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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.
973-627-7888Counselors from the Montville Township Public School District are teaming up with the National Council for Mental Health and NewBridge Services to offer a course on mental wellness to parents of local students.The free program aims to give parents and guardians tools to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and...
Counselors from the Montville Township Public School District are teaming up with the National Council for Mental Health and NewBridge Services to offer a course on mental wellness to parents of local students.
The free program aims to give parents and guardians tools to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illnesses and substance-use disorders, the district said.
"Montville Township Public Schools prioritizes mental health for students and staff," said Superintendent Thomas A. Gorman. "For several years, across Morris County's 'Proud to be Stigma Free' communities, the 'VIRTUAL Youth Mental Health First Aid' course has provided parents, guardians, and other trusted adults with effective tools to navigate the Mental Health First Aid needs of students in grades six through 12."
The online course is scheduled for Feb. 21 and Feb. 28 and will cover a range of topics including the signs of anxiety, depression, ADHD as well as strategies for interacting with children and adolescents in crisis. It will also expand on substance use, bullying, self-care and the influence of social media, the district said.
Anyone looking to learn about the role adults can play in bridging the gap between students in distress and professional help should register by Feb. 9. Organizers are limiting enrollment “to ensure a conducive learning environment,” according to the district announcement.
Participants are urged to register early, with just one parent or guardian per family, to accommodate as many families as possible, it states. Both sessions will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Those interested can register through the Montville Township Public Schools’ official website. Teachers, coaches and camp counselors are also invited to take part.
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People who register will receive a link to the course, which will also include a 2-hour, self-paced online class that must be completed prior to Feb 21. Participants must attend both virtual evenings.
Gene Myers covers disability and mental health for NorthJersey.com and the USA TODAY Network. For unlimited access to the most important news from your local community, please subscribe or activate your digital account today.
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MONTVILLE, NJ - After fourteen months of hard work and preparation, Stella Lee's dream came true as the ribbon was cut last month on 2D Cafe Tornado in Towaco, NJ.Lee, a native of Korea who also owns Serenity Nails & Spa next door, and partner Eric Quan have created a '2D World' in Montville Township where it's like being in a sketchbook, one that Lee has been creating in her mind for many years. The entire black and white café is hand drawn and painted from floor to ceiling, corner to corner."It feels really go...
MONTVILLE, NJ - After fourteen months of hard work and preparation, Stella Lee's dream came true as the ribbon was cut last month on 2D Cafe Tornado in Towaco, NJ.
Lee, a native of Korea who also owns Serenity Nails & Spa next door, and partner Eric Quan have created a '2D World' in Montville Township where it's like being in a sketchbook, one that Lee has been creating in her mind for many years. The entire black and white café is hand drawn and painted from floor to ceiling, corner to corner.
"It feels really good to finally open the cafe," Lee said. "I'm really excited. This is my dream."
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Lee hired recent art school graduate Kai Moon to bring her concepts to life in this black and white 2D world, the first of its kind in New Jersey and only the fifth like it in the United States, according to Lee.
Lee and Quan explained how the floor was finished six months before opening the café, but the wrong sealant was applied and the floor turned yellow overnight. They had to strip the entire floor and start the process of hand painting the artwork for a second time. One visit to the café will show that this was no small task and certainly a labor of love and dedication.
The concept of the 2D Cafe, along with its menu, is Asian-inspired. The menu includes coffee, bubble tea, fruit infused lemonades, Korean-inspired shaved ice, soup, sandwiches and fresh pastries and desserts.
In February and March, 2D Cafe Tornado is featuring Jazz@Tornado live music performances by vocalist Jeeminn Lee, the Seneca Black Quartet, Montville's Ed & Maxine Alstrom and many more.
"We want to make a concert, a party, a place where everyone can come and be happy," Lee said. She's hoping to make these live music performances a regular offering at the café.
"The town needs a place like this," Quan said. "A place where adults and children can also enjoy the space for parties and events." Quan mentioned that the café was designed with a party atmosphere in mind, where the different spaces can be rented for gatherings.
2D Cafe Tornado is located at 662 Main Road in Towaco, NJ and can be reached by calling 973-265-4222. To learn more about the café and upcoming Jazz@Tornado performances, visit its website (https://2dcafetornado.com/) or instagram (2d.cafetornado).
MONTVILLE, NJ - The Montville ice hockey team has picked up its play at precisely the right time, as it closed out the regular season with three-consecutive wins.It hopes to carry that strong run of play into the postseason, which will begin on Thursday evening when the Mustangs- seeded third- will take on second-seeded Gill St. Bernard's in the Haas Cup semifinals at 6:15 p.m. at Mennen Arena."It’s always nice to get hot at the right time, especially right before the playoffs start," Montville coach Anthony Ian...
MONTVILLE, NJ - The Montville ice hockey team has picked up its play at precisely the right time, as it closed out the regular season with three-consecutive wins.
