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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 â find your new lease on life at Denville Medical and Sports Rehabilitation Center.
BUTLER, NJ - Butler’s Lyn Lowndes, will be marching in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.Lyn Lowndes holds a variety of positions in our Butler community. She is not only the current President of The Butler Education Association, but also Band Director at Richard Butler School, Marching Band Director at Butler High School, and Pit Orchestra Conductor for Butler High School musicals.Lowndes earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education at William Paterson University and attended Ramapo College to complete a Ma...
BUTLER, NJ - Butler’s Lyn Lowndes, will be marching in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Lyn Lowndes holds a variety of positions in our Butler community. She is not only the current President of The Butler Education Association, but also Band Director at Richard Butler School, Marching Band Director at Butler High School, and Pit Orchestra Conductor for Butler High School musicals.
Lowndes earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education at William Paterson University and attended Ramapo College to complete a Masters of Science Degree in Educational Technology.
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Outside of our Butler community, Lowndes is President of The North Jersey Area Band Junior High Division and President-Elect for The North Jersey School Music Association.
She has been the manager of both Area and Junior Region Bands, Band Division Co-Chair for the NJSMA Band Division, an Adjunct Professor of Music at William Paterson University, Saluting Americas Band Directors, and has performed with the New Jersey Wind Symphony since 2007.
Lowndes has earned several awards including “Making a Difference Award” in 2003, and “Teacher of the Year” in 2011.
The Organization, Saluting America's Band Directors, which she will be marching with, released a statement:
"Following its amazing inaugural appearance in the 2022 Rose Parade,® the Saluting America’s Band Directors project is again bringing together band directors from across the country to New York City on November 23, 2023, under the theme, 'America’s band directors: We teach music. We teach life.'
Lyn M. Lowndes, the Band Director at the Richard Butler Middle School and the Marching Band Director for Butler High School in Butler, NJ has been selected to join a marching band of 400 band directors from across the country in the historic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on November 23, 2023.
The Saluting America’s Band Directors parade entry will again convey its theme, “America’s band directors: We teach music. We teach life.” to recognize the extraordinary dedication and accomplishments of band directors and music educators everywhere. Throughout their careers, the music educators in this band have collectively mentored and taught hundreds of thousands of students. These professionals not only teach and direct music, they teach about life itself.
According to Lowndes, “she is excited to have been selected for the group, and that it is exciting to be leading by example – showing her students that she just doesn’t teach them how to march and perform, but that she can do the work herself as well. In addition, she is thankful for the support of the Butler School District.”
The band will be directed by nationally known music educator and innovative band director Jon Waters.
The sponsoring organization behind the Saluting America’s Band Directors project is the Michael D. Sewell
Memorial Foundation, based in Pickerington, Ohio. The foundation was created to recognize and carry on the work of the late Mike Sewell, who dedicated his life to the school and community music programs in Pickerington and the Central Ohio area for almost 40 years."
BUTLER — On Saturday, Naz Oliver will gather together with his family and bury his grandmother. On Friday night, the Shabazz head football coach gathered with his football family and won a championship.Oliver, in his first season at Shabazz, saw the Bulldogs navigate numerous transfers and late season uncertainty into a 40-13 win over Butler in Friday's North 2, Group 1 sectional final."It means everything," Oliver said. "We've been through so much. We know all of the doubters slept on us all...
BUTLER — On Saturday, Naz Oliver will gather together with his family and bury his grandmother. On Friday night, the Shabazz head football coach gathered with his football family and won a championship.
Oliver, in his first season at Shabazz, saw the Bulldogs navigate numerous transfers and late season uncertainty into a 40-13 win over Butler in Friday's North 2, Group 1 sectional final.
"It means everything," Oliver said. "We've been through so much. We know all of the doubters slept on us all year but that as the season went on, nobody could beat us. We've proven that now."
