Occupational Therapy After Traumatic Medical Problem or Severe Injury

Chances are that at some time in your life you may need Occupational Therapy services. Occupational Therapy is a form of health care that helps patients with physical, sensory, or cognitive issues. The goal of Occupational Therapy is to aid in regaining independence in all areas of your life after suffering a severe injury or traumatic medical issue. This means being able to take care of yourself, to work, and to leave home and socialize.  Our focus is on helping you regain daily routine with Occupational Therapy.

Recovering from a severe injury or traumatic medical issue is difficult. After having a stroke or being injured in an accident, specialized treatment will be required to return to your everyday routines. The professional therapists at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa can offer detailed evaluations that will help to determine your ability to perform daily tasks for independent functioning at home, work, or school. A program of rehabilitation is provided to promote healing, mobility, and balance. Hands-on as well as educational support is offered to improve your overall quality of life.

Occupational Therapy Is Also Offered For Less Severe Conditions

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis, Tendonitis or other chronic conditions may cause pain and discomfort. Occupational Therapy is a way to treat these issues. Hand Therapy, another form of Occupational Therapy, is a way of treating injuries and conditions that impact the upper extremities, including shoulders, elbows, arms, forearms, wrists and hands. We have a certified Hand Therapist on staff.

Our fully licensed and certified therapists use a number of techniques and tools including exercise programs, custom orthotic fabrication, pain and swelling management, and wound and scar care in the implementation of Occupational Therapy.

Severe Conditions and Chronic Issues Are Treated With Occupational Therapy

Whether you have suffered a severe injury, a traumatic medical issue, or have chronic pain caused by any number of problems, Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa offers a way to treat you. We focus on treating patients with professional care that results in their return to normal functioning in their daily lives. If any of the above-described circumstances have put you in pain or discomfort, give Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa a call at (862) 239-1768 for an appointment. Our Occupational Therapists will be happy to provide a program of treatment for you.

What Is IASTM-Graston Technique?

The Physical Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa offer various types of Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM). Graston Technique is one of the methods of instrument-assisted pain relief and It is a surgery-free and medication-free way of treating pain. Utilizing special instruments, and combining it with Physical Therapy, Graston Technique makes healing quicker, and opens the range of motion that has been restricted. Physical Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa are trained in the Graston Technique and focus on relieving pain for patients in Passaic County NJ and surrounding NJ locations.

Education and Certification in the use of the Graston Technique may be achieved in various ways, one of which is the support of grastontechnique.com. This is a training program that provides essential training and advanced training, which leads to GTS (Graston Technique Specialist) certification.

What Conditions Are Treated With Graston Technique?

Graston Technique can be used to relieve pain for patients suffering from Neck Pain, Wrist Pain, Tennis Elbow or Golfer’s Elbow, Back Pain, Knee Pain, and more. Patients in Totowa NJ with discomfort in any of these areas should seek treatment with the IASTM-Graston Technique for pain relief.

Always Seeking Ways To Relieve Pain

The therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa are always looking for ways to treat pain. If you suffer pain as the result of a build-up of scar tissue, or pain in your joints, call us a (862) 239-1768. Our staff can outline the various forms of pain relief available to patients. Graston Technique is an innovative form of treatment and would undoubtedly be included.

More Than Stress Relief

The qualified and experienced Massage Therapists working at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa provide hands-on manipulation treatment to relieve pain, stress and muscle fatigue. Massage can also be used to increase circulation for patients who have been bedridden for extended periods of time due to injury or surgery. Often athletes employ Massage Therapy to relax and strengthen muscles and increase flexibility. Massage is useful for treatment and prevention of injuries and to relieve pain and swelling from surgery. In other words, the positive results of Massage Therapy are numerous.

What Are The Benefits of Massage Therapy?

Some conditions for which Massage Therapy is most beneficial are:

back pain

range of motion

atrophied muscles

recovery from strenuous exertion

healing scar tissue and stretch marks

soreness and swelling after surgery

migraine headaches

Pain Relief With Massage

Techniques used by Massage Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa may increase joint flexibility and release endorphins, the body’s natural painkiller.

Massage is often used by therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa as part of a recovery plan after injury or surgery. If you are suffering pain due to injury or surgery, call us at (862) 239-1768 to schedule a massage session. We focus on relieving your pain and educating you about injury prevention in the future.

Care During Pregnancy And After

Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa provides beneficial Prenatal and Postnatal Care and Corrective Exercise for pregnant women. This program helps to improve posture, breathing patterns and movement in a woman before and after giving birth. Our focus is to let women know that a good exercise routine during pregnancy and after giving birth offers physical fitness benefits.

Goals and Benefits

Goals for pregnant women should be to decrease pain and increase functional strength, improve posture, balance and body awareness, improve breathing patterns for strength and flexibility, stengthen core muscles and decrease muscle spasms and tenderness.

Benefits include an improvement in mood, increase in blood flow, raise nutrient delivery to the baby and excrete toxin, increase the baby’s vitality, decrease typical pregnancy aches, pains, muscle spasms and cramping, maintain a healthy weight, remove stress, make Postpartum Depression less likely, and to help you have an easier and less painful labor.

