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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 – find your new lease on life at Denville Medical and Sports Rehabilitation Center.
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he name Ombra means ‘shade’ or ‘shadow’ in Italian. It’s also Venetian slang for a small glass of wine, ‘un ombra de vin.’ It’s a fitting name for the Venetian-inspired salumeria and bar open in Boonton. But the name has even further cultural meaning behind it.Legend says that a wine ven...
he name Ombra means ‘shade’ or ‘shadow’ in Italian. It’s also Venetian slang for a small glass of wine, ‘un ombra de vin.’ It’s a fitting name for the Venetian-inspired salumeria and bar open in Boonton. But the name has even further cultural meaning behind it.
Legend says that a wine vendor set up his wine cart daily beneath a bell tower in Venice. He’d move his cart to stay in the tower’s shadow as the sun moved. That’s how the expression ‘to meet someone in the shadow of the bell tower’ came to mean ‘meet for a glass of wine.’ Over time, a glass of wine in Venice became known as an ‘ombra.’
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The restaurant is broken into a main dining area and lower level bar. The main floor boasts a mid-century modern vibe with a large oak bar. Patrons will notice exposed brick, tufted brown leather banquettes, and a white marble open-kitchen area. Meanwhile, the downstairs offers a smaller bar in a dimly lit intimate lounge with velvet couches and vintage cocktail tables. They also offer tasting events in their downstairs lounge, including wine tastings and cocktail classes.
Ombra features seasonal cocktails with an Italian flare. All the wines are Italian, focusing on the Veneto and other northern regions of Italy. The curated list is designed to pair with the cuisine and mimic the lists someone would see in Venice.
The Venetian-inspired menu at Ombra consists of various small plates highlighting local and seasonal ingredients and quality, imported products. Most of the menu features “tagliare,” or meat and cheese boards with artisanal cheeses and imported and cured meats. They also serve “cicchetti,” which are traditional small bites. Some examples are pesto and shrimp or goat cheese and salami served on crostini.
Other options include salads, antipasti, breads, and desserts such as the chocolate-butterscotch bomb or ricotta cheesecake with pistachio and cranberry. These desserts are all homemade at one of their other restaurants, Sorellina in Hoboken.
Popular dishes include their baccala salad, quail egg with anchovy, and a current seasonal favorite, apple butter with brebirousse cheese. Likewise, the panzanella salad with homemade focaccia bread and their burrata are big hits. They serve the latter with pears, apples, and granola.
Ombra Owner and Operator Gabi Lombardi grew up nearby in Mountain Lakes. “This was sort of a ‘hometown’ opening for me which is special,” she says. “It’s been really fun seeing many familiar faces enjoying Ombra.”
Gabi is a certified sommelier and International Culinary Center (ICC) graduate. She currently owns three other spots in Hoboken—Sorellina, Sirenetta, and Backstage Lounge. In addition, Gabi is currently renovating a restaurant down the road in Boonton (previously Il Michaelangelo). This new spot will be a full-service, two-story restaurant aiming to open in summer 2024.
Visit Ombra at 516 Main St in Boonton. (See them on Google Maps.) To learn more:
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Do you accept Reservations?
Yes, they accept reservations.
Are there Gluten-free options?
Yes, they have gluten-free options.
Are there Vegetarian options?
Ombra offers vegetarian options yes.
Do you offer Takeout?
They do not offer takeout, no.
Can you offer Delivery?
No, they do not offer delivery services.
Do you have a Liquor license?
Yes, they serve a variety of Italian-inspired cocktails.
Is there a Kids’ menu?
They do not have a kids’ menu, no.
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BOONTON, New Jersey (WABC) -- A community in Boonton expressed their outrage after the town's decision to reverse a ruling that bans almost all flags from being flown outside town hall, including the Pride flag.A prior ordinance -- hastily passed by a narrow margin during the town's prior administration -- allowed Pride flags to be flown from town flagpoles. But that is no more.Boonton Mayor James Lynch said in a statement that reversing the ruling "mitigates the unintended consequences and risk of allowing the town's flag...
BOONTON, New Jersey (WABC) -- A community in Boonton expressed their outrage after the town's decision to reverse a ruling that bans almost all flags from being flown outside town hall, including the Pride flag.
A prior ordinance -- hastily passed by a narrow margin during the town's prior administration -- allowed Pride flags to be flown from town flagpoles. But that is no more.
Boonton Mayor James Lynch said in a statement that reversing the ruling "mitigates the unintended consequences and risk of allowing the town's flagpoles to be public forums that would be open to all flags and even some flags that could be considered undesirable to people."
