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.
973-627-7888Local Government NewsPhoto Credit: TAPinto By TAPinto Morristown StaffPublished September 25, 2024 at 6:46 PMMORRISTOWN, NJ - Advocates for changing the way New Jersey conducts its elections showed up and spoke out during Tuesday's Council meeting. During the public comments section of the meeting, several people spoke out on the topic, urging the Morristo...
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MORRISTOWN, NJ - Advocates for changing the way New Jersey conducts its elections showed up and spoke out during Tuesday's Council meeting. During the public comments section of the meeting, several people spoke out on the topic, urging the Morristown Council to consider supporting a state-wide bill that would allow it. Ranked choice voting, which is utilized in other states such as Alaska, allows voters to rank candidates in order of preference: first, second, third and so forth. According to Fairvote.org, if a voters first choice doesn't win, the ballot will move on to the next choice. And so on.
“Ranked choice voting gives voters freedom of choice to express their preferences for more than one candidate”, explained Veronica Akeazuwa of Jersey City who is in favor of Ranked Choice Voting. “The unique thing about ranked choice voting is it requires that candidates win with a majority of support from the electorates”.
Renée Steinhagen, Executive Director of New Jersey Appleseed Public Interest Law Center and a member of Voter Choice of New Jersey which promotes ranked choice voting around the state was next to address the council.
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“I am here to urge you (the council) to consider and understand that we are here for local support for a state bill that would enable municipalities to adopt ranked choice voting if their voters so choose”, Steinhagen said.
Finally Morris School District substitute teacher and Parsippany resident, Katherine Stroh spoke in favor of ranked choice voting.
“I think that ranked choice voting is a way of opening up voting”, Stroh said. “I think it's a better way to get people involved. I think it's a better way to get people to run”.
Council member Robert Iannaccone stated that he would be in favor of considering the concept of ranked choice voting.
“This is another opportunity for Morristown to at least consider ranked choice voting. To educate ourselves on the topic. To see if this is something we might be interested in. Is this something we want to support", Iannaccone said to his fellow council members. I personally like it. I like what it does”, he stated.
Council president Nathan Umbriac thanked the speakers for coming. “Thanks for coming. Thanks for educating us. Thank you for the materials. We will certainly take a look”, he said.
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Morristown, NJ – In an ongoing legal battle between the Township of Morristown and Uma Flowers, a Massachusetts-based cannabis company, Superior Court Assignment Judge Stuart Minkowitz heard arguments from both sides this past week.Judge Minkowitz advised both parties, stating, “Sometimes we all know that just sitting across the table from one another, or a virtual table, can resolve many issues.”Uma Flowers was awarded a license by Morristown in 2022, but to date, they have yet to open. Accor...
Morristown, NJ – In an ongoing legal battle between the Township of Morristown and Uma Flowers, a Massachusetts-based cannabis company, Superior Court Assignment Judge Stuart Minkowitz heard arguments from both sides this past week.
Judge Minkowitz advised both parties, stating, “Sometimes we all know that just sitting across the table from one another, or a virtual table, can resolve many issues.”
Uma Flowers was awarded a license by Morristown in 2022, but to date, they have yet to open. According to their filings, construction is expected to be complete by January 2025. The Township Council voted against renewing the license in a 4-2 vote, with Council members Steve Pylupchuk and Robert Iannaccone in favor of the renewal.
In June 2024, Morristown voted to revoke Uma Flowers’ license after a report from the local Cannabis Advisory Committee cited “incomplete projects throughout Massachusetts” and stated that Uma Flowers “falls short of the specificity we have come to expect from projects in Morristown.”
Uma Flowers is represented by “go to” Morris County development attorney Frank Vitolo, Esq., of Sills Cummis. Vitolo successfully secured a temporary ban preventing Morristown from issuing more than one new cannabis license, thereby reserving a license for Uma Flowers.
On behalf of Uma Flowers, Vitolo argued, “In a little under three months—lightning speed for a municipality like Morristown—the defendants engaged in a coordinated effort to reject Uma’s license renewal request, take Uma’s license away, deny its appeal, and introduce legislation to give Uma’s license to another applicant.”
Following Judge Minkowitz’s request for both parties to find a solution, Vitolo submitted an additional filing on September 26, 2024. In this filing, he stated, “In light of the foregoing, it does not appear there will be any benefit to the Court delaying its decision in this matter. We tried.” This included a copy of an email from attorneys for the Township indicating that, “the Town is not interested in engaging in settlement discussions at this time.”
This legal battle occurs at a pivotal moment for New Jersey. While many municipalities have approved retail cannabis locations, few have actual opening dates due to funding challenges or lengthy approval processes. Additionally, there has been an influx of lawsuits regarding cannabis, similar to those seen in Jersey City among competing cannabis retailers.
Under state law, all cannabis-related operations must provide a 2% tax to local municipalities on sales, presenting a potentially lucrative revenue source for local governments.
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