Self-Care During and After Pregnancy

At Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa, our program of Prenatal and Postnatal Care and Corrective Exercise is to ensure a safe and healthy pregnancy. Our therapists are able to evaluate a woman’s tolerance to this program and be sure she will benefit from it. We want new mothers to be able to take care of their babies in a physical fit and stress-free manner. Give us a call at (862) 239-1768 for an assessment and to begin our program. Our team at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa looks forward to working with you.

Chiropractic Care In Passaic County NJ

When a patient has suffered injury to their back, neck or joint, they generally will want the help of a Chiropractor. The treatment offered by the licensed Chiropractors at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa may be “spinal manipulation” or “chiropractic adjustment”. This hands-on treatment is provided by certified Chiropractors and our professional staff. Our Chiropractic staff can recommend therapeutic and rehabilitative exercise programs together with helpful lifestyle adjustments. When seeking Chiropractic treatment in Passaic County NJ, call on Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa.

Professional Treatment For Inflammation and Pain

When tissue injuries occur, physical and chemical changes that cause pain and inflammation are often the result. These injuries may be the result of heaving lifting, being bent-over, engaging in physical activities that stress your body, or just aging. To help heal these injuries, a Chiropractor may use manipulation or adjustment to allow you to regain mobility and relieve pain. Chiropractic care can help in many ways, such as reducing joint restriction and restoring range of motion. We recommend posture improvement, work to improve muscle and joint flexibility, and restore spinal alignment.

Offering Professional Help

When you are aging, have injured your back, neck or a joint, or are involved in physical activities that continually stress your body, a Chiropractor may be needed. Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa provides the services of an excellent Chiropractic staff headed by Dr. Gabriel Hannawi, DC. Dr. Hannawi leads a knowledgeable and experienced team who are trained in the treatment of neuromusculoskeletal conditions. If you are plagued by any of these problems or have persistent headaches, give us a call at (862) 239-1768 for an appointment. Our Chiropractic Staff is always focused on treating your discomfort and helping you return to having a pain-free and active life.

What Is Acupuncture?

Acupuncture is a form of Eastern medical therapy used for centuries to treat pain and other health issues. In this country Acupuncture is considered alternative treatment for various conditions. With the use of specially designed needles, Acupuncture uses a technique of pricking pressure points on the skin that are said to stimulate the central nervous system by releasing chemicals into muscle, the spinal cord, and the brain. The body’s natural healing abilities are stimulated by the release of these chemicals. At Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa we offer Acupuncture treatment for pain, stress and fatigue relief administered by a staff of certified and experienced Acupuncturists.

Other Reasons To Use Acupuncture

The Acupuncturists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa are trained in this form of treatment and use it to promote the wellness of our patients. Natural endorphins and other neurotransmitters act as painkillers. These are said to be much more potent than drugs and they are stimulated by Acupuncture.

Acupuncture can be used to treat a broad variety of conditions, such as: allergies, asthma, addictions, anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, post-operative recovery, and more.  All without drugs or surgery.

Treatment Administered By Certified Acupuncturists

At Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa we have a staff of certified and experienced Acupuncturists treating patients. They welcome the opportunity to inform you about Acupuncture while treating you with this restorative technique. If you are experiencing pain or any of the conditions listed above, call us at (862) 239-1768 to make an appointment with one of our highly qualified Acupuncturists.

Define Spinal Stenosis

Spinal Stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal in your back. This condition causes pressure on the spinal cord. Stenosis can occur in any part of the back, but the most common location is the lower back or lumbar area. Pressure caused by Spinal Stenosis results in pain and burning in the back and down into the legs. This makes it hard to walk or stand up straight. Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa have experience in treating the discomfort of Spinal Stenosis without drugs or surgery. We use therapy for Spinal Stenosis regularly for patients in NJ seeking pain relief. 

What Causes Spinal Stenosis?

Gradual wear and tear to your joints over time is usually the cause of Spinal Stenosis. This condition generally develops in people over the age of 50, and most often in women. Spinal Stenosis could be the result of injury to the spine, or possibly by earlier surgery to the spine. Rheumatoid Arthritis, bone diseases or spinal tumors can also lead to Spinal Stenosis.

What Are Symptoms Of Spinal Stenosis?

Some symptoms of Spinal Stenosis may be:

• Back Pain – mostly in the lower back or lumbar area
• Burning sensation traveling into the buttocks and down the legs
• Numbness, tingling or cramping of legs
• Loss of sensation in feet, causing a foot to slap when walking

If you develop more serious symptoms you should always see a doctor.

Chiropractic Treatment and Physical Therapy

At Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa our Physical Therapists use Flexion Distraction Therapy to treat Spinal Stenosis in patients in Passaic County NJ and nearby locations. This is a chiropractic technique performed on a table that gently moves, allowing the spine to flex. A Chiropractor will use manual manipulation while on the table to relieve pressure. This is to get the spine to move correctly without pain.