It hopes to carry that strong run of play into the postseason, which will begin on Thursday evening when the Mustangs- seeded third- will take on second-seeded Gill St. Bernard's in the Haas Cup semifinals at 6:15 p.m. at Mennen Arena.
"It’s always nice to get hot at the right time, especially right before the playoffs start," Montville coach Anthony Iannone said. "Throughout the year, we’ve had some good streaks, and some bad streaks, but this one feels different. Over the last nine periods, eight of them have been played very well defensively. We’ve been preaching all season that offense comes through good defense. As of late, we’re seeing it come to fruition. Winning breeds confidence and good culture, and we look to continue that while giving our best efforts to continue this streak."
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The Mustangs won the Charette Cup last season, and moved up to the Haas Division this season. It has still managed to maintain a high level of play, finishing third in the higher division with a 6-4 record in the Haas.
The trio of Matthew Trifari (24 g., 20 a.), Logan Engle (13 g., 22 a.), and Cole Riley (17 g., 13 a.) have paced the team offensively, with goaltender Alexis Riley (.855 save percentage) holding things down defensively.
It has played Gill St. Bernard's twice this season, starting with a 5-1 win over the Knights on Jan. 11 in which Matt Trifari recorded a hat trick and an assist. It then fell, 2-1, on Jan. 17, in a tightly contested game in which it outshot Gill St. Bernard's 28-21.
"Gill St. Bernard's has been a tough opponent for us this year, but certainly one that’s easy to get up for," Iannone said. "Put aside me as a coach...as a hockey fan, our two games with Gill have just been competitive, fun, and one that most would love to be a part of. Gill St. Bernard's is having a season full of highlight reel plays and great goaltending. It will be a tough challenge for sure. On the other side, we have some big time players that they need to try and stop as well. I believe in our team and our coaches. We feel that this will be our biggest challenge yet, but without a doubt, a challenge we will rise for."
It's certainly going to be the team's biggest game of the season to date, and Iannone is hoping that the Montville community will show up in full force to experience the thrill of playoff hockey on Thursday.
"We can use the support from our Montville community," Iannone said. "Often in the playoffs, the crowds get larger, the noise gets louder, and the games are played at a higher level. Our team would love if we can get more fans in the seats. If you haven’t experienced playoff hockey, now’s the time!"
MONTVILLE – Anthony Feaster emphasized the significance of getting off to a fast start.The Montville junior receiver knows all about the grind that comes with a high school football season and knows how important it is to grab a quick win whenever the opportunity presents itself.So, for the second straight year, Feaster and the Mustangs took full advantage in the season opener. Montville topped Morris Catholic, 46-7 on Friday in a Super Football Conference crossover.“It’s always good to g...
MONTVILLE – Anthony Feaster emphasized the significance of getting off to a fast start.
The Montville junior receiver knows all about the grind that comes with a high school football season and knows how important it is to grab a quick win whenever the opportunity presents itself.
So, for the second straight year, Feaster and the Mustangs took full advantage in the season opener. Montville topped Morris Catholic, 46-7 on Friday in a Super Football Conference crossover.
“It’s always good to get that first win. It’s the goal every summer,” Feaster said. “But the big question in the preseason was how the big guys were going to be up front. We lost a lot last year. But they did a heck of a job tonight and I’m proud of them.”
The Mustangs had handed the Crusaders a 51-21 setback in last season’s opener in Denville. In that game, Feaster scored four times on six passes for 184 yards. Though his numbers weren’t as gaudy on Friday night, he still managed to rush for two touchdowns. Montville junior quarterback Michael Ciullo rushed for two of his own.
“I’m pretty confident in my play style. But I can’t do it without our front line and all my teammates,” Feaster said. “Everyone did their job. It’s hard to game plan against us. I knew they [Morris Catholic] were going to try to double-team me on my routes. But I have some good guys on my side and it’s something we’ve been working on all summer.”
The Mustangs raced to a 22-0 first-quarter lead when Sha-Kim Hicks opened the scoring on a three-yard run on their opening drive just two minutes in. Feaster followed with a four-yard run six minutes later. A safety made it 16-0 before Ciullo scored his first touchdown on a three-yard run.
The Mustangs held a 32-0 lead at the half.
Montville starts off a season with a win for the third year in a row.
Friday was the third meeting between the schools in the last 20 years. The Mustangs are 3-0 against the Crusaders with wins in 2022 and 2003 (48-0).
Morris Catholic has lost six straight dating back to last season.
With Montville leading 14-0 and 3:47 to play in the first quarter, lineman Dante Palladino sacked Morris Catholic quarterback Ethan Everett in the end zone and forced a fumble for a safety and a 16-0 lead. Four plays later, Ciullo scored on a three-yard keeper to give the Mustangs a 22-0 advantage.
Feaster rushed for 62 yards on 11 carries and two touchdowns and had three receptions for 28 yards.
Ciullo rushed for 43 yards on five caries and two touchdowns and threw for 131 yards.
Montville's Corey Wong had five receptions for 84 yards.
Sha-Kim Hicks and R.J. Fardo had rushing touchdowns for the Mustangs.
