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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 Pequannock, 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 Pequannock, 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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Not even Mother Nature could keep second-seeded Pequannock from winning its first sectional title since 2009 as it defeated top-seeded Pompton Lakes 9-5 in the North Jersey, Section 1, Group 1 finals in Pompton Lakes.Pequannock (24-5) took a 9-5 lead in the top of the seventh inning before lightning caused the game to be delayed by 39 minutes. Joe Sabbath later shut the door on Pompton Lakes (21-8) to help the Golden Panthers win their sixth straight and seven of their last eight.“Pompton Lakes is a great team and well co...
Not even Mother Nature could keep second-seeded Pequannock from winning its first sectional title since 2009 as it defeated top-seeded Pompton Lakes 9-5 in the North Jersey, Section 1, Group 1 finals in Pompton Lakes.
Pequannock (24-5) took a 9-5 lead in the top of the seventh inning before lightning caused the game to be delayed by 39 minutes. Joe Sabbath later shut the door on Pompton Lakes (21-8) to help the Golden Panthers win their sixth straight and seven of their last eight.
“Pompton Lakes is a great team and well coached,” Pequannock head coach Jon McBurney said. “It took a total team effort to beat them.”
After trailing 5-2 at the end of the fourth inning, Ryan Foley came up huge for Pequannock with a bases-clearing double to tie things up in the top of the fifth. Foley also blasted a solo home run in the fourth and had a one-run single in the seventh to finish with a five-RBI day.
“Ryan Foley has a great day at the plate to get the offense going,” McBurney continued. “Joe Sabbath settled things down on the mound to give us a chance to win.”
Pequannock continued its momentum in the seventh inning when it added four more runs to take a four-run advantage.
“It’s a great program win and a great win for the community of Pequannock,” McBurney said. “I’m proud of the effort the team has given this season.”
Sabbath earned the victory by going 5 1/3 innings in relief and allowing three hits, one earned run, one walk, and four strikeouts.
This marked the furthest Pequannock had gone in the sectional tournament since 2017 and its first finals appearance since 2012.
Tyler Benway went 4 2/3 innings for the Cardinals and struck out six while allowing four hits, one earned run, and three walks.
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Dylan DeNaples (6) of Pequannock tries to get past Owen Windram (25) of River Dell during the boys lacrosse game between Pequannock and River Dell at Pequannock Township High School in Pequannock, NJ on Friday, April 21, 2023.Get Photo
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here’s a fun concept behind the name of Defying Gravitea in Pequannock. As Owner Gina Cassese explains, it’s first a play on the word tea. It also illuminates that baking is a science requiring specific measurements and techniques for items to rise and set correctly. Finally, it is a reference to the song “Defying Gravity&r...
here’s a fun concept behind the name of Defying Gravitea in Pequannock. As Owner Gina Cassese explains, it’s first a play on the word tea. It also illuminates that baking is a science requiring specific measurements and techniques for items to rise and set correctly. Finally, it is a reference to the song “Defying Gravity” from the Broadway show Wicked.
Defying Gravitea is a cafe that offers drinks, breakfast, lunch, and fresh-baked goods. The 1,775-square-foot space seats 49 guests indoors, and features their own proprietary tea line. The interior offers a “warm, comfortable environment,” according to Gina. “From custom river tables, cozy nooks, our Sakura tree, and a hand-painted mural ‘treebute’ to our supporters; it is really a space designed to welcome people in to relax and unwind.”
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A quick-serve concept, customers can order their items from the counter or place their orders online in advance. Tables are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. “We offer a warm environment, focusing on friends, family, and community, where everyone can eat without restrictions,” Gina adds.
The Defying Gravitea menu includes farm-fresh fare for breakfast (available all day) and lunch. “We are a gluten- and dairy-free space, but you’d never know it!” Gina says. They also offer baked goods made in-house daily with gluten-free flour. These reinvented recipes are based on five generations of chefs in her family.
Popular items include the breakfast crepe and banana bread ABJ sandwich. Likewise, their scones are a hit, and they introduce two new seasonal flavors each month. Gina loves the Defying Gravitea Chicken Salad Sandwich. It’s made with Goffle Farm chicken breast, coconut yogurt, lemon juice, fresh tarragon, and currants. Patrons can order it either on a gluten-free house-baked brioche bun (made daily) or over greens.
