What Is TMJ Disorder?

TMJ stands for Temporomandibular Joint and the temporomandibular joint is located in the jaw, consisting of a hinge and a slide. The bones connected to the TMJ have cartilage and a disc between them, which absorb shock and keep the jaw moving smoothly. When either one or both of these become worn or dislocated, damage is suffered. An injury to this area usually puts it out of alignment and can be irritating at the least, and extremely painful at the worst. Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa offers the services of knowledgeable and experienced Physical Therapists who can evaluate and treat TMJ Disorder. We offer treatment for the pain of TMJ Disorder to patients in Totowa, Passaic County NJ as well as surrounding area locations.

How Do We Treat TMJ Disorder?

TMJ is often treated with medication to ease pain, and in extreme cases surgery is required. Before considering either of these solutions, Physical Therapy is an alternative way to treat TMJ. Treatment can begin with simple heat and ice. Ultrasound application is also effective. Our Physical Therapists treat TMJ Disorder by providing exercises that stretch and strengthen the jaw muscles.

Using Physical Therapy To Treat TMJ Disorder

Our experienced team at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa likes to use the latest techniques to treat TMJ Disorder. We are able to determine the root cause of TMJ Disorder and recommend Physical Therapy applications to treat it. If you suffer pain from a locked jaw, difficulty opening the jaw, biting problems, and clicking or popping noise when biting, you should definitely seek treatment. Give Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa a call and consult with a member of our staff about your concerns. We always seek to ease your discomfort and treat the cause without medication or surgery when possible. We can be reached at (862) 239-1768.

What Is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational Therapy is a type of rehabilitation that is meant to increase your ability to engage in daily life after a traumatic medical issue or severe injury. If you have suffered a stroke, or were injured in an accident, you will presumably require specialized treatment to return to your everyday routine. Occupational Therapy is health care that helps patients with physical, sensory, or cognitive issues. The ultimate goal of Occupational Therapy is to help you regain independence in all areas of your life and have the ability to take care of yourself, to work, and to leave your home and interact with others.

Professional Therapists Offer Evaluation

Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa offer detailed evaluation of your ability to engage in daily activities at home, work or school. 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 after a traumatic injury or medical issue.

Less Severe Conditions

If you have the pain and discomfort of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Arthritis, Tendonitis or other chronic conditions, Occupational Therapy is a way to treat these problems. Hand Therapy, another part of Occupational Therapy, is an area of treatment for injuries and conditions that affect the upper extremities. This includes shoulders, elbows, arms, forearms, wrists and hands. Our fully licensed and certified therapists use a number of tools and techniques which include exercise programs, pain and swelling management, and wound and scar care.

Offering Treatment For Severe Conditions and Chronic Issues

Whether you have had a severe injury, suffered a traumatic medical issue, or have chronic pain due to 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 helps them regain normal functioning in daily life. If you are in need of therapy and treatment due to any of the above mentioned circumstances, give us a call at (862) 239-1768 for an appointment with our staff.

What Is The Rotator Cuff?

The Rotator Cuff is located in the shoulder and is made up of 4 tendons and muscles that unite around the shoulder joint. These tendons and muscles keep the ball of the upper arm bone set in the shoulder socket and are essential for the mobility of the shoulder and arm. If the Rotator Cuff is torn or injured it swells up and becomes very painful and you are unable to move the shoulder as well as normal. At Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa, our Physical Therapists have the ability to treat this type of injury and relieve the pain and lack of flexibility.

How Do You Know You’ve Injured the Rotator Cuff?

Symptoms of Rotator Cuff injury may include weakness and pain in the shoulder. You may have difficulty lifting your arm above your head, or have creaking sounds when moving the shoulder. This is usually very painful and you should seek treatment quickly to relieve the discomfort.

Treatment For Rotator Cuff Injury