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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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MONTVILLE – Fights over development are common in New Jersey, but this one is different.The township of Montville is essentially suing itself.Go figure.This intra-community legal battle has its roots in a proposal by Diversified Properties LLC. to develop an age-restricted community that would include 266 units and such amenities as a swimming pool and tennis courts. This would be built near where Route 287 crosses the township and in the vicinity of River Road and Route 202.As is the norm with these things,...
MONTVILLE – Fights over development are common in New Jersey, but this one is different.
The township of Montville is essentially suing itself.
Go figure.
This intra-community legal battle has its roots in a proposal by Diversified Properties LLC. to develop an age-restricted community that would include 266 units and such amenities as a swimming pool and tennis courts. This would be built near where Route 287 crosses the township and in the vicinity of River Road and Route 202.
As is the norm with these things, there was resident opposition as the plan meandered its way through a series of Zoning Board of Adjustment meetings. As the regulatory venue suggests, variances were needed.
And last fall, the board in a 5-2 vote granted 20 variances, which seems like an astonishing number to be sure, and approved the project.
Litigation to overturn the approval was quickly filed by a resident.
One does not intend to make light of resident opposition, but to be candid, litigation of this type is not unusual.
Now we come to the township committee, which filed its own suit seeking to overturn the approval last Nov. 20.
That was unusual.
The township contends, in short, that the zoning board “acted beyond its statutory authority,” and in doing so, it “arrogated” the zoning powers of the township.
The suit notes that the township committee considered a “senior housing overlay zone” for the roughly 29-acre tract in question, but it did not approve one.
So in layman’s terms, the zoning board messed up – big time – by sanctioning the project.
The committee’s reasoning is not what’s unusual. What is peculiar is the suit itself.
Boards of Adjustment are not independent entities; they are part of the municipal government. Board members are appointed and approved by the township committee.
So, the committee is suing a group of people it themselves appointed.
And given the fact both the committee and the board are government bodies – as opposed to private entities – you have to figure that township taxpayers are on the hook for both ends of the litigation. Up to a point at least.
The developer, Diversified Properties, is a defendant as well. The township won’t need to pay their attorney, but it, presumably, would need to pay the zoning board’s attorney for any work related to the suit.
The township committee held its reorganization meeting Tuesday night and Dr. Matthew Kayne was appointed mayor. Under the township’s form of government, the 5-person committee names one of their own as mayor.
There was no mention of the suit itself, although it was pointed out that two veteran members of the zoning board have resigned.
Broadly speaking, it is just about always good politics to oppose a large-scale development project. As stated, many residents show up in opposition to such proposals.
Speaking after the meeting, Kayne refrained from in-depth conversation about the suit, which is customary. Although, he did say it was the right thing to do and had nothing to do with politics.
One who disagrees with that assessment is the attorney for Diversified Properties, Steven Schepis.
In a recent brief seeking dismissal of the suit, Schepis says the township’s litigation is a “politically motivated attempt to satiate the unreasonable demands of a handful of area residents” who he said are unhappy that 40 of the units will be reserved for low/moderate income seniors. He also said the township’s suit was procedurally deficient.
Things change all the time, but as of now, Judge Stuart Minkowitz is scheduled to hold a Jan. 26 hearing on this odd Montville Civil War.
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MONTVILLE, NJ – For Pine Brook resident Ed Alstrom, playing the organ at Yankee Stadium is the fulfillment of a childhood dream.“I love baseball, and I love being in the seat to do this part of it,” Alstrom recently told CBS. He’s been doing it for 21 years, playing different tunes to lead cheers and jeers, wearing only socks so that he can also play the pedals that playing ...
MONTVILLE, NJ – For Pine Brook resident Ed Alstrom, playing the organ at Yankee Stadium is the fulfillment of a childhood dream.
“I love baseball, and I love being in the seat to do this part of it,” Alstrom recently told CBS. He’s been doing it for 21 years, playing different tunes to lead cheers and jeers, wearing only socks so that he can also play the pedals that playing an organ requires.
The recent interview on channel 2 news occurred because of Alstrom being on the lecture circuit at local libraries, telling about his experiences playing at the stadium.
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“I was approached about five years ago by someone at a company who wanted me to present about it,” he said. “Several years later I pitched it to Pam [the programming associate at Montville Township Public Library] and she said yes. It went really well, so I’ve done it about a dozen times.”
At a Caldwell Library lecture, the wife of a producer at CBS News talked to Alstrom’s wife and facilitated the appearance on channel 2.
