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Here at Denville Medical, our commitment is to you and your health. We are committed to improving your quality of life by effective treatment and therapy, catered specifically to your needs. Unlike some of our competition, we take a team approach to your treatment plan working together as a unit to provide the best possible care for our patients.
It's easy to start your healing journey at Denville Medical. It all starts when you contact our office to make an appointment. From there, we set you on a course to recovery through a three-step process:
Meet the Doctor: During your initial doctor consultation, we will talk at length about what challenges you're currently facing. From there, we will speak about your goals and what you want to accomplish together. The first conversation with your doctor is crucial and lays the groundwork for a life-changing experience at Denville Medical.
Craft a Customized Treatment Plan for Your Recovery: Some medical and rehabilitation centers in New Jersey apply the same treatments to all patients, regardless of their needs and goals. At Denville Medical, we don't subscribe to the "one size fits all" model. Instead, we rely on our seasoned team of doctors and physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists and specialists to find the right solution to your unique situation.
Start Feeling the Relief: Our hard work and commitment to recovery will pay off through our personalized work together. With the help of our skilled doctors and chiropractors, you can finally start living the life you want to live - all on your own terms.
At Denville Medical & Sports Rehabilitation Center, we are proud to provide holistic and wellness care that changes lives. Whether your body needs Chiropractor, physical therapy, acupuncture, or needs to see a specialist, we can help.
Here are just a few of the customized therapy services we offer to help our patients live with passion and confidence:
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.
Chiropractor is a common service offered at Denville Medical, often combined with our physical therapy, sports medicine, and acupuncture treatments. When delivering a whole wellness and body approach, chiropractic treatments generally focus on the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Our chiropractor's primary focus is to aid in adjusting your body's proper structure by improving nerve function and removing imbalances.
Our goal is to work together as a team to get you maximum medical improvement. To determine which chiropractic techniques and treatments are suitable for you, our chiropractors will conduct an initial evaluation to dig deep into your medical history, previous treatments, diagnostic tests, and current conditions. During your first consultation, be sure to ask any questions you may have. Once we agree on your customized chiropractic program, we will begin treatment as soon as possible.
Our patients typically feel relief during their initial visit. Although a reduction in pain is not an indication that the condition is gone, relief is the first step. As the chiropractor adjusts and manipulates your spine and joints, many feel a sense of relief as circulation is restored. A number of our patients admit to experiencing an increased range of motion after their first visit and increased function as they continue their care.
A single migraine can ruin your entire day. Migraines stem from irregular muscle contractions in the neck and head area. Anything from loud music to a bright computer screen can trigger these painful headaches. Fortunately, your chiropractor may be able to help provide an escape from the pain without surgery or drugs. Migraine symptoms include:
After speaking with your Doctor of Chiropractic, he or she may recommend treatments like trigger point therapy, which is a neuromuscular massage. Trigger point therapy boosts blood flow and releases pressure from compressed nerves in your body.
Whether you work in an office 40 hours a week or have to lift heavy items in a warehouse, neck pain is common across all people and professions. Neck pain is debilitating and can be caused by a range of issues like poor posture, work injuries, and harmful sleeping positions. These issues often strain your neck muscles. If you notice any of these symptoms, it could be time to consult with a chiropractor:
Chiropractor helps by relieving nerve and disc pressure. These nerves and discs are located between your vertebrae. After identifying the underlying cause of your pain, your chiropractor may use a combination of treatments to provide relief.
Have you been suffering from sharp pain that shoots down your back to your lower legs? If so, you might have sciatica. Your sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. Sciatic pain begins when your sciatic nerve is pinched or trapped, or you have underlying conditions like spinal stenosis or a herniated disc. Symptoms of Sciatica often include:
Proper Chiropractor can relieve your pain in a gentle, natural way. Since your pain is unique, your treatment plan should be too. Therapies include ultrasounds to reduce swelling, cold therapies to minimize inflammation, and adjustments to restore your vertebrae's alignment.
Joint pain from conditions like Arthritis can strip the joy out of simple activities that we enjoy every day. Fortunately, if you're looking for a non-invasive way to ease joint pain, your chiropractor may be able to help. Great Chiropractor will maximize the functionality of your joints with techniques like ultrasounds, cold laser therapies, and joint manipulation. Usually caused by various forms of Arthritis, age, and injuries, symptoms of joint pain include:
If joint pain affects your daily life, contact a licensed chiropractor to begin treatment ASAP. Your chiropractor will develop a customized plan around your pain to address the root cause of your discomfort.
