlesex County, where Parrish informed Dempsey that “Highland Park went through a similar situation", and could give the borough ideas on how to entice a new tenant to Chatham.
Dempsey, council member Brian Hargrove and administrator Williams have also been in contact with Michael Nachtome of Murray Construction, the owner of the former Kings building at 393 Main St., about leasing to another grocery store. Nachtome is looking for a tenant, not a developer.
“There has been some interest, but he's not in a rush to lease it to a tenant without making sure it's the right fit,” Dempsey said.
On the subject of Bank of America closing its doors at 269 Main St., Dempsey viewed it as an opportunity for a new business.
“Bank of America didn't really do much in the town, so this is a great opportunity for a new business that can be beneficial to the downtown,” she said.
Digital Upgrade in Council Chambers
Chatham Borough Administrator Steve Williams reported that a digital upgrade is coming to Borough Hall's Council meeting room, where two 85-inch video screens will be installed on opposite sides of the chamber. The portrait of William Pitt, the first Earl of Chatham, has been moved to another place on the wall to accommodate one of the new screens.
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