Shabazz scored on its second drive with a 7-yard touchdown run by Bi'Shay Sanders on the final play of the first quarter. A two-point conversion gave Shabazz an 8-0 lead after one quarter. Shabazz kept the pressure on offensively as Zairean McDonald's 36-yard touchdown run made it a 14-0 lead with exactly eight minutes left before halftime.
In the second half, Butler came flying out the gate with a methodical drive down the field. Matt Barile capped the drive off with a 1-yard touchdown run. The extra point was short, but pulled the lead to within 14-6. However, that's as close as Butler would get. Daveion Porter's 52-yard touchdown run gave Shabazz a 20-6 lead after three quarters.
In the fourth quarter, Butler struck one more time with a Bobby Battipede touchdown pass to PJ Coffey and trailed 20-13 with 11:24 to go. However, Shabazz put the game out of reach.
Running clock late, Nazir Smith surprised the Butler defense with a 38-yard touchdown pass to Nyad Walker, growing the lead to 26-13. As Butler tried to answer, an interception led to a short field and a 4-yard Rahmir Jackson touchdown run. McDonald added a 72-yard touchdown run late to put the game out of reach.
Shabazz began the season 1-2 as a lot of new pieces found their places. Oliver, a standout at St. Peter's Prep, had eight players transfer from his alma mater in the offseason. Not only did they sit out, but the team as a whole had to gel together.
"There was a lot of individualism when we first came together," Oliver said. "We had guys who were selfish and we went through adversity. The losses turned this team into what it is. The wins were great, but the losses were what we really held on to."
The result came with Shabazz's first sectional title since going undefeated in 2017. All of this success for the Bulldogs after being on the bubble of the Group 1 playoff picture entering their season finale against Glen Ridge.
Shabazz won to stay in the playoff picture and then took a sectional title as the No. 6 seed in the bracket. The Bulldogs, along with West Morris, are the lowest seeds to win sectional championships in the state.
"We were out of the playoffs after Week 9," Oliver said. "We were preparing for Butler in the first round [as a No. 8 seed], so seeing them in the final meant we were already ready for this game."
Butler's season ends with a 9-2 record as one of the NJIC's top teams. One regular season loss kept the Bulldogs out of the NJIC playoffs, but gave them a top seed in the North 2, Group 1 bracket. Butler finishes the season with at least nine wins for the first time since 2018, when they won 10 games and played for a regional title at MetLife Stadium.
While the scoreboard shows a convincing win by Shabazz, a few controversial calls loomed large over the game.
Following Shabazz's touchdown to end the first quarter, a bad snap on the extra point attempt forced Shabazz to throw for a two-point conversion. The pass was hauled in by freshman Karriem Coston in the end zone, but there was a problem: Coston was the long snapper on the play. With jersey No. 10, complaints by the Butler sideline did not force a reversal by officials.
"I was given no explanation as to how that two-point conversion stood," Butler coach Jason Luciani said. "Literally every person in the stadium saw the snapper wearing an ineligible number and catching a forward pass in the end zone with other ineligible numbers around him."
Porter's long touchdown run near the end of the third quarter also came with some controversy. Porter was spun around on the play near the 25-yard line, but never marked down by officials. Players on the field stopped when a whistle was heard on the Butler sideline, but officials suggested the whistle did not come from any of them.
Those two plays in particular resulted in eight Shabazz points to go along with other calls throughout the game that Butler players and coaches disagreed with. The frustration on the Butler sideline was clear throughout Friday's championship game.
"I don't like to criticize officials. I don't want this to come across as sour grapes. We like to think of ourselves as a disciplined football team that doesn't make mistakes," Luciani said. "We have been that all season and now we are in the state final and now we are being told we are making these mistakes we haven't made all year. It's a tough pill to swallow and it's hard to be told you've done something wrong when you haven't."
Shabazz will head to Mountain Lakes for next week's Group 1 state semifinals.
The Herd won Friday's North 1, Group 1 sectional final, defeating Hawthorne, 35-14. Mountain Lakes competed reached last season's Group 1 championship game at Rutgers, falling to Woodbury.