Montville's Matt Martino connected on a 30-yard field goal.
“It’s nice to start off with a win. It gives us a push for the rest of the season. It builds confidence going into the next game. We have to keep rolling off this and stay focused. More wins will come. This is a great team win overall. Our offense played well and the defense didn’t allow them to score. A good all around performance.” – Ciullo.
“The energy has been really positive throughout the whole summer. Once we hit June we were flying. I’m excited for this team. We’re trying to balance out our offense this season and mix it up. We want everyone to get touches. We have a lot of skill guys that can do a lot of big things.” – Montville coach Rick DeBonta.
Morris Catholic plays at Caldwell on Sept. 1
Montville plays at West Morris on Sept. 1
3-minute read0:002:04ADAlready exceeding state capacity guidelines by 149 elementary students − and anticipating a dramatic enrollment surge − the Montville Board of Education will put a $70 million school renovation plan to a public vote on Dec. 12.Should the referendum pass in f...
Already exceeding state capacity guidelines by 149 elementary students − and anticipating a dramatic enrollment surge − the Montville Board of Education will put a $70 million school renovation plan to a public vote on Dec. 12.
Should the referendum pass in full, property owners can expect to pay an extra $410 a year on their annual tax bill over the next 25 years, based on an average home price of $535,000.
Space is just one concern the district is trying to address. In addition to proposing the construction of 23 new classrooms, more funds would go to "stepped-up security" of two-stage entrances at five school buildings that do not have them now. The district also hopes to replace the original HVAC systems in some buildings with modern and more efficient heating and cooling equipment.
“Given these needs, the board determined that a bond referendum is the best tool for our district at this time,” Board of Education President David Modrak stated. “A referendum puts the decision in the hands of voters to decide the future of our schools.”
The district expects to serve an estimated 3,439 students in the upcoming school year in the high school, a middle school and five elementary schools. Not counting the referendum, the district is proposing a $92.1 million budget for the 2023-24 school year, an increase of $105,000 over the last year.
With new housing projects already in development adding nearly 1,000 units in Montvale, the district anticipates an increase of 410 elementary students by the 2027-28 school year.
"We have taken every step possible to maximize space," Superintendent Thomas Gorman wrote in a statement on Thursday following the board's unanimous referendum resolution vote on Aug. 22. “We are relying on these short-term methods with the recognition that the schools will continue needing space in the long term to support our educational services and programs.”
The referendum will be split into two questions for voters to decide. The first, focused on classroom construction, would cost $53 million. The second, focused on security and infrastructure, would cost nearly $17 million.
According to the terms of the resolution, Question 1 must pass for Question 2 to be approved. If voters reject Question 1 but approve Question 2, neither would pass.
Question 1: The board is proposing the construction of 23 new classrooms; the division of 14 classrooms into 28 rooms that are right-sized for small group instruction; and the addition of multi-purpose rooms at Hilldale, William Mason and Woodmont elementary schools.
"Other elementary schools in the district have these now, and they ease scheduling challenges in those busy buildings," Gorman explained in his statement. "Together, these proposed additions would meet MTPS needs that are driven by current enrollment, evolutions in the ways instructional space is used and projections for future enrollment.
Question 1 costs are estimated at $53,002,289. The board plans to contribute $6,575,000 from its capital reserve funds. State aid is committed for $3,671,775 toward these project costs. For a home with the average assessment in Montville Township, these improvements would increase taxes by $326 annually.
Question 2: This question proposes a total of $16,980,314 for infrastructure projects, mostly covering security and HVAC improvements. The state has committed $5,773,307 toward these projects. These improvements would cost the average property owner about $84 annually.
The district used regular operating funds this summer to create two-stage vestibule entrances at Cedar Hill Elementary School and Robert R. Lazar Middle School. These funds would add two-stage vestibules that would "continue the district’s efforts to keep schools secure," the referendum proposal reads.
School officials promised to explore additional security measures in February after a 19-year-old man entered Montville High School without permission and triggered a shelter-in-place order.
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Gorman's statement explained the referendum process, in which a school district seeks permission to borrow money through the sale of bonds. Property taxes are used to “buy back,” or pay for this method of borrowing as payments are spread out similar to the way a consumer uses a home improvement loan.
The upfront funding would let the district manage large-scale improvements that would be difficult to cover through the regular operating budget, he wrote.
“In addition, a referendum is a strategic way to fund projects because it’s the only route to a dedicated source of state aid," Gorman wrote. “Taxpayers across New Jersey contribute to this state aid, but it is only awarded to school districts where voters approved bond sales. A voter-approved bond referendum could bring some of that money back to Montville Township.”
“After months of exploration, this spring we began sharing information about our district’s needs and the potential for a bond referendum,” Gorman stated. “With the board’s official action to move forward, we will accelerate our outreach with speaking engagements, a public presentation from the district’s architect, and a webinar-styled forum with Q&A. We are committed to offering multiple learning opportunities for the community now through December 12.”
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.