Occupational Therapy | Hand Therapy Services Totowa Passaic County NJ

Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa offers Occupational Therapy as part of our excellent Physical Therapy service for our Passaic County, NJ clientele.  Our Occupational Therapy services, which can include Hand Therapy, are based on the functional model and dynamic use of manual medicine in physical therapy and rehabilitation.  We are delighted to introduce Certified Hand Therapy in Passaic County NJ.  

Hand Therapy

We offer the services of a professional Occupational Therapist, Tiffany Denaro, who is not only a licensed and certified OT, but she is also a NJ certified Hand Therapist.  A Hand Therapist is an OT who has advanced their education, clinical experience, and the integration of knowledge in anatomy, physiology and kinesiology.  Having Tiffany on our team, we are proficient in the treatment of hand conditions.

As a rule, many hand surgeons will only send their patients to an Occupational Therapist who has their Certified Hand Therapist qualification.  Due to the requirements and difficulty of this exam, not many OTs go on to get their certification.  And so, we are proud to have Tiffany, A Certified Hand Therapist, on the Elite team!

Professional Care For Our Patients

Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa strives to provide professional and highly trained therapists to see to the care of the individuals who come to us for help. The goal of our Occupational Therapists is to offer evaluations that determine the ability of an individual to perform the basic tasks needed for independent daily functioning. We offer surgery-free interventions and rehabilitation for a variety of upper extremity disorders and discomforts. Our therapists use techniques and tools, including exercise programs, custom orthotic fabrication, pain and swelling management and wound and scar care. If your doctor has suggested a program of physical therapy for treating injuries to the upper extremities, including shoulders, arms, elbows, forearms, wrists and hands, call us at (862) 239-1768 for an appointment.

Understanding BPPV

BPPV is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo – a condition where you have a feeling of spinning or dizziness. This is often the result of an inner ear issue or from changing the position of your head. Knowing the cause of this feeling is crucial in determining the type of treatment that is needed. BPPV can be treated with Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Care, or by Acupuncture. At Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa our knowledgeable therapists offer testing to discover the cause of BPPV and then proceeding to provide therapy options for treatment. We welcome the opportunity to educate patients about BPPV and talk about treatment. Elite Spine offers a way of understanding BPPV and seeking a mode of treating patients suffering with BPPV in Passaic County NJ and surrounding NJ counties.

How Is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo Treated?

BPPV may be caused by head and neck problems as well as by inner ear issues. The Dix-Hallpike Test is used to determine whether the problem is coming from the ear canal. This test helps determine the form of treatment necessary. Treatment may be Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Care or Acupuncture. BPPV is rarely serious, but can be when it leads to losing one’s balance and falling.

When seeking treatment through Chiropractic Care, manipulation techniques may be used. The professional Chiropractors at Elite Spine are experienced in these techniques and have found they are helpful in addressing BPPV.

Exercise and Alignment offered by our Physical Therapy staff are another option for treating BPPV. The dizziness may affect you when lying down, sitting up or when standing. Physical Therapy treatment can bring relief to anyone suffering the discomfort of BPPV.

Acupuncture is another form of treatment for BPPV. Our certified Acupuncturists at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa can stimulate the area surrounding the ear, providing relief through realignment.

Seek Treatment For Dizziness and Vertigo

To become educated about BPPV and the treatment options that are available, contact our team at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa. We can be reached at (862) 239-1768. We aim to relieve your discomfort and allow you to enjoy a life of active pursuits.

Prenatal and Postnatal Care

Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa offers Prenatal and Postnatal Care and Corrective Exercise to pregnant women. This is an exercise program that improves posture, breathing patterns and functional movement in a woman pre and post childbirth. Our main focus at Elite Spine is to teach prenatal and postnatal women that a good exercise program is beneficial before and after giving birth.  At Elite Spine we offer care and corrective exercise before and after childbirth.

What Should Goals During and After Pregnancy Be?

Goals should include the following:

Decrease Pain Increase Functional Strength

Improve Posture and Body Awareness Improve Balance

Strengthen and Improve Breathing Patterns Improve Flexibility

Strengthen Core Muscles Decrease Muscle Spasm and Tenderness

What Are the Benefits?