Laura Matos and Modia Butler Appointed to Democratic National Committee Representing New Jersey Chairman Jones Congratulates Longtime Party Stalwarts on Historic Positions TRENTON, NJ – Chairman LeRoy J. Jones, Jr., is announcing the appointment of longtime Democratic Party stalwarts Laura Matos and Modia “Mo” Butler as the newest members of the Democratic National Committee representing New Jersey. Matos and Butler were unanimously appointed to the key positions in F...
Laura Matos and Modia Butler Appointed to Democratic National Committee Representing New Jersey
Chairman Jones Congratulates Longtime Party Stalwarts on Historic Positions
TRENTON, NJ – Chairman LeRoy J. Jones, Jr., is announcing the appointment of longtime Democratic Party stalwarts Laura Matos and Modia “Mo” Butler as the newest members of the Democratic National Committee representing New Jersey. Matos and Butler were unanimously appointed to the key positions in February and will serve as automatic delegates at the upcoming Democratic National Convention this Summer in Chicago.
“Laura Matos and Mo Butler are two of the most dedicated, accomplished Democratic leaders in our state and I’m thrilled to see them appointed to represent New Jersey on the Democratic National Committee,” said Chairman Jones. “With these appointments we are also living up to our party’s values by selecting a diverse slate of representatives who reflect the best of New Jersey. I look forward to working closely with Laura, Mo and our entire team in this critical year as we work to re-elect President Biden and Vice President Harris.”
Laura Matos is a partner at MAD Global Strategy Group, a public affairs and communications form. She is a seasoned professional with an extensive career in politics, government, public affairs, and strategic communications. Ms. Matos worked in the New Jersey Governor’s Office for eight years for Governors McGreevey, Codey, and Corzine, working in various roles with
oversight of a vast array of public policy issues across the Executive Branch. She is the chair of the New Jersey Pinelands Commission and served on the 2017 Transportation and Infrastructure Transition Advisory Committee, Governor Phil Murphy’s Restart and Recovery Advisory Council, the New Jersey Complete Count Commission and most recently as a Democratic Member of the New Jersey Legislative Apportionment Commission. Laura serves on the Board of Latina Civic Action and as President of the Board of Latina Civic PAC, as well as on the Advisory Board of the Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy. She previously served as President of LUPEPAC and on the board of PlanSmartNJ.
Modia “Mo” Butler is a partner at Mercury Public Affairs and a highly respected public affairs expert with extensive experience in government relations, political campaigns, and strategic communications in New Jersey and Washington, D.C. Prior to joining Mercury Public Affairs, Butler served as the Chief of Staff to United States Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ). Butler also served as a Senior Advisor to Senator Cory Booker during his previous and current three campaigns for United States Senate and his presidential bid, and as Chief of Staff at the City of Newark during Booker’s tenure as Mayor. Butler received his BA from Franklin and Marshall College and Master’s Degree from the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University, where he is currently a Visiting Associate. In 2021, Butler was appointed Chairman of the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) by Governor Murphy. Butler also serves as a Trustee of his Alma Mater Franklin & Marshall College and sits on the board of New Jersey Performing Arts Center (NJPAC).
Seton Hall has taken another step toward the NCAA Tournament, and may have knocked another Big East team out of the running in the process.The Pirates defeated Butler, 76-64, at the Prudential Center on Saturday, marking their third consecutive victory and fifth win in their last six games. The victory bumps Seton Hall (18-9, 11-5) to 8-7 in Quadrant 1/2 games, moves it into a tie for third place in the Big East standings with No. 15 Creighton, guarantees it w...
Seton Hall has taken another step toward the NCAA Tournament, and may have knocked another Big East team out of the running in the process.
The Pirates defeated Butler, 76-64, at the Prudential Center on Saturday, marking their third consecutive victory and fifth win in their last six games. The victory bumps Seton Hall (18-9, 11-5) to 8-7 in Quadrant 1/2 games, moves it into a tie for third place in the Big East standings with No. 15 Creighton, guarantees it will finish with a winning record in league play and puts it within striking distance of locking up a March Madness bid.