Our hips serve many functions, from bearing weight to running. Since they're engaged in just about every way we move, hip problems can have serious consequences. Like neck pain, hip pain is very common â so much so that more than 58% of Americans are living with it, according to the CDC. Hip problems are usually caused by injuries or osteoarthritis, though normal wear and tear over time is also a contributing factor. If you notice any of these symptoms, an appointment with a chiropractor may be in order:
Since any joint in the body can be misaligned, like your hip joint, working with a chiropractor could be best for long-term relief. Any joint in the body can be out of alignment, including the hip joint, and it can cause severe pain, discomfort, and limited range of motion. Treatments in your personalized plan may include chiropractic adjustments, stretching, and exercise therapy.
Your spine comprises a litany of moving parts that must work together for healthy mobility. Spinal discs are just one of these parts, which act as cushions between your vertebrae. When you have a herniated disc, the bones in your spine grind against each other, causing intense pain. Also called a slipped disc, this back problem is very common and can be caused by wear and tear with age or traumatic events like car accidents. Keep an eye out for the following symptoms of a herniated disc:
After your chiropractor evaluates your spine for overall functionality, they will develop a personalized treatment plan for ongoing care. Common treatments for herniated discs include spinal manipulation techniques like flexion-distraction and therapeutic exercises.
Spinal Decompression Therapy is designed to relieve nerve compression in the spine. This gentle stretch helps relieve pressure and realign the spine in order to reduce those unbearable symptoms. In addition, once the spine is properly aligned, blood flow will increase, reducing swelling and inflammation of the problem area. This then allows the body to be more mobile, or, as a provider will say, increases your range of motion, for easier movement and functionality of the body.
Methods of Spinal Decompression Therapy include:
Keep in mind, Spinal Decompression Therapy is not for everyone. Diagnostic tests, such as an x-ray, MRI or Ct-scan are required for a proper and full examination.
At Denville Medical, we aim to serve you with long-lasting quality of life through personalized chiropractic treatments in New Jersey. The path to a pain-free life begins with a customized treatment plan tailored to your body and needs. We start with your first evaluation, where our experts dig deep into your medical history, current condition, your overall health goals and perform diagnostic tests. From there, we'll create your plan and help you hit your milestones every step of the way until your quality of life is improved.
If you're sick and tired of living with painful limitations, we're here to help you break free. No surgery. No addictive medicine. Only comprehensive Chiropractor, crafted with health and happiness in mind.
Answer : While some chiropractors 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.
If we could offer you one piece of advice, it would be not to settle for mediocre medical treatment and therapeutic options. If you're looking for a team of doctors and therapists who work together and take an interdisciplinary approach to healing, Denville Medical & Sports Rehabilitation is here for you. Contact our office today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your chiropractic goals and live your life, pain-free.
Officials said taxpayers would get a reduction in the school debt part of their property tax bills if the issue passes.Michelle Rotuno-Johnson, Patch Staff|Updated Mon, Mar 11, 2024 at 3:20 pm ETMORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Residents in the West Morris Regional High School District head to the polls Tuesday to vote on a measure to fund improvements at the two high schools.Registered voters in Chester Bor...
Michelle Rotuno-Johnson, Patch Staff
|Updated Mon, Mar 11, 2024 at 3:20 pm ET
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — Residents in the West Morris Regional High School District head to the polls Tuesday to vote on a measure to fund improvements at the two high schools.
Registered voters in Chester Borough, Chester Township, Mendham Borough, Mendham Township, and Washington Township are eligible to cast their ballots.
Voters will be asked if the school should issue about $26 million in bonds, to fund improvements and updates around the district. Officials said taxpayers would get a reduction in the school debt part of their property tax bills if the issue passes, compared to the current bond issue that taxpayers are paying off.
If residents approve the referendum, both schools would receive significant similar upgrades, including air conditioning in all classrooms, cafeteria and kitchen upgrades, and roof and parking lot repairs.
Polls are open Tuesday, March 12 from from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. All mailed ballots must be postmarked, or turned in to a local drop box, by Tuesday as well.
