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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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BASKING RIDGE — Back in 2004, Mountain Lakes played in the first boys lacrosse Tournament of Champions final. The Lakers lost to Delbarton in overtime.On Monday night, they were determined to end the final TOC with a better fate. Mountain Lakes scored more goals than any team in TOC history, defeating Rumson-Fair Haven, 21-5 in the last championship game.It was the most lopsided TOC win, befitting a Lakers squad that has "relentless" on the back bottom hem of its shooting shirts, often visible und...
BASKING RIDGE — Back in 2004, Mountain Lakes played in the first boys lacrosse Tournament of Champions final. The Lakers lost to Delbarton in overtime.
On Monday night, they were determined to end the final TOC with a better fate. Mountain Lakes scored more goals than any team in TOC history, defeating Rumson-Fair Haven, 21-5 in the last championship game.
It was the most lopsided TOC win, befitting a Lakers squad that has "relentless" on the back bottom hem of its shooting shirts, often visible under jerseys.
"We've been here before," senior Owen Pirolo said. "We know what it feels like to win the TOC. I wanted to feel it for myself. It feels amazing. They didn't have the experience we did."
It's a moment many of the Lakers seniors have dreamed about since they first picked up lacrosse sticks. Another of this season's themes was "Stay Public," a reference to the power of playing for a small hometown school – and the TOC final came down to the Group 1 and Group 2 champions.
Tim Flynn, the only head coach in Mountain Lakes history, made reference to that legacy after the final. Flynn won his 700th game earlier this year, all with the Lakers.
"Every day, getting better, pushing one another, not worrying about anything but the team, that's what happens. Seniors, this was beautiful," Flynn said in the last huddle.
"You saw plays run by our kids who have been playing together since first grade. We're not calling anything. ... This belongs to every kid who ever put the uniform on at Mountain Lakes, every parent, all the families."
This is the Lakers' fourth TOC title, adding to 2007, 2008, and 2019. Betsy Flynn, Tim's wife, took the team's royal blue felt banner home from Ridge High School, to sew an orange "'22" at the end.
Top-seeded Rumson (22-5) had won 11 in a row coming into the final, but is only 1-2 in TOC play. No Shore Conference team has ever won the TOC.
"You think about this moment since you're 2, 3 years old. It's even better than I pictured it," said senior Cade Schuckman, who scored twice in the final.
"We've been saying it all year: 'No one wants it as bad as we do.' Everyone in this town knows what we sacrifice. We get the feeling in the locker room, on the field. Everyone has bought in, 100 percent."
Morris County Tournament:Mountain Lakes outlasts Delbarton to defend MCT lacrosse title
Schuckman and classmate Caz Kotsen were among the current Lakers signing autographs for younger players. Nick Bossio, 9, said he'd put his lacrosse ball next to the one autographed by New York Yankees right fielder Aaron Judge. He marveled, in particular, that "the legendary Tim Flynn" had signed it.
Mountain Lakes ends the season on a 15-game winning streak. Its only loss came at Don Bosco, 12-6, on April 23 – the game after Flynn's milestone win.
Though the third seed in the TOC according to LaxNumbers.com at the start of the postseason, the Lakers (22-1) defeated Delbarton twice, finished first in the NJILL-Gibbs and NJAC-American, and won the Morris County Tournament and Group 1 titles.
Kotsen scored two of his game-high five goals as the Lakers tallied five times in a four minute and four second span late in the first quarter. Senior Reid Tietjen finished with two goals and four assists. After Rumson had closed the deficit to three goals, Mountain Lakes scored three times in the last minute of the first half to stretch to a 9-3 lead.
"I don't think I could've envisioned how this game would go when I was younger," Kotsen said. "I couldn't even envision it yesterday. Not really, not like this. ... It's surreal. This is all we wanted, not just this year, but since we were 5 years old. The culture in town, we know as soon as you pick up a stick, you're planning to play in the final game."
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Mile Djordjiovski | For NJ Advance MediaBoys Lacrosse: Delbarton vs. Mountain Lakes in the MCT Final on May 9, 2023Delbarton gather for a team celebratory picture after the boys lacrosse Morris County Tournament Final between Delbarton and Mountain Lakes at Mount Olive High School in Mount Olive, NJ on Tuesday, May 9, 2023....
