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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.
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:
Professionals practicing acupuncture in Chatham Township, NJ, use several techniques to achieve overall patient wellbeing, from Cupping and Gua Sha to Needling and Facials.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Township, 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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The former Charlie Brown's Restaurant site will soon be home to 63 new affordable housing units within Chatham Township. CHATHAM, NJ — A long-standing building in Chatham Township has been torn down as part of a new housing construction project approved by the township committee two years ago.The sale of 522 Southern Boulevard, also known as the Charlie Brown's property, was agreed upon by Chatham Township and the property owner, Kronos Holdings, LLC, for $4.8 million in 2021.What was previously the restaurant si...
CHATHAM, NJ — A long-standing building in Chatham Township has been torn down as part of a new housing construction project approved by the township committee two years ago.
The sale of 522 Southern Boulevard, also known as the Charlie Brown's property, was agreed upon by Chatham Township and the property owner, Kronos Holdings, LLC, for $4.8 million in 2021.
What was previously the restaurant site will soon be transformed into 63 affordable housing units as part of the township's third-round element of affordable housing, which it agreed to in December 2018 in litigation with the Fair Share Housing Center.
The 63 affordable housing units will be spread across three buildings at 522 Southern Boulevard in Chatham Township, with a two-story building facing Southern Boulevard and two three-story buildings behind it.
The Walters Group Apartments, a real estate development company, is in charge of the construction.
Another redevelopment project, which will add 245 new homes to the Chatham community, also recently broke ground.
The site plan, now dubbed "The Ivy of Chatham," was initially approved by the borough in 2021 and has been marketed as a luxury apartment complex with a mixture of 37 affordable housing units.
With the increase in housing projects around Chatham, residents have expressed concerns about whether the school system will be overburdened and how the roads will handle the increased traffic.
During a previous township committee meeting, Joe Del Duca, affordable housing director for the Walters Group Apartments, was asked about the increase in school-age children expected from the tenants.
In response, he stated that he didn't know, but that there would be an average of two residents per unit and one child per unit, resulting in an additional 62 students to the district's school population.
Construction on the project was initially slated to start in March, officials said.
In December, the Chatham Township Committee voted to approve the issuance of a $2 million bond ordinance, which was needed for the Walters Group Apartments to begin construction on the project.
Read more: $2M Bond Requested For Chatham Township Affordable Housing Project
Debra King, chief financial officer for the township, previously said the $2 million would be a short-term loan.
In Chatham, Charlie Brown's Fresh Grill closed its doors in 2020.
Following the Covid-19 pandemic, the chain, known for its variety of steaks and large salad bar, reduced its New Jersey footprint almost completely, by closing nearly all 14 Charlie Brown's locations in the Garden State.
Chatham Borough Mayor Thad Kobylarz and council member Frank Truilo with Justin Strickland, Joel Boroff, Rick Loock, John Crouthamel, Jack Conlan and Tom SalvasPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham By Ed BarmakianLast UpdatedMay 10, 2023 at 9:40 AMCHATHAM, NJ -- Captain Tom Salvas served in the U.S. Air Force for more than five years in the previous century. But the Chatham Township resident has never stopped serving the public.In addition to...
Chatham Borough Mayor Thad Kobylarz and council member Frank Truilo with Justin Strickland, Joel Boroff, Rick Loock, John Crouthamel, Jack Conlan and Tom SalvasPhoto Credit: TAP Chatham
By Ed Barmakian
Last UpdatedMay 10, 2023 at 9:40 AM
CHATHAM, NJ -- Captain Tom Salvas served in the U.S. Air Force for more than five years in the previous century. But the Chatham Township resident has never stopped serving the public.
In addition to his duties as a member of the Mayors Wellness Committee and the Senior Citizens Advisory Committee, Salvas has taken on a more personal endeavor the last two years in memorializing the first-hand accounts of Chatham veterans in the "Veterans Project" for the Library of the Chathams.
A photographer and video producer, Salvas was on hand, along with those who have told him their personal stories of service, at Monday night's Borough of Chatham Council meeting, where Chatham residents were recognized with a proclamation for "Military Appreciation Month".
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Tom Salvas talks about the common thread of "commitment to serve" he has heard from Chatham military veterans
Appearing at the meeting to be recognized were Rick Loock, staff sergeant U.S. Air Force with service in Vietnam; Joel Boroff, captain U.S. Army in Vietnam; Justin Strickland, captain U.S. Army in Iraq; John Crouthamel, first lieutenant U.S. Army in Vietnam, Jack Conlan, corporal U.S. Marine Corps, 1956 to 1959.
In other business, the council unanimously adopted the 2023 municipal budget. Council member Jocelyn Mathiasen said that it's a "confusing year" when it comes to the budget because of the revaluation of homes in her remarks below.
After receiving a surprise announcement of a 20% premium increase in healthcare insurance in January, the council took two measures on Monday night to improve its healthcare benefits situation. The council voted to terminate its relationship with the State Health Benefit Plan and then voted to join the North Jersey Municipal Employee Benefits Fund in order to receive a more competitive premium rate.
CHATHAM, NJ — Have you ever wondered how affordable it is to have a home near Chatham?According to a new report released this week, the average American household spends $24,557 per year on the most important household bills, but the average Chatham resident spends significantly more.As the cost of living in the United States continues to rise, residents of Hawaii, California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Maryland may be feeling more pressure, as these states top the list of the most expensive.Interested in loca...
CHATHAM, NJ — Have you ever wondered how affordable it is to have a home near Chatham?
According to a new report released this week, the average American household spends $24,557 per year on the most important household bills, but the average Chatham resident spends significantly more.
As the cost of living in the United States continues to rise, residents of Hawaii, California, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and Maryland may be feeling more pressure, as these states top the list of the most expensive.