According to district officials, West Morris Regional is in the unique position of presenting voters with a plan that would decrease school debt taxes by about 35 percent. Because the district is nearing the end of its debt payments from the last referendum (passed in 2004), taxpayers will still pay less than they did before if the current referendum is approved.
The $26 million plan also includes updates to both schools' technology labs and the field house shower and storage facilities. The West Morris Mendham culinary arts room would be refurbished to improve student learning and meet student interest, and the public address system would be upgraded to match West Morris Central's.
The total project costs for the referendum would be $26,047,276, with the state contributing $7,983,309 if the voters approve it, district officials said.
Early voting ended Monday at 3 p.m.
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The total project costs for the referendum would be $26,047,276, with the state contributing $7,983,309, district officials said.Vianella Burns, Patch StaffMENDHAM/CHESTER, NJ — Next month, residents will be asked to vote on one question on the ballot, looking to spend a total of an additional $26 million to fund critical improvements and updates around the West Morris Regional High School District.The vote, whic...
Vianella Burns, Patch Staff
MENDHAM/CHESTER, NJ — Next month, residents will be asked to vote on one question on the ballot, looking to spend a total of an additional $26 million to fund critical improvements and updates around the West Morris Regional High School District.
The vote, which was approved by the Board of Education in December, is scheduled for March 12.
According to district officials, if voters approve the referendum, both schools would receive significant similar upgrades, including air conditioning in all classrooms, cafeteria and kitchen upgrades, and roof and parking lot repairs
"West Morris Central and West Morris Mendham are sources of community pride for the towns that send to the district. Taking care of the infrastructure at both schools is a top priority for the Board of Education and the communities it serves," the district said.
The $26 million plan also includes updates to both schools' technology labs and the field house shower and storage facilities. The West Morris Mendham culinary arts room would be refurbished to improve student learning and meet student interest, and the public address system would be upgraded to match West Morris Central's.
According to district officials, West Morris Regional is in the unique position of presenting voters with a plan that would decrease school debt taxes by about 35 percent.
Because the district is nearing the end of its debt payments from the last referendum, which was passed in 2004, if the current referendum is approved, taxpayers will pay less than they did before.
As a result, taxpayers would receive an average 35 percent reduction in the school debt part of their property tax bills.
The entire cost of the referendum would be $26,047,276, with the state providing $7,983,309 to lower local school debt taxes. The state tax dollars, which residents of Morris County have already paid to the state, will only be given to the West Morris Regional High School District if voters approve the referendum.
Here is the tax breakdown for Mendham and Chester:
Community: | Average Assessed Value | Annual Cost Replacement Debt | Cost Savings Per Year |
Chester Borough | $520,000 | $66 | -$35 |
Chester Township | $660,000 | $123 | -$64 |
Mendham Borough | $695,000 | $121 | -$63 |
Mendham Township | $940,000 | $126 | -$66 |
At West Morris Mendham, the projects include:
Due to funding limits, neither the school's halls nor field houses will be air-conditioned, nor will West Morris Central's auxiliary gym. The district stated that they will utilize separate funds to add air conditioning to the field buildings in the future.
If voters pass the referendum, the district will be able to proceed with the next round of selling bonds and seeking competitive construction bids, which could begin as early as summer 2024 for certain projects.
Work would be scheduled in coordination with the district to keep the level of disruption to a minimum.
The projects are expected to be completed over three to four years.
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Patch is asking candidates for their views on issues in the West Morris Regional District. Here are candidate Natasha Chandler's answers: Vianella Burns, Patch Staff|Updated Thu, Oct 26, 2023 at 6:11 pm ETCHESTER, NJ — Election Day is nearing, and Chester voters will soon head to the polls to cast their votes for a seat on the regional high school board.Patch sent questionnaires to all candidates, seeking ...
Vianella Burns, Patch Staff
|Updated Thu, Oct 26, 2023 at 6:11 pm ET
CHESTER, NJ — Election Day is nearing, and Chester voters will soon head to the polls to cast their votes for a seat on the regional high school board.
Patch sent questionnaires to all candidates, seeking their responses. Here is the response from candidate Natasha Chandler.
Editor's Note: Patch emailed all candidates at the email addresses listed for their campaigns in the clerk's office. The responses will be revealed between now and the general election on November 7. These comments will be published with just minor stylistic changes. Candidates who wish to participate but did not receive an invitation should email [email protected].