But Alstrom is very busy in all different venues. The former school teacher plays at assisted living facilities, is the music director and organist at a church, plays piano and guitar at a local temple, and plays solo and in band gigs across northern New Jersey.
When asked about his favorite song – or even his favorite genre of music – he says he has none.
“My favorite song changes every day,” he says. “I love all kinds of music.”
See Alstrom perform live by visiting https://www.edalstrom.com/ .
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MONTVILLE, NJ – A 266-unit age-restricted development to be located near the entrance to 287 south on Route 202 which was approved by the Montville Township Zoning Board in September of 2023 is currently under litigation – with an interesting twist.The Montville Township Committee is suing both the Zoning Board and project developer Diversified Properties to try to stop the development from happening. Montville resident Neil Boyle, who was vocal at many of the nine hearings for the application, is also suing both entities....
MONTVILLE, NJ – A 266-unit age-restricted development to be located near the entrance to 287 south on Route 202 which was approved by the Montville Township Zoning Board in September of 2023 is currently under litigation – with an interesting twist.
The Montville Township Committee is suing both the Zoning Board and project developer Diversified Properties to try to stop the development from happening. Montville resident Neil Boyle, who was vocal at many of the nine hearings for the application, is also suing both entities.
Boyle’s suit contends, among other reasons, that the Zoning Board “ignored, without comment, the evidence presented to it that the property required a zone change rather than a use variance to permit the proposed use.”
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Two use variances and 19 bulk variances were granted when the application was approved in a 5-2 vote, with members James Marinello and Annabel Pierce voting no. Since the litigation was filed, three members of the Zoning Board, Marinello, who was chair, Ray Giordano and Richard Moore have resigned, although it is unclear if it is due to the lawsuit.
Other accusations in Boyle’s lawsuit state that the Zoning Board “ignored without comment, the evidence presented to it that the proposed access to and from the property [as] insufficient for the projected and/or actual vehicle trips to be generated by same” and “the findings contained in the [board’s] resolution were and are conclusory and are not predicated upon facts adduced in the record.” His suit also states that the board usurped the Township Committee’s authority, ignored the substantial traffic impact the development would have, as well as the light spillage, additional noise generation, the destruction of historic structures, wildlife habitat and wetlands, and the impact to groundwater, surface water and aquifer recharge. He also accused one of the Zoning Board members of having a conflict of interest but the documents filed do not say who.
The Township Committee is accusing the Zoning Board of exceeding its statutory authority by rezoning the development area. They also charged the Zoning Board with making a decision “not based on factual determination.”
Quoting case law, Diversified’s attorney Steven Schepis said that stating the Zoning Board acted without facts is “impermissible encroachment by the township upon the autonomy of the board.” This count was dismissed by Judge Michael Gaus last week.
Diversified has spent almost $1.4 million on the project so far according to documents filed by the company’s attorney, and continues to expend about $10,000 for every month that the project is delayed in court.
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Mayor Matt Kayne is quick to point out that the Township Committee has nothing against the Zoning Board and the volunteers on the board.
“It was nothing at all about [the Zoning Board’s] decision, it was the question of whether or not it was rezoning,” Kayne told TAPinto Montville. “It is an intricate situation. The Township Committee so appreciates the work of all of our volunteers. The members of the board of adjustment worked so hard on this [application]. There were a number of meetings. There were not just meetings – they were lengthy meetings, and there was a lot of content. We applaud the effort of the Zoning Board. We just had one question: was it rezoning.”
“I think it’s fair to say it was not about the board but what the requested relief was,” Township Attorney Fred Semrau said.
Former chair Marinello and Diversified’s Managing Member, Nicholas Minoia, declined to comment. But in his deposition to the court, Minoia states that the proposed development would provide services, activities and socializing opportunities for Montville-area seniors so that they can stay in town, “age in place,” and “remain integrated in the fabric of the community and surrounding towns.” He states that this is “exactly what the township’s 2019 Land Use Plan Amendment envisioned for the site.” Diversified is continuing forward with their plans, having erected a sign for the project on the corner of Route 202 at the Route 287 south entrance which lists a website. The website has a signup for updates on the progress of the development and a three-and-a-half minute long video with animated 3D simulation of the buildings, the amenities, and the development’s proximity to banks and restaurants.
Next steps in the suit will be determined by a case management conference with the court, Semrau said.
For more on the decision of the board, see: Montville Zoning Board Approves 266 Age-Restricted Apartments and Townhouses for Site Next to 287.