Seton Hall enters a brutal week that features road trips to Omaha on Thursday and Storrs on Sunday afternoon with a chance to essentially clinch a postseason spot: Upset the Bluejays or No. 1 UConn and the Pirates will almost certainly be dancing. Even if they go 0-2, victories in its final two home games against Villanova (which lost by 24 points to the Huskies on Saturday) and DePaul (which is ranked 306th on KenPom) will put them comfortably in the field.
Seton Hall was led by senior guard Al-Amir Dawes (19 points on 7-of-16 shooting), junior forward Dre Davis (20 points on 9-of-13 shooting) and junior guard Kadary Richmond (20 points on 8-of-16), who contributed 59 of its 74 points (79.7%). It overcame a flurry of threes from Butler (16-12, 7-10), which knocked down 12 of its 33 attempts (36.4%) but it was not enough to win a crucial contest for its NCAA Tournament hopes.
Seton Hall led for the final 39 minutes, taking an early 16-3 lead and nursing it through the end. As the Pirates knocked down seven of their first 13 attempts, Butler missed 10 of its first 11 shots and committed five turnovers in its first 13 possessions. The Bulldogs spent the rest of the half chipping at the deficit, cutting it to 37-32 at the break thanks to hot three-point shooting (40%, 8-of-20), especially from former St. John’s guard Posh Alexander (3-of-5) and center Jalen Thomas (2-of-2).
Seton Hall’s remained in the single digits for the first 10 minutes of the second half, the visitors keeping themselves in the game with timely shots and the Pirates allowing them to stick around with costly mistakes (seven turnovers in their first 20 second-half possessions). But the hosts took control thanks to an elite defensive stretch in which it held Butler without a field goal for seven minutes and 55 seconds, building its lead to double-digits with four minutes to play and hanging on from there.
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BUTLER, NJ - Butler's own, Richard Butler Middle School, has been awarded "NJ School To Watch."This recognition indicates that RBS's program is considered to be "best" in its practices."Schools to Watch are Middle-Grade programs recognized for their best practices and continued journey towards excellence," states NJ Schools to Watch on their website (http://njschoolstowatch.org).Sign Up for FREE Tri Borough New...
BUTLER, NJ - Butler's own, Richard Butler Middle School, has been awarded "NJ School To Watch."
This recognition indicates that RBS's program is considered to be "best" in its practices.
"Schools to Watch are Middle-Grade programs recognized for their best practices and continued journey towards excellence," states NJ Schools to Watch on their website (http://njschoolstowatch.org).
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Superintendent, Daniel Johnson, expresses his pride and acknowledges the excellence within the RBS staff and leadership that led them to this recognition.
"I am incredibly proud of this accomplishment. The leadership from Mrs. Papa and Mrs. Molina, coupled with the excellence on the part of our staff, have afforded us the opportunity to attain this recognition. Over the years, Richard Butler Middle School has worked to integrate programs, schedules, and structures that have equated to an overall culture of success. We say that "It Takes More to be a Bulldog", and this shows that we take that to heart in our approach to academic and social/emotional development," said Superintendent Daniel Johnson.
Principal of Richard Butler Middle School, Michelle Papa, weighs in on her pride in RBS receiving this accomplishment.
"The Schools to Watch designation is an accomplishment of which we are extremely proud. When we researched the requirements over a year ago, we realized we had already been working over the years to exemplify the standards of excellence in academics, student needs and interests, equal access to education, and support for school improvement that are celebrated by The National Forum. It is only with the unwavering support of Dr. Johnson, the BOE, the BBEA, and the Butler community that we have been able to earn this prestigious designation. Being recognized as a School to Watch affirms our ongoing efforts to inspire excellence and promote success for ALL students. I am truly grateful and proud to serve as the principal of such a special place, and it is an honor to receive this designation on behalf of all of the members of our school community," said Michelle Papa.