The benefits of prenatal care, postnatal care and corrective exercise are to:

1. Improve overall mood

2. Increase blood flow

3. increase nutrient delivery to the baby and excrete toxin

4. Increase baby’s vitality

5. Improve endurance

6. Decrease pregnancy aches, pains, muscle spasms and cramping

7. Decrease shortness of breath

8. Maintain a healthy weight

9. Decrease stress

10. Decrease the likelihood of Postpartum Depression

11. Assist in an easier and less painful labor

Take Care of Yourself During and After Pregnancy

Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa offers this program of Prenatal and Postnatal Care and Corrective Exercise to help pregnant women have a safe and healthy pregnancy. We provide care and corrective exercise before and after childbirth. Our therapists can evaluate a woman’s tolerance to this program and assure that she will benefit from it. We want all new mothers to be able to care for their babies in a stress-free and physically fit way. For an assessment and to start our program, call us at (862) 239-1768. We look forward to working with you.

Rotator Cuff Injury in Totowa NJ

Rotator Cuff Injury happens often, especially in today’s active lifestyle environment. It can be very painful when the tendons and muscles of your shoulder are injured. Rotator Cuff Injury occurs when the ball of the upper arm bone slips out of the shoulder socket and the shoulder swells up and really hurts. At Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa, our Physical Therapy specialists treat this type of injury with the LightForce Deep Tissue Laser Therapy device. This is a very quick, non-invasive and very effective pain relief solution. It is a drug-free, surgery-free modality that is always available in our Totowa, Passaic County NJ facility. We urge anyone with shoulder pain to seek relief with Deep Tissue Laser Therapy.

What Symptoms Indicate Rotator Cuff Injury?

The symptoms of Rotator Cuff Injury often include weakness and pain in the shoulder, trouble lifting your arm above your head and creaking sounds when you move the shoulder. Seek Deep Tissue Laser Therapy treatment for relief of the pain and discomfort of shoulder injury if you experience any of these symptoms.

What Treatment Is Used For Rotator Cuff Injury?

The Physical Therapy team at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa uses Deep Tissue Laser therapy for the treatment of Rotator Cuff Injuries. This treatment strengthens the arm muscles surrounding the Rotator Cuff and speeds recovery by getting blood flowing. Our therapists will also introduce exercises that can help prevent future Rotator Cuff Injury.

Deep Tissue Laser Therapy For Pain Relief

At Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa, Physical Therapy and Deep Tissue Laser Therapy treatment are always available to relieve pain. Our staff will analyze an injury and help you proceed toward the best treatment. Rotator Cuff Injury is not the only ailment treated with Deep Tissue Laser Therapy. An active lifestyle can produce painful injuries of all kinds, which our experienced Physical Therapy staff treat every day. Call Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa at (862) 239-1768 for a consultation and get back to participating in the physical activities that you love – pain-free.

What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a condition in which the median nerve, running from the forearm to the palm of the hand, becomes painful. This discomfort with numbness and tingling, is mostly the result of being pressed or squeezed. The Carpal Tunnel is made up of ligament and bones found at the base of the hand. This pathway houses nerves and tendons that allow fingers to bend. This is an area of the anatomy that is in constant use. The constant use of the hand in the same way, such as typing or clicking on a computer or phone, causes pain and discomfort which leads to Carpal Tunnel syndrome. Tennis players may also suffer from this condition after gripping a tennis raquet for long periods of time. At Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa, treating Carpal Tunnel opSyndrome is a specialty of our Physical Therapy Team.  We are experienced in the options for treatment of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

What Is Treatment Like?

Expert Physical Therapy Services are available to Passaic County and surrounding area patients who suffer the symptoms of Carpal Tunnel syndrome. Physical Therapy instruction by Elite Spine staff usually begins with learning the correct stretching techniques for treating Carpal Tunnel syndrome. These exercises treat the pain and can be practiced as you work. If these exercises don’t prove to relieve the pain our therapists may use Active Release Technique, or Deep Tissue Laser Therapy. These are both drug-free and surgery-free options.

Therapists Find The Treatment That Works Best For You

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is caused by the constant and strenuous use of the hands and wrists. Therapists at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa have the expertise and experience to find the treatment that works best for your particular discomfort. If you suffer from pain due to continuous use of your hands and wrists, give us a call and make an appointment for therapy. We can be reached at (862) 239-1768.