Name: Natasha Chandler
Age: 52
Town of residence: Chester Township for 22 years!
Position sought: Chester Township representative for the West Morris Regional High School Board of Education
Family: My husband (Pete) and I have been married for 22 years and we have three daughters, who all went to Chester Schools since kindergarten. Victoria graduated from Mendham, where she played softball and is now a sophomore at Michigan State. Emilia graduated from the Mendham IB program and is a freshman at SMU Cox Business School in Dallas, Texas. Our youngest, Lily, is a junior at Mendham, where she is actively involved and plays field hockey and softball. They have all had a great education and experience at West Morris Mendham High School.
Education: I have two graduate degrees with a Masters in Social-Organizational Psychology from Columbia University and an MBA and B.S. in Marketing from Monmouth University, where I am currently on the Board of the Business School, leading the faculty curriculum advancement committee.
Occupation: Senior Partner at Korn Ferry (Human Capital Advisory) leading the North American Industrial and Energy Sector. I advise executives of top companies on how to build and evolve top-performing organizations through people.
Previous or current elected appointed office: West Morris Regional Board of Education (since 2020) and chair of the Personnel Committee and member of the Education and Referendum Committee. I have also been actively involved on the budget and finance committees.
Why are you seeking to run for school board?
I want to ensure West Morris Regional High School District remains a top district and to do this, my focus is on student engagement, teacher effectiveness, and parent involvement. Student engagement should be at the center of everything we do to ensure our students thrive in a positive learning environment that fosters their interests and curiosity and uncovers their fullest potential.
Teacher effectiveness is the key to unlocking student potential and as Chair of the Personnel committee, I am confident that we hire, develop, and support our teachers so they can be great. PARENT INVOLVEMENT to help as advocates and partner with the school in social and educational development and to be involved in key decisions affecting their children is also important.
What, in your opinion, is the most pressing issue in the school district?
Frankly, I have been disturbed about the political and state regulatory overreach impacting our district and students. Since I have been on the board since 2020, I have been committed to following state laws while also ensuring we represent the needs of all students in the communities where we live.
There have been lots of heated board meetings across New Jersey with parents voicing strong concerns about NJ laws and their impact on districts on topics like: COVID Mask mandates, Curriculum, gender identity, parent rights, and what is appropriate reading material for high school students.
In all cases, my approach is to listen to all points of view and then make a decision based on what I think is in the best interest of students (and families in my district). Being that most of our students are children (under 18 years old), in most cases, I still have a bias that the school must consider the parents and inform and involve them in matters impacting their child.
What sets you apart from the other candidates?
EXPERIENCE. I am a proven leader who has been successful in improving the West Morris Regional High School District. I have a good reputation and strong relationships with board members, administration, and the superintendent. Having served on all the board committees, I understand the issues and policies and where we need to focus to continue to evolve and remain a top district. ADVOCACY: I show up and speak up for families in Chester and deeply understand education and what skills are needed for students to be successful in the "real world." I am approachable and have parents reach out to discuss topics they are concerned about – and I listen and support them. COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP: I am very active in Chester and have been the VP of the PTO, a Girl Scout Leader, a Co-founder of the Chester Baroque Orchestra and a volunteer and donor to countless organizations. I am also a member of St. Lawrence Catholic Church.
What special qualifications do you bring to help meet the challenge?
Proven Leadership focused on District Excellence
What else would you like to share about yourself or your campaign?
Thank you very much for reading this and for considering me. If you would like more information or to speak with me, please go to my facebook page "Natasha Chandler for WMMHS BOE"
CHESTER, NJ — The Borough of Chester is in the process of implementing a borough-wide reassessment for the tax year 2024, which is a continuation of a reassessment process that began many years ago.The Division of Taxation requires that 20 percent of the borough be inspected each year, according to officials. This means that every five years, each property in the borough will be inspected.Property owners whose properties will be inspected will receive letters in advance of the inspections from Appraisal Systems Inc., the ...
CHESTER, NJ — The Borough of Chester is in the process of implementing a borough-wide reassessment for the tax year 2024, which is a continuation of a reassessment process that began many years ago.
The Division of Taxation requires that 20 percent of the borough be inspected each year, according to officials. This means that every five years, each property in the borough will be inspected.