"The only reason that we can conclude this is that we are the only ones who submitted an application to run a flag," said business owner Vickie Sommers.
The group, Boonton Pride, also won't be allowed to fly a flag over town hall for Pride Month and one on the pole over Grace Lord Park during their annual Pride Fest.
They say the town council reversing the ordinance is backlash for strides they've made in expanding acceptance in the town.
"I feel like made everyone feel so good that the town was behind them in a way that they hadn't shown before," said Boonton Pride's Lindsey Weismann. "And I think some people really hated that."
The LGBTIQ community and its supporters in town rallied on Wednesday, chalking out Pride flags on sidewalks in front of businesses.
"I believe in freedom of showing yourself, whoever you are," said business owner Alex Krasniakov.
Boonton Pride members acknowledged their main focus now is to get the ruling reversed once again.
"It's only been four months and they've completely overturned a bipartisan ordinance that they all agreed on at that time," Weismann said. "So it's huge."
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3-minute readMorristown Daily RecordAs many ready for spring break in Morris County, some schools are preparing for a change in top leadership.One slot was filled last week when Brad Siegel was named the new superintendent of Mountain Lakes' K-12 school district. A new opening has yet to...
Morristown Daily Record
As many ready for spring break in Morris County, some schools are preparing for a change in top leadership.
One slot was filled last week when Brad Siegel was named the new superintendent of Mountain Lakes' K-12 school district. A new opening has yet to be filled in Boonton Township, where Christian Angelillo announced earlier this month that he would be leaving to take a similar position at a Jersey Shore district.
In Denville, meanwhile, the Rev. Peter Clarke will step down at the end of the school year after seven years as president of Morris Catholic High School.
Siegel, currently superintendent in the K-8 Upper Saddle River district in Bergen County, will succeed Michael Fetherman, who is retiring on June 30.
Fetherman, who took over in Mountain Lakes in 2020, oversaw an expansion of the high school, coped with the COVID-19 pandemic and is currently involved in negotiations for a new 10-year send-receive contract with Boonton Township, whose students attend the district high school. Mountain Lakes serves about 1,400 students, according to state data.
Siegel, who starts on July 1, was hired after a superintendent search committee was formed late last year to recruit a replacement. Candidate interviews were completed last month.
Prior to his five years in Upper Saddle River, Siegel was the K-12 director of curriculum, instruction and assessment for Bergen County's quad-districts (Allendale, Ho-Ho-Kus, Upper Saddle River, and Northern Highlands Regional.) He holds a doctoral degree from Teachers College at Columbia University through the Arts & Humanities Department.
In neighboring Boonton Township, another K-8 district, the school board will hold a special meeting Wednesday to discuss the search to replace Angelillo, who is leaving to take the superintendent's job in Ocean City.
“I look forward to becoming a part of the fabric of the Ocean City community and forging lastingrelationships that will help remind us to celebrate our past accomplishments, while working together toachieve future successes that will make us all proud,” Angelillo stated in a statement issued by the Ocean City district.
Angelillo's new job will see him lead a larger district in Ocean City, which includes a high school, intermediate school and primary school serving 1,877 students. Boonton Township, by comparison, teaches about 400 students in one facility, Rockaway Valley School on Valley Road. Angelillo was selected from a pool of more than 50 applicants, the Ocean City district said in announcing his hire.
Earlier this month, Boonton Township residents voted down a $15 million referendum to fund improvements at Rockaway Valley School, the oldest portions of which were built in 1959. The school board and administration "will evaluate community feedback before deciding how to move forward," Angelillo said after that vote.
After seven years, Rev. Clarke announced last week he will step down as top official at Morris Catholic, which pulls students mostly from Morris County but in recent years has supplemented its enrollment with international students.
"I write to you today with a heavy heart," Clarke advised the school community in a letter last week. "Recently, I spoke to Bishop Sweeney and told him that I would be stepping down as president of Morris Catholic at the end of this academic year. I have always strived to be transparent, and as many of you know, the past few years have been extraordinarily difficult for me with the passing of my mother and some personal medical issues."
Founded in 1957, the school reports 425 students for this school year. Superintendent Mary Baiers is expected to advise the community on the search process for a new leader this week.
"Please join me in thanking Fr. Peter for his service and wishing him all the best in his future endeavors," Board of Trustees Chair Pat McAndrew wrote in a statement following Clarke's announcement. "I want to assure everyone that we will be working closely with the diocese [of Paterson] to ensure we find the best possible candidate to replace him."