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MONTVILLE, NJ - Despite a hitless slump that spanned 10 at-bats and three games, Lauren Kideckel knew she was on the verge of breaking out.It began with a 3-for-4 performance in a win over Parsippany Hills on Sunday, before going 1-for-2 in a loss to Morris Knolls on Monday.She had a major challenge ahead of her in facing one of the top pitchers in the state in Roxbury's Hailey Errichiello on Tuesday. The junior rose to that challenge, belting two home runs with five RBI to lift Montville to a 5-1 win over Roxbury in the team's...
MONTVILLE, NJ - Despite a hitless slump that spanned 10 at-bats and three games, Lauren Kideckel knew she was on the verge of breaking out.
It began with a 3-for-4 performance in a win over Parsippany Hills on Sunday, before going 1-for-2 in a loss to Morris Knolls on Monday.
She had a major challenge ahead of her in facing one of the top pitchers in the state in Roxbury's Hailey Errichiello on Tuesday. The junior rose to that challenge, belting two home runs with five RBI to lift Montville to a 5-1 win over Roxbury in the team's home opener at Montville Township High School on April 16.
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“I think it was just this game and the last game against Morris Knolls, my swing has mechanically become a lot better," Kideckel said. "I thought it was coming soon. But everything clicked today."
Montville mustered just three hits off Errichiello in the game, with two being Kideckel's home runs, as well as a single from Julie Kobilarcik.
"I’m just so proud of Lauren for having two really good at-bats against one of the top pitchers in the state, and got her first and second career home runs," Montville coach John Immediato said. "I’m so proud for her because I know she works so hard and you can see it pay off at the right time."
It was the team's third win in four games after starting the season 1-4, now holding a 4-5 record. It also marked the team's first divisional win in the very difficult NJAC-American Division.
“With the seniors that we lost and the new team that is on the field, it took us a little bit to start clicking," Immediato said. "The preseason is much shorter than it has been, and I think it hurt us a little bit being a less experienced team. You saw that in the first week when we didn’t play well, and then the second week we went 3-1 and started to turn the corner and do some good things. Coming into today, we had some confidence, especially with the experienced players who have faced Hailey before when we beat them in the county final (in 2022). I think one of the things that really jazzed our girls up today was that we played seven games on the road to start. The schedule went the way it did with a couple of rainouts, but they were excited to play at home and I think that really worked in our favor."
Montville received a terrific pitching performance from junior Daniella Biggio, who surrendered just one run on three hits, with 14 strikeouts and no walks. After a few difficult starts to open the year, she has given up three or less runs in her last four starts, while striking out 57 batters to just five walks.
“It felt good. It was kind of the first time that I’ve been in this situation against a good conference team, and we play in one of the best conferences in the state," Biggio said. "We got off to a little bit of a rough start this season in our conference. It felt good to have our home opener against a really good team in the conference and in the state.”
She added, "I think just sticking to our plan and having confidence in myself all winter and all year to prepare for this. Just going in with that mindset of attacking the batters and being confident in my teammates.”
Immediato believes his junior pitcher is really rounding into form over her last few starts.
"Dani, the last four outings for her have been off the charts," Immediato said. "10-12 strikeouts, not really giving up any runs, she’s pitching like the pitcher I know she can be. The field behind her played great today making all the plays."
Montville will be back in action at home on Thursday, April 18 when it hosts Randolph at 4 p.m.
MONTVILLE, NJ – Township administrators have found themselves fielding many questions about the water boil advisory in effect for the township, so they released the following information to answer the questions they have received:1.What parts of the water system are affected?All parts of the Montville Township water system are affected, including Montville, Towaco and Pine Brook.Sign Up for FREE Montville NewsletterGet local news you can trust in your inbox.This site is protected by r...
MONTVILLE, NJ – Township administrators have found themselves fielding many questions about the water boil advisory in effect for the township, so they released the following information to answer the questions they have received:
1.What parts of the water system are affected?
All parts of the Montville Township water system are affected, including Montville, Towaco and Pine Brook.
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2. Why does this involve the whole town?
Montville Township has one water system. The severity of this break did have an impact on the entire system, therefore, the NJDEP required a system-wide notification.
3. If I have a well am I impacted?
No, you are not.
4. When will the Boil Water Advisory (BWA) be lifted?
Not until the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) allows the BWA to be lifted. Water samples have been collected and sent to the lab for testing. The results will be reviewed by the NJDEP. The earliest the BWA could be lifted is mid-day Saturday, March 16. All efforts to expedite the process will be utilized.
5. How will I know the water is safe?
There will be a Nixle alert and the message will be posted on our Township website and other social media.
6. Why is the NJDEP involved?
All water activities are overseen by the NJDEP. The BWA is a mandated procedure under certain events. The process for handing a water main break is strictly prescribed by the NJDEP.
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