Offering Healing, Mobility and Balance

Physical Therapy is generally recommended by a doctor after a serious injury or after surgery. When you are prevented from having free mobility, the expertise of a certified Physical Therapist can promote healing. The main focus of Physical Therapy is for a patient to build strength, mobility, and balance. Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa offers outstanding Physical Therapy in Passaic County NJ and surrounding areas when an injury or illness has left you unable to live a fully mobile and pain-free life.

Another aspect of our Physical Therapy Services is Occupational Therapy. This is a type of rehabilitation that focuses on optimizing engagement in your daily life after a traumatic injury or illness. Our certified Occupational Therapists may use manual therapy to induce healing, mobility and balance. This helps a patient regain the ability to perform the basic tasks needed for daily and independent functioning.

What Does Physical Therapy Consist Of?

Physical Therapy is a basic type of healthcare focusing on the mobility of a patient, suggested by a physician after an injury, it is also used after surgery, pregnancy, stroke and to manage chronic illnesses. Our licensed therapists will evaluate an injury and create a plan, including exercises, stretching, and heart rate monitoring. The main goal of Physical Therapy is for the patient to heal, regaining strength, mobility and balance.

Occupational Therapy provides the necessary rehabilitation routines that help an individual perform the basic daily taks needed to function at work, home, school, and more. After a traumatic injury, surgery or illness these every day movements may be painful and difficult to achieve. Our therapists provide patients in Totowa and all of Passaic County with both a hands-on approach and an educational treatment method to improve their overall quality of life.

To return to a high level of daily functioning, Hand Therapy is a common occupational therapy practice. Hand Therapy includes the science of evaluating and treating injuries and conditions that impact the upper extremities, including shoulders, arms, elbows, forearms, wrists and hands.

Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy

Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa offers outstanding Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy provided by certified therapists. If your doctor has ordered Physical Therapy after an injury, surgery or illness call us at (862) 239-1768 for professional treatment. Personal and individual treatment is provided by experienced therapists. Treatment at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa will help you on the road to recovery and to a full and active life.

Define Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a type of Eastern medicine in use for centuries to treat pain and health issues. Here in the U.S. Acupuncture is considered to be an alternative treatment for pain and various other conditions. With the use of specially designed needles, Acupuncture implements a technique of treating 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 changes made by the release of these chemicals is said to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities. Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa offers pain relief through acupuncture in Totowa NJ.

Acupuncture in Passaic County

At Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa, our staff of certified and experienced Acupuncturists treat our patients. These acupuncturists are trained in this form of treatment and practice the technique for the wellness of our patients. Natural endorphins and other neurotransmitters act as painkillers, are thought to be much more potent than drugs, and are stimulated by the use of Acupuncture.

Acupuncture can treat a broad variety of conditions including:

Allergies

Asthma

Addictions

Anxiety

Depression

High Blood Pressure

Post-operative Recovery

Sexual Dysfunction

….and so much more.

Work With Certified Acupuncturists in Totowa

Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa has a staff of certified and experienced Acupuncturists to treat patients. They welcome to opportunity to inform you while treating your pain with this restorative technique. If you are having pain or are experiencing any of the issues listed above, give us a call at (862) 239-1768 to set up an appointment with one of our qualified acupuncturists.

When You Need A Chiropractor

Most patients feel they need the attention of a Chiropractor when they have back, neck or joint pain. Pain relieving procedures offered by Chiropractors are known as “spinal manipulation” or “chiropractic adjustment”. Chiropractic care is used to help patients regain mobility of joints that have been injured or stressed repeatedly. The experienced Chiropractic staff at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa, led by licensed Chiropractors, use a hands-on approach to health care. This outstanding care includes examination, diagnosis and treatment. Professionals recommend therapeutic and rehabilitative exercise programs together with lifestyle changes. Our Chiropractic staff offer their services to Passaic County NJ patients as well as anyone suffering back, neck or joint pain. When you are seeking Chiropractic treatment in Totowa NJ call on Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa.

Inflammation And Pain Are Treated Professionally

When tissue injuries occur, they result in physical and chemical changes that cause inflammation and pain. Tissue injury can be caused by heavy lifting or being bent over for long periods of time. Repeated stress to an area of your body causes inflammation and pain. In order for this to heal, a Chiropractor utilizes manipulation or adjustment to restore mobility and relieve pain.  Seeking Chiropractic Treatment in NJ means calling Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa.