The Chiropractor and Physical Therapy staff at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa have experience in the use of Flexion Distraction Therapy for Spinal Stenosis. If you suffer pain and burning in your legs, you could be developing Spinal Stenosis. To talk about your symptoms and treatment to relieve your discomfort, call us at (862) 239-1768.

What Is The Rotator Cuff?

The Rotator Cuff is made up of 4 tendons and muscles that unite around the shoulder joint. These tendons and muscles keep the ball of your upper arm bone in the shoulder socket and are important for the mobility of your shoulder and arm. The Rotator Cuff can be injured or torn and get swollen. The result is pain and lack of flexibility. The physical therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa are able to treat this type of injury and relieve the pain and discomfort. One form of treatment is accomplished with the use of Deep Tissue Laser Therapy. If you suffer Rotator Cuff injury, we can offer relief and treatment.

Symptoms?

Symptoms of Rotator Cuff injury can include weakness and pain in the shoulder, difficulty lifting your arm above your head, or creaking sounds when moving the shoulder. These conditions almost always cause great pain and it is best to seek treatment quickly to ease the discomfort.

What Is Treatment For Rotator Cuff Injury?

The Physical Therapy experts at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa generally focus on Deep Tissue Laser Therapy to treat Rotator Cuff injuries. Treatment strengthens the scapular and arm muscles surrounding the Rotator Cuff, and Deep Tissue Laser Therapy speeds up the recovery process by getting the blood flowing. Our therapists also provide exercises for the prevention of future Rotator Cuff injuries. This type of injury is quite common among physically active people, and treatment for Rotator Cuff injury is a specialty of ours.

Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment in Passaic County

Individuals in Totowa, or anywhere in the Passaic County NJ area who have injured their Rotator Cuff should give Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa a call at (862) 239-1768. Our Physical Therapy team will analyze the injury and guide you toward the best treatment to relieve the pain. Our Physical Therapy and Deep Tissue Laser Therapy treatment services are always available to relieve pain. We believe that staying active is essential for a healthy life.

Explain Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when the median nerve, running from the forearm to the palm of the hand, becomes painful. The discomfort of numbness and tingling is mostly due to being pressed or squeezed. The Carpal Tunnel consists of ligament and bones found at the base of the hand, housing nerves and tendons that let fingers bend. This area is in constant use. The continual use of the hand in a consistent way, such as typing on a computer or clicking on a phone, causes pain which leads to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Tennis players also suffer from this condition after holding a tennis raquet tight for long periods of time. Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a specialty of our Physical Therapy Team at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa. We are knowledgeable about the options for treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. We offer our experience in the treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome to sufferers in Totowa and all of Passaic County as well as surrounding northern NJ locations.

How Does Treatment Work?

Expert Physical Therapy instruction by Elite Spine staff usually begins with learning correct stretching techniques for treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. These exercises treat the discomfort and can be practiced as you work. If these exercises don’t relieve the pain our therapists may use Active Release Technique, or Deep Tissue Laser Therapy. Both of these are drug-free and surgery-free options. If the pain persists beyond the proper implementation of these options, then drugs or surgery may become necessary

Our Therapists Find The Treatment That Works For You

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is the result of constant and strenuous use of the hands and wrists. Therapists at Elite Spine have the experience and ability to find the treatment that works best for your particular discomfort. If you have pain from continuous use of your hands and wrists, call Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa for therapy. We can be reached (862) 239-1768.

Working In The Yard Can Cause Back or Knee Pain

Spring has sprung and it’s time for yard work! Working on getting your yard ready for the growing season can mean hours of bending over flowerbeds, or resting on your knees for weeding. Almost all yard work involves using muscles and joints that you haven’t used for months. Yard work takes a toll and trying to avoid back and knee pain from gardening involves some effort.

At Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa, our Physical Therapists are experts at preparing your body for strenuous garden maintenance. Our therapists help prepare gardeners in Totowa, Passaic County NJ and surrounding locations, for the hard work ahead. Repetitive movement, or being in the same position for hours can strain the muscles, joints and ligaments. Doing yard work is actually exercise and involves repetitive movement. Most people don’t think of preparing their body for garden work. They train for competitive sports, and though gardening isn’t competitive it does work the muscles like sports do.

Ways To Avoid Pain During Yard Work

Some tips for avoiding back and knee pain during gardening are:

1. As with any sport, stretching before you start, during and after gardening will help to keep your muscles and joints limber.

2. Avoid staying in the same position for too long. Take breaks or change the activity.

3. Remember to keep good posture in mind. Don’t hunch over or cross your legs. These may seem like a comfortable position in which to do certain tasks, but you’ll feel it later.

4. Use knee pads when the task requires kneeling. This keeps your knees clean and provides relief from pain.

Let Us Prepare Your Body With Physical Therapy

The Physical Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa have experience and knowledge that can be valuable in preparing your body for gardening. You may not think of preparing your body for yard work, but you might find that you’d like our help after working in the garden. Our therapists are here to help by addressing the areas of pain and relieve them. We want you to successfully return to doing the things you enjoy, pain free. To prepare your body for yard work, give Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa a call at (862) 239-1768 and set up an appointment to talk with a Physical Therapist.