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.
973-627-7888PEQUANNOCK − Senior quarterback Alex DeLitizia ran for a touchdown with 17 seconds left in regulation and scored another in overtime to guide Pequannock to a 28-27 win over Madison in Friday’s North 1, Group 2 quarterfinals."It's something special," said Pequannock head coach Mike Moschella. "People joke about it, but you remember nights like tonight for the rest of your life. It's something nobody can ever take away from you."Pequannock led early thanks to Angelo Cundiff’s 78 yard ...
PEQUANNOCK − Senior quarterback Alex DeLitizia ran for a touchdown with 17 seconds left in regulation and scored another in overtime to guide Pequannock to a 28-27 win over Madison in Friday’s North 1, Group 2 quarterfinals.
"It's something special," said Pequannock head coach Mike Moschella. "People joke about it, but you remember nights like tonight for the rest of your life. It's something nobody can ever take away from you."Pequannock led early thanks to Angelo Cundiff’s 78 yard touchdown run. Nick Zuccala’s extra point made it a 7-0 advantage for the Golden Panthers.Madison answered back in the second quarter with a 27-yard touchdown run by Andrew Carreno. A blocked extra point cut the lead to 7-6. Pequannock added to the lead when DeLitizia kept the ball on a 3 yard touchdown run for a 14-6 lead at the half.Carreno scored again for Madison in the third quarter, scoring on a 49-yard touchdown run. Chris Carfano ran in a two-point try to tie the game at 14 with 7:49 left in the third quarter.Carfano scored a touchdown of his own in the fourth quarter, a 3 yard touchdown run with 1:28 to go for a 21-14 Madison lead.
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DeLitizia threw for a few key completions, including a 25-yard completion to Dylan Roemmele and a fourth-down conversion to Angelo Cundiff, to set up a 3-yard touchdown run with 17 seconds left in regulation.
"We practice the two-minute drill every week, run through it every Thursday for moments like this," said Moschella. "Alex managed the moment well and made some really good plays."After Madison scored to begin overtime on an 18-yard touchdown run by Carfano, the snap on the extra point attempt was bobbled, making the Dodgers lead only six.Following DeLitizia’s touchdown run from two yards out on fourth-and-1, Zuccala’s extra point was enough for the Pequannock win.
"I think the one in regulation was more nerve wrecking than the game-winner," said Zuccala. "Coach has tweaked my kicking over the years and made me what I am today. I love kicking, but there is no pressure quite like moments like those."
It's a program defining moment for Pequannock, who wins a playoff game for the first time since 2017. It was also the first home playoff win for the Golden Panthers since a 14-6 win over Hanover Park in the 2002 North 2, Group 2 playoffs.
With the top two seeds in the bracket also advancing on Friday, it will end up the final home game for Pequannock this season unless they reach the sectional final and top seed Westwood loses next week.
With the game on the line and before a fourth and one at the two-yard line in overtime, a few things were said in the Pequannock huddle during a timeout. Among them was senior lineman Justin Gryszkin telling coaches to shuffle the offensive line, putting him and fellow senior Tyler Frame as the guards before a quarterback sneak for DeLitizia.
"We said screw it," said Moschella. "You guys want to win. Sure, they stopped us on fourth and short earlier twice. If you want to win, you gotta make things happen. Go make it."
They did, indeed, make it. The shuffle of the offensive line with the game in the hands of Pequannock's impactful senior class was the difference in Friday's victory.
"It just shows the chemistry we have as a group," said DeLitizia. "Two yards are ahead of us and we knew we had to get them."
"As a kicker myself, you usually tell those guys it's just another play. Get your steps, kick the ball, nothing else matters. I didn't say a word to [Nick]." - Moschella.
"We needed a kicker last year and coach [Moschella] has done everything to get me to what I have been able to do for this team with my foot." - Zuccala.
"It's a big step and we aren't done yet. We are happy but not satisfied." - DeLitizia.
Pequannock (8-2) travel to Bernards (10-0) next weekend in the sectional semifinals. The Golden Panthers have not been to a sectional final since winning consecutive state titles in 1999 and 2000.
Madison finishes the season with a 5-4 record.