How Does Chiropractic Care Help?

Chiropractic care should help in the following ways:

• Reduce joint restriction
• Restore range of motion
• Improve posture
• Improve muscle and joint flexibility
• Restore spinal alignment

Offering Professional Relief For Back, Neck or Joint Pain

As you age, sustain injury or engage in activities that put a lot of stress on your body, the services of a Chiropractor may be needed. Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa provides an excellent Chiropractic Staff, led by Dr. Gabriel Hannawi, DC. Dr. Hannawi heads a knowledgeable and experienced staff who are trained in the treatment of neuromusculoskeletal issues. If you are suffering pain in your back, neck, arm or leg joints, or have persistent headaches, make an appointment to see our Chiropractic Staff. Their goal is always to relieve your discomfort and help you enjoy a pain-free life. We can be reached at (862) 239-1768.

Occupational Therapy Following A Traumatic Medical Issue or Severe Injury

At some time in your life you may need Occupational Therapy services.  Recovering from a severe injury or a traumatic medical issue is when you need it most. If you have suffered a stroke, or if you were injured in an accident, you will require specialized treatment to return to your everyday routines. Professional therapists at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa are able to offer detailed evaluations that will help to determine your ability to perform daily tasks for independent functioning at home, work, or school. Then a program of rehabilitation is provided to promote healing, mobility, balance and more. We offer hands-on as well as educational support to improve your overall quality of life.  We provide Occupational Therapy to regain independence in Totowa NJ.

Occupational Therapy is health care that helps people with physical, sensory, or cognitive problems. This form of therapy aids in regaining independence in all areas of your life after a severe injury or traumatic medical issue. The goal of Occupational Therapy (OT) is to help you be able to take care of yourself, to work, and to leave your home and meet other people.

Occupational Therapy For Less Severe Conditions

You may endure the pain and discomfort of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis, Tendonitis or other chronic conditions. Occupational Therapy is a way to treat these issues. Hand Therapy, another facet of Occupational Therapy, is an area of treatment for injuries and conditions that impact the upper extremities. This includes shoulders, elbows, arms, forearms, wrists and hands.

In using Occupational Therapy, our fully licensed and certified therapists employ a number of techniques and tools which include exercise programs, custom orthotic fabrication, pain and swelling management, and wound and scar care.

Occupational Therapy for Severe Conditions and Chronic Issues

Whether you have endured a severe injury, a traumatic medical issue, or have chronic pain caused by any number of problems, Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa offers a way to treat you. Our goal is always to treat patients with professional care that helps them return to normal functioning in their daily lives. If you are in need of therapy and treatment due to any of the above circumstances, call Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa at (862) 239-1768 for an appointment.

Hands-On Manipulation Treatment

Massage Therapy uses the implementation of Soft Tissue Manipulation to relieve pain, stress, and muscle fatigue. It may also increase circulation for patients who have been bedridden for a while due to injury or surgery. The qualified and experienced Massage Therapists at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa perform hands-on manipulation treatment to offer pain relief through Massage Therapy.

More Than Relaxation Therapy

Although we think of massage as a way to relax and unwind, it is also very effective for overused or injured muscles, and for rehabilitation after surgery. Athletes seek Massage Therapy to relax and strengthen muscles, and to increase flexibility. Massage is useful for treatment and prevention of injuries, and for relieving pain and swelling after surgery.

Benefits of Massage Therapy

Some conditions where Massage Therapy offers the most benefit are:

• Back Pain
• Range of Motion
• Atrophied Muscles
• Recovery from Strenuous Exerton
• Healing Scar Tissue and Stretch Marks
• Soreness and Swelling after Surgery
• Migraine Headache

The techniques used by Massage Therapists at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa increase joint flexibility and release endorphins, the body’s natural painkiller. This is especially helpful for athletes.

Pain Relief Through Massage

Massage Therapy is often used by Therapists at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa as part of a recovery plan after injury or surgery. If you are in pain due to injury or surgery call us at (862) 239-1768 to schedule a massage session. Our goal is to relieve your pain and to educate you about injury prevention in the future.