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Boys Lacrosse: Delbarton vs. Mountain Lakes in the MCT Final on May 9, 2023
Delbarton gather for a team celebratory picture after the boys lacrosse Morris County Tournament Final between Delbarton and Mountain Lakes at Mount Olive High School in Mount Olive, NJ on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.Get Photo
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Boys Lacrosse: Delbarton vs. Mountain Lakes in the MCT Final on May 9, 2023
Delbarton hoists the trophy up and celebrate after the boys lacrosse Morris County Tournament Final between Delbarton and Mountain Lakes at Mount Olive High School in Mount Olive, NJ on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.Get Photo
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Boys Lacrosse: Delbarton vs. Mountain Lakes in the MCT Final on May 9, 2023
Delbarton runs onto the field to celebrate the win after the boys lacrosse Morris County Tournament Final between Delbarton and Mountain Lakes at Mount Olive High School in Mount Olive, NJ on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.Get Photo
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Boys Lacrosse: Delbarton vs. Mountain Lakes in the MCT Final on May 9, 2023
Delbarton celebrates with the trophy after the boys lacrosse Morris County Tournament Final between Delbarton and Mountain Lakes at Mount Olive High School in Mount Olive, NJ on Tuesday, May 9, 2023.Get Photo
MOUNTAIN LAKES – Aidan Troy has a lot of games circled on his calendar. But the Delbarton goaltender might have put a bit more emphasis on Tuesday's rivalry rematch against Mountain Lakes.The Green Wave's challenging early schedule paid off with a 8-4 come-from-behind road victory.It wasn't the first time Delbarton had to respond after giving up early goals. With Mountain Lakes up 2-0 after the first quarter, the Green Wave responded with five second-period goals – four in the first seven minutes....
MOUNTAIN LAKES – Aidan Troy has a lot of games circled on his calendar. But the Delbarton goaltender might have put a bit more emphasis on Tuesday's rivalry rematch against Mountain Lakes.
The Green Wave's challenging early schedule paid off with a 8-4 come-from-behind road victory.
It wasn't the first time Delbarton had to respond after giving up early goals. With Mountain Lakes up 2-0 after the first quarter, the Green Wave responded with five second-period goals – four in the first seven minutes.
But while Delbarton (5-2) was unable to come back against nationally-ranked St. Anthony's of Long Island or Malvern (Pennsylvania) Prep, those challenges gave the players the experience needed on Tuesday.
"Those guys have a lot of experience under their belt, and came out and punched us in the mouth. In both of those games, we had to respond," said Troy, a senior from Westfield, which visits Delbarton next month.
"We came out here after all that and said, 'We can go down one. We can go down two. But in the second quarter, the third quarter, we'll have the same amount of energy and catch them sleeping. ... A lot of the experience really helped us there."
The Green Wave snapped a four-game losing streak against the Lakers, a stretch which includes the 2022 Morris County Tournament final. The Green Wave holds a 41-39 all-time lead in the series.
Delbarton senior midfielder T.J. Coffey attended quite a few of those games while growing up in Chatham. Both he and Troy expect to cross paths with the Lakers again, quite possibly in the MCT final on May 9.
Mountain Lakes and Delbarton have decided the MCT lacrosse title 24 times in the tournament's 34-year history.
"It's awesome," said Coffey, who scored the Green Wave's first goal with 10:26 left in the second quarter and an insurance goal in the fourth.
"It's a Delbarton tradition. It's a Mountain Lakes tradition. It's always big to win these games, end the losing streak here and get back going the right direction. ... It's something a lot of New Jersey youth teams look at. It's always fun to watch the two teams compete. You know it's going to be a good game."
Delbarton launched its lacrosse program in 1976. About the same time, John Walters – Mountain Lakes assistant coach Mark Walters' father – founded a recreation program when the family moved into town. It grew into a high school varsity team in 1980, with Walters a sophomore on the field and Tim Flynn at the helm.
The Delbarton-Mountain Lakes rivalry began that first year, based solely on proximity. Now, they meet annually in the NJAC-American, as well as Morris County and NJSIAA tournaments.
Coffey and Delbarton senior attack Gray Doyle had two goals and an assist apiece. Green Wave senior midfielder Sean Diczok added a goal and two assists.
Attacks Kevin Gillespie, Merric Martorana and Giacomo Bevacqua each had a goal and an assist for Mountain Lakes (4-1). Lakers senior goalie Matt Sentowski made 18 saves, many of them acrobatic.
"I told them I was extremely proud of them," Flynn said. "We battled the entire time. We made some mistakes and they took advantage of them, but in terms of how hard the kids went out after stuff, it was fantastic. It's a great rivalry based on respect, great players, and great programs. ... Our fans, our people, our program, we work really hard for games like this."
G A P GB DC FT Tatum Ban 1 2 3 0 0 0 Merrill Klein 2 1 3 2 0 ...