Chatham is the seventh most expensive town in New Jersey and the most expensive in Morris County, trailed by Madison, Randolph and Morristown.
One of the main contributors is Chatham's mortgage and rent prices. According to the study, the average mortgage payment in Chatham is $3,821, while the national average is $1,321. For renters, that price goes down to $2,054 in Chatham and $1,191 nationally.
Utility Bills are one of the few categories in Chatham that are lower than in other areas. The average Chatham resident pays $309 a month in utilities, compared to $351 nationally.
"As consumers navigate their household bills in today’s volatile marketplace, bill payers may feel left in the dark, not fully understanding how much they are truly paying each month," said Liz Powell, Senior Director of INSIGHTS at doxo.
Earlier this year, the National Low Income Housing Coalition released its annual report on rental costs, showing that many Americans make less than their area's "housing wage, the hourly, full-time wage needed to afford fair-market rent without spending more than 30 percent of their income.
According to the NLIHC, New Jersey has one of the highest minimum wages in the country, at $14.13 per hour.
However, Chatham's market rate for a two-bedroom apartment is $2,380 per month, which would necessitate an hourly wage of $45.77, which amounts to approximately $91,540 per year.
According to the NLIHC, 26 percent of tenant households in New Jersey earn less than what is required to afford two-bedroom rent. According to the report, even affording a "modest" one-bedroom apartment at market rate necessitates 79 minimum-wage hours per week.
According to the NLIHC, 26 percent of tenant households in New Jersey earn less than what is required to afford two-bedroom rent. According to the report, even affording a "modest" one-bedroom apartment at market rate necessitates 79 minimum-wage hours per week.
View the NLIHC's full report: Out of Reach 2023: The High Cost of Housing.
The rising senior class has made it a custom to ask for open campus privileges for the following academic year. CHATHAM, NJ — Students from Chatham High School are asking the Chatham Board of Education to bring back open campus privileges for the senior class of 2024.During the July 10 board meeting, two representatives from the rising senior class spoke up about the possibility of reintroducing an open campus for their senior year, which allows students to go off campus during lunch hours.It has become a custom ...
CHATHAM, NJ — Students from Chatham High School are asking the Chatham Board of Education to bring back open campus privileges for the senior class of 2024.
During the July 10 board meeting, two representatives from the rising senior class spoke up about the possibility of reintroducing an open campus for their senior year, which allows students to go off campus during lunch hours.
It has become a custom in the past years for next year's Chatham High seniors to make the case to members of the board of education that they too are deserving of continuing the privilege of an open campus.
If an open campus is once again allowed, the senior class will be able to leave the school grounds during lunch hours to eat somewhere in town or return home to eat if they so desired.
Poillucci and the Class treasurer, Caroline Sennett, explained that more than 100 members of the 11th-grade class have been inducted into the National Honor Society, which is a nationwide organization for high school students whose selection is based on four criteria: scholarship, leadership, service, and character.
"We understand that an open campus for seniors is a privilege, but also firmly believe that our aforementioned successes exhibit our classes' maturity and advancing independence. As we move into our final year of high school, open campus privileges will allow our class a greater measure of independence that will help us transition toward post-graduation life," Poillucci said.
After their well-received speech on behalf of and in support of their class, Board of Education President Jill Weber responded and emphasized the significance of character for an open campus to remain safe.
"I think you guys are very well accomplished. To me, an open campus is more about character. It's more about looking out for your friends. If you see a classmate struggling or going down the wrong path and not really using open campus in its intended method, maybe keep an eye out and look out for each other," Weber said.
Weber then approved the application for an open campus but also warned that it could be revoked at any time.
"I was on the board when it was revoked, and it was a sad, sad day for everybody. It was revoked for at least two weeks, but it can be revoked for the whole year," Weber stated.
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The Chatham Township Democratic Municipal Committee endorsed Jen Rowland and Marty McHugh as their nominees for the upcoming election. Vianella Burns, Patch StaffThe Chatham Township Democratic Municipal Committee endorsed Jen Rowland and Marty McHugh as their nominees for the upcoming election."I've known both Jen and Marty for many years. They are outstanding candidates with deep community roots. They bring a we...
Vianella Burns, Patch Staff
The Chatham Township Democratic Municipal Committee endorsed Jen Rowland and Marty McHugh as their nominees for the upcoming election.
"I've known both Jen and Marty for many years. They are outstanding candidates with deep community roots. They bring a wealth of knowledge, resourcefulness, and hard work to everything they do. The Township is quite fortunate to have them stepping up to serve our community once again," Stacey Ewald, Chatham Township Committee said.
Rowland was born in Madison and has been a resident of Chatham Township for over 20 years. She grew up in the Township with her five children, all of whom are current or former Chatham Public School students.
Rowland previously chaired the Chatham Education Foundation's Audit Committee. She serves on the boards of the New Jersey Innovation Institute and the Women's Leadership Initiative at the University of Delaware.
Many people in town will recognize McHugh from his years as a parent coach for a variety of boys and girls sports teams in the township.
"The Township will surely benefit from Marty’s Zoning Board of Adjustment and Environmental Commission experience. Just as important, Marty brings a deep understanding of the importance of the Township’s involvement in children’s youth programs," Ankel said.
McHugh has owned and operated a market development firm focused on the international supply of large capital projects for over 25 years. His small business keeps the lights on and is now contributing to the global energy transition.
"Why am I running? — To enhance all voices and plans that continue to make Chatham such a safe and attractive community. With an eye to the future and giving thanks to past committees, volunteers, and residents, I seek to help plan so the Township will be the great home for the next generations like it has been for my family." McHugh said.
Primary Election Day is June 6 in New Jersey. This year's election cycle will also feature races for all State Senate and Assembly seats.
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