Property owners whose properties will be inspected will receive letters in advance of the inspections from Appraisal Systems Inc., the company performing the assessment.
Appraisal Systems Inc. has been in operation for more than 40 years and is one of only a select group of companies that the State of New Jersey has authorized to carry out property tax revaluations across the entire state.
If you are not at home, a letter with information on how to schedule an appointment will be left at the property. The ASI field inspector will inspect and photograph the exterior during the first visit.
Since the reassessment is a continuous process and this is ASI's first year assisting the assessor with residential properties, photographs of all residential properties throughout the borough will be taken.
If ASI inspectors are unable to conduct an interior inspection of a home, they will make assumptions based on exterior conditions and neighborhood characteristics. This may result in a higher property assessment, officials said.
Borough officials have stressed that the process does not imply that all residents and business owners will face higher property taxes; rather, the new tax rates are based on borough-wide averages.
Residents whose property values have increased faster than the borough average can anticipate higher tax rates, while those whose values have increased more slowly can anticipate lower tax rates.
Residents whose properties have increased in line with the borough average should not expect a tax increase.
"The amount of property taxes is based upon the operating budgets of the Municipal Government, School Districts, County government, and State Aid. The reassessment will change the aggregate value of the properties in the borough; however, because the same amount of overall tax is to be collected, the tax rate will change. Until the reassessment is completed and the tax rate is computed, it will be difficult to determine your property taxes," the borough said.
Following the revaluation, each property owner will receive a letter outlining the proposed assessment for 2024 and will have the opportunity to meet with an ASI representative to discuss any potential change.
Here is a list of how much these top-paid Mendham and Chester school superintendents and principals made in 2022-2023. Vianella Burns, Patch StaffMENDHAM/CHESTER, NJ — It's becoming more common for superintendents, principals, and educational administrators state-wide to earn more than $150,000 including in Mendham and Chester, according to data from the New Jersey Department of Education.Patch pulled salary data...
Vianella Burns, Patch Staff
MENDHAM/CHESTER, NJ — It's becoming more common for superintendents, principals, and educational administrators state-wide to earn more than $150,000 including in Mendham and Chester, according to data from the New Jersey Department of Education.
Patch pulled salary data that includes superintendents, principals and assistant principals, curriculum directors and other employees in administrative positions within New Jersey schools.
Overall, more than 3,200 administrators made $150,000 or more during the 2022-23 school year — about 600 more than the year prior.
In Morris County, Superintendent of the West Morris Regional High School District Michael Ben-David topped the list of earners with a salary of $254,383 followed by the Morris Hills Regional School District's Superintendent James Jencarelli with $253,893.
Ben-David recently left the West Morris Regional High School District for another job last month and will be replaced by Barbara Sargent, the former superintendent of the Parsippany-Troy Hills Township School District.
The highest earner for the Mendham Township School District last year was Superintendent Salvatore M. Constantino, who earned a salary of $232,085. The Superintendent of Schools for the Mendham Borough School District, Mitzi Morillo follows close behind with a salary of $230,625.
In Chester, the highest earner was Christina Van Woert, the Superintendent of Schools for Chester Township School District. According to reports, Van Woert earned $230,928 last year.
Here are the top earners in Mendham and Chester school administration, along with their current or most recent position and most recent salary. All data comes from the New Jersey Department of Education:
Former Governor Chris Christie imposed a $175,000 salary cap for superintendents in 2011. In 2017, the Christie administration increased the maximum base pay for superintendents to $191,584.
Then, in 2019, Gov. Phil Murphy signed legislation that repealed the salary cap for superintendents while also establishing guidelines for school-executive contracts to limit or standardize bonuses and other perks.
School executive pay has long been a controversial subject in both local school district budgeting and state policy. Some of the state's highest-paid administrators received five-digit raises last year. But when the position's pay was capped, many districts struggled to maintain experienced superintendents, according to a 2019 analysis from NJ Spotlight.
Superintendents, principals and other school leaders throughout the nation have faced intense scrutiny for COVID-19 management and from politically charged movements to overhaul or eliminate certain subjects and topics from the curriculum. But those obstacles have also fallen to teachers and other rank-and-file school employees. And the pandemic exacerbated New Jersey's shortage of teaching candidates.
With reporting from Michelle Rotuno-Johnson/Patch staff.
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