| G | A | P | GB | DC | FT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tatum Ban | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Merrill Klein | 2 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Grace Sullivan | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Lindsey Devir | 7 | 0 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Kiera Schwartz | 1 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 2 |
| Isabella Winn | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| Ashley Auerbach | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Lindsey Schlatter | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Samantha LaBier | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| Riese Doherty | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Emme Dunphey | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Totals: | 16 | 7 | 23 | 20 | 10 | 11 |
Mountain Lakes Scoring
| G | A | P | GB | DC | FT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lindsay Gellert | 1 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Kayla Plotts | 3 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| Julia Petersen | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Abigail Hawes | 2 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Kaylin Oey | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Arianna Fragomeni | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Totals: | 6 | 1 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 0 |
Ridgewood Goalie
| S | GA | |
|---|---|---|
| Maggie Hough | 1 | 2 |
| Morgan McGahan (W) | 5 | 4 |
| Totals: | 6 | 6 |
Mountain Lakes Goalie
| S | GA | |
|---|---|---|
| Emma Barkauskas (L) | 14 | 15 |
| Shaina Lewis | 2 | 1 |
| Totals: | 16 | 16 |
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Special to DailyRecord.comMOUNTAIN LAKES — For the past two seasons, Caldwell has been one of the dominant programs in the state. Loaded with quickness throughout the lineup, the Chiefs added another notch to their remarkable state-best 23-game winning streak Friday night.Behind Joey Marinello’s 157-yard rushing effort and a touchdown, Caldwell defeated Mountain Lakes 35-14 in the SFC, American Gold division matchup in the regular season finale for both schools. Both programs await their matchups for ...
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MOUNTAIN LAKES — For the past two seasons, Caldwell has been one of the dominant programs in the state. Loaded with quickness throughout the lineup, the Chiefs added another notch to their remarkable state-best 23-game winning streak Friday night.
Behind Joey Marinello’s 157-yard rushing effort and a touchdown, Caldwell defeated Mountain Lakes 35-14 in the SFC, American Gold division matchup in the regular season finale for both schools. Both programs await their matchups for the playoffs that start next week.
Caldwell’s defense played a nearly flawless first half. Other than the 45-yard reception by Jimmy Elliott, Mountain Lakes had just one play in the first half yield more than three yards. The Chiefs were quick to the edges, as the Herd were outgained 321 to 44 on the ground. Linebacker Julian Casale and defensive lineman Mike Fano paced the unit that suffocated the Herd ballcarriers throughout the game.
“Our kids were up for the challenge,” Caldwell coach Todd Romano said. “Defensively, we thought we got the grip on them early and stopped the things that they need to live on.”
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The teams were scoreless through most of the opening quarter but Caldwell cracked into the scoring column first courtesy of great field position. After starting at the Mountain Lakes’ 38, Marinello set up his own score with a 35-yard run.
Mountain Lakes responded when Ben Miniter threw a short pass to Jimmy Elliott, who found space near the right sideline for a 45-yard touchdown with 11:48 left in the first half. Unfortunately for the Herd, those opportunities were limited against Caldwell’s steadfast defense.
“We needed to be better offensive and were trying to do too many things and were a little out of sorts,” Fusco said. “We were hoping to get some guys in space for a touchdown like Elliott did.”
As Mountain Lakes’ offense stalled to open the second half, Caldwell continued to find success through its ground attack. Harry Boland, who steamrolled the Herd defense on several runs, collected 56 yards and a pair of touchdowns on consecutive drives as Caldwell pushed out to a 28-7 lead just seconds into the fourth quarter.
Anemone, who shared time at quarterback with Luke Kurzum, added a final score on a 32-yard yard run with 10 minutes left as Caldwell piled up 28-straight points in the game. Kurzum played a few series in his return from an injury.
Caldwell captured its fourth-straight win in the series. The Chiefs have won those meetings by an average of over 29 points per game and hold a 4-3 edge in their meetings since 2012.
Caldwell runs its winning streak to a state-leading 23 games, dating back to the COVID-19 shortened 2020 campaign. The Chiefs’ last loss came to Cedar Grove by a 33-27 score on Nov. 6, 2020. Caldwell captured the SFC, American Gold division title with the victory. It was the third straight shared or individual conference crown for the school.
Mountain Lakes’ undefeated run ended at seven games. It was the longest unbeaten run for the program since the 2013 and 2014 squads won 24 consecutive games.
Caldwell, which entered the week as the top seed and one of four undefeated teams in North Group 2, will open with a home playoff game next week. Entering the week, the Herd ranked fourth in North Group 1 and will host a first-round playoff game.
Both squads entered the game as two of only 22 undefeated teams throughout the state.
Caldwell was facing a third-and-6 from the Mountain Lakes’ 44-yard line late in the second quarter. Anemone went into his throwing stance and then tucked the ball and took off toward the left side for a 37-yard gain.
The play set up his own 5-yard touchdown on a keeper with 42 seconds left in the first half to put Caldwell ahead 14-7 at halftime.
? Elliott’s 45-yard reception was over 71 percent of the team’s yardage in the first half.
? Caldwell scored a touchdown on four straight possessions over the second, third and fourth quarters.
? Junior running back Joey Marinello had 25 carries for 157 yards and a touchdown for Caldwell.
? Junior quarterback Louie Anemone had 105 rushing yards and two touchdowns for Caldwell.
? Senior back Jimmy Elliott had 48 yards receiving and a touchdown to pace Mountain Lakes.
"They are really good at what they do and they physically beat us. You’re not going to beat a team who hasn’t lost since 2020 unless you really play well.” – Mountain Lakes coach Darrell Fusco said.
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