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A native of Mount Olive who grew up in Roxbury, Clarke served as principal of Don Bosco Prep in Wayne prior to arriving at Morris Catholic in 2017. Like Clarke and Angelillo, his term coincided with the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic.
"I am very proud of all our school community has accomplished over the past seven years," Clarke wrote. "It has indeed been a privilege to continue the fantastic work that generations have achieved and build upon the amazing things that happen daily at Morris Catholic."
The Denville campus also is home to New Jersey's smallest college: In 2014, the Assumption College for Sisters took residence in the former Sisters of Christian Charity dormitory at the high school.
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.
2-minute readVoters in the West Morris School District overwhelmingly approved a $26 million referendum Tuesday while a similar $15 million proposal failed in Boonton Township.Both districts were seeking funds for repairs, improvements and expansion of school facilities. The West Morr...
Voters in the West Morris School District overwhelmingly approved a $26 million referendum Tuesday while a similar $15 million proposal failed in Boonton Township.
Both districts were seeking funds for repairs, improvements and expansion of school facilities. The West Morris referendum passed by a vote of 2,303 to 1,255 in a district operating two regional high schools serving the Mendhams, Chesters and Washington. Voters in the single-school K-8 district in Boonton Township denied the referendum by a vote of 521 to 404.
Combined voter turnout for the two questions was 12.2%, according to the Morris County Clerk.
Boonton Township officials hoped to offset the cost of their project proposals with $4.7 million in qualifying state aid that required the referendum to pass first. The district hoped to use the funds in part to replace outdated systems and "improve the school environment" for the 400 students at the K-8 Rockaway Valley School. High school students in the township attend Mountain Lakes High School, where that district is currently seeking a tuition increase from Boonton Township.
“Our responsibility to address the building needs at Rockaway Valley School does not end with this vote," Superintendent Dr. Christian Angelillo wrote in a statement on Wednesday. "The board and administration will evaluate community feedback before deciding how to move forward. We will keep our community updated on the process. We appreciate Boonton Township voters taking the time to learn about the projects and cast their ballots."
The Boonton Township proposal included a new HVAC system for air-conditioned classrooms, updated boilers for heating, additional storage space, a security vestibule for the school entrance, renovations to the nurse's office and an art room and completion of a roof replacement that began in phases over the past two years.
The West Morris approval unlocks $8 million in state aid for planned projects that include partial roof replacements and parking lot improvements, cafeteria and kitchen upgrades, technology labs and air conditioning in all classrooms and common areas at West Morris Central High School in Washington Township and West Morris Mendham High in Mendham.
Updates also will be made to the fieldhouse shower and storage facilities at both schools as well as to the culinary arts room and public address system at West Morris Mendham.
Combined, the two schools serve about 2,100 students in southwest Morris County.
BOONTON, N.J. -- A Morris County park has been closed after a close call with a bear and a flurry of sightings across New Jersey.A parkgoer's encounter with a black bear forced officials to close Tourne County Park in Boonton this week....
BOONTON, N.J. -- A Morris County park has been closed after a close call with a bear and a flurry of sightings across New Jersey.
A parkgoer's encounter with a black bear forced officials to close Tourne County Park in Boonton this week.
"A bear followed a patron out of the park, even though it knew it was there. It got within a close distance," said Kelli Kovacevic, director of park maintenance and natural resources for Morris County.
The bear's aggressive behavior toward a person was not typical.
"It's unusual behavior. Bears usually keep a distance from humans, especially if they know they're there," said Kovacevic.
According to Kovacevic, part of the blame is on parkgoers who all too often let their dogs run off leash.
"Dogs running off leash are unpredictable in nature, even though people think they have them under control. We often find them running off into the woods and it leads to negative encounters with wildlife," said Kovacevic.
Dogs are required to be on a 6-foot leash in Tourne Park.
Jack Hall walks in and around the park daily and frequently sees dog owners ignoring the rule.
"I really sympathize with the bears because people constantly don't put their dogs on leashes, and that's the cause of it," said Hall.
The 500-plus-acre park has been closed since Wednesday. A trap was put out to try to catch the aggressive bear. Officials will evaluate whether to safely reopen the park next week.
"There is wildlife in the park, particularly bears. We are in bear country," said Kovacevic. "Never feed a bear, never approach a bear. Definitely keeping dogs on leash would go a long way to prevent future incidents."
June and July are the peak of black bear mating season, which makes it the most active time of year for bear sightings.
Morris County officials will continue monitoring the park to make sure people are not going in while it's closed.
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