Early response to Defying Gravitea has been huge. “We have had all the seats filled recently and a line out the door,” Gina says. “It’s such an amazing, humbling feeling to see people enjoying the space, their community, and the food.”
Besides their sit-down dining, they offer an event space for large parties by reservation. They also do catering for on-or-off site. Additionally, they accommodate custom orders for all occasions including cakes, cupcakes, pies, and loaves.
After years of struggling with body-image issues, Gina learned she was intolerant to gluten and dairy. (She has been gluten free since 1993). She now tweaks her family’s recipes and treats to create gluten- and dairy-free versions for all to enjoy. The song “Defying Gravity” is about pushing the limits and breaking boundaries, and that really resonates with Gina.
Visit Defying Gravitea at 211 Newark Pompton Turnpike in Pequannock. To learn more:| See them on Google Maps | Visit their Website | Follow on Instagram | Give them a Call |
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Do you accept Reservations?
They accept reservations for parties of four or more at their community table.
Are there Gluten-free options?
Yes, all baked goods are gluten-free and dairy-free. Food is also gluten-free, with available dairy-free options.
Are there Vegetarian options?
Defying Gravitea offers vegetarian options yes.
Do you offer Takeout?
They do offer takeout, yes.
Can you offer Delivery?
Delivery services will begin in mid-July 2023.
Do you have a Liquor license?
No, they do not serve alcohol.
Is there a Kids’ menu?
They do not have a kids’ menu, no.
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Not long after Karson Culuko was born, he had a stuffed basketball in his crib. He's been attending camps run by his father Kent and uncle Craig Culuko since he was 3, before he could even dribble.Hoops is part of the family history, something discussed at every gathering.Karson Culuko added to the scrapbook on Thursday night, scoring his 1,000th career point in Pequannock's 79-62 NJAC-Liberty loss to visiting Morris Catholic. He sank a 3-pointer from the right side off a pass from senior Gavin Fazekas with 2:33 ...
Not long after Karson Culuko was born, he had a stuffed basketball in his crib. He's been attending camps run by his father Kent and uncle Craig Culuko since he was 3, before he could even dribble.
Hoops is part of the family history, something discussed at every gathering.
Karson Culuko added to the scrapbook on Thursday night, scoring his 1,000th career point in Pequannock's 79-62 NJAC-Liberty loss to visiting Morris Catholic. He sank a 3-pointer from the right side off a pass from senior Gavin Fazekas with 2:33 left in the third quarter.
A 6-foot-1 guard, Karson Culuko is the eighth Golden Panthers boy to reach the milestone. But he's the third in his own family.
Grandfather Cliff Culuko scored 1,032 points at Bergenfield High School, graduating in 1965. After a four-year basketball career at Long Island University in Brooklyn, he became a physical education teacher and boys varsity basketball coach back at Bergenfield. After 18 years, he shifted to a volunteer assistant position at Mahwah so he could coach his own sons: Kent and Craig.
Kent Culuko, Karson's father, scored 2,780 points for Mahwah. He is No. 2 in Bergen County, one point behind Les Cason, who played at East Rutherford (now Becton) until 1971. Kent Culuko was with the then-New Jersey Nets for two preseasons, then played overseas for 10 years and even with the Harlem Globetrotters.
"I didn't have any other option. It was just born in me," said Karson Culuko, who grew up shooting from long range, like his 10-year-old brother Jordan does now.
"Ever since my freshman year, that's all I've been thinking about: having my name on that banner with 1,000 points. It means a lot to me and my family."
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Kent, Craig and Cliff Culuko were all part of Karson's celebration, just like they have been for every other step in his basketball career. Cliff Culuko, 76, drove up from Brigantine Island to stay at his daughter's house in Franklin Lakes to make sure he'd be there for Pequannock's Thursday night game.
Karson was also planning a party for his teammates, who had an internal competition over who would assist the milestone.
"As soon as I saw him on the court, I knew he was a tremendous player," Pequannock coach Jeff DeBell said. "He knows the game, and has a tremendous basketball IQ."
Culuko scored 132 points in his 14-game COVID freshman season and 380 points last winter, leading balanced Pequannock in scoring en route to the Morris County Tournament final. But Cliff Culuko "put a question mark on (his) chest," because his grandson wasn't consistent.
Culuko is averaging 24.3 points and 7.8 rebounds per game, stepping up into a leadership role alongside Pequannock senior Finn Powers. He scored 33 points on Thursday night, giving him 1,007 in three years.
He is already aiming at Jordan Tabakman's boys' school-record 1,494 points, something he's "been trying to beat in my head for a while." His father scored No. 1,000 early in his junior season and got to 2,000 at a holiday tournament a year later, so it's certainly possible.
"I can shoot. Craig can shoot. Kent was a great shooter," Cliff Culuko said. "Karson's a complete player. He can play inside and outside, shoot and rebound. He can do it all."
JEFFERSON – Amanda Nwankwo still remembers stepping on the court at Jefferson High School against Newton as a freshman, trying to shoot a layup and getting pushed. She tore her anterior cruciate ligament, and missed her entire sophomore season.With Nwankwo back in the lineup last winter, the Falcons reached the NJSIAA Group 2 final. When the 6-foot-3 center hurt her right knee early in Tuesday's NJSIAA North 1, Group 2 final, Nwankwo was very clear."It cannot happen again," said Nwankwo, who misse...
JEFFERSON – Amanda Nwankwo still remembers stepping on the court at Jefferson High School against Newton as a freshman, trying to shoot a layup and getting pushed. She tore her anterior cruciate ligament, and missed her entire sophomore season.
With Nwankwo back in the lineup last winter, the Falcons reached the NJSIAA Group 2 final. When the 6-foot-3 center hurt her right knee early in Tuesday's NJSIAA North 1, Group 2 final, Nwankwo was very clear.
"It cannot happen again," said Nwankwo, who missed much of the second and third quarters of Jefferson's nail-biter 66-61 victory over Pequannock.
"I could not give up on my team. I pushed my butt off. My team did not give up on me."
With Nwankwo getting treatment on her right knee, Pequannock was able to crank up its inside game. The seventh-seeded Golden Panthers opened the third quarter on a 10-0 run that lasted nearly five minutes.
Pequannock (11-7) was within three points when Jefferson junior Emily Poulas responded. She scored 10 of the top-seeded Falcons' 13 points in the third quarter, stretching the lead back out to eight.
"Amanda went down, and we did what we had to do," said Poulas, who finished with a game-high 23 points.
"I didn't really think about it beforehand. It just sort of happened. ... I don't think any of us are ready for it to end yet."
But the rejuvenated Golden Panthers never backed down again.
They took the lead on senior Nicole Klimek's 3-pointer from the right corner with 50 seconds left. Poulas responded with a three of her own from almost the exact same spot at the other end of the court 16 seconds later.
Jefferson coach James MacDermid called timeout, then Poulas got fouled and made both free throws to build the lead to three points. Pequannock coach Jennifer Baggott called a timeout of her own. But after Klimek missed another 3, the Golden Panthers were forced to foul.
Sophomore Kiley Shatzel sank one, waited out another Pequannock time out, and coolly made the second to start Jefferson's celebration.
Golden Panthers junior Chloe Vasquez scored 22 points. Senior Faith Tucker added half of her 16 points in the fourth quarter. Klimek had 15 for Pequannock.
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"Our girls felt a little more comfortable in the moment," Baggott said. "We're definitely an outside threat: a driving threat and a 3-point shooting threat. Our weakness is our size, and that's one of their strengths."
The Falcons (22-7) will play Secaucus in a Group 2 semifinal at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday at Bloomfield High School. Secaucus, the top seed in North 2, Group 2, toppled defending sectional champion Madison.
Jefferson had beaten the Dodgers in last year's Group semi, falling to Manasquan in the final.
Not long after that disappointment, the Falcons started building toward this year's title. They played in a Paterson summer league, then a challenging regular-season schedule including many larger schools like Montville (twice), Morristown and Paterson Eastside.
"We got the competition we needed for games like this," Poulas said, shortly before climbing a ladder to help cut down the net.
"We knew we would need moments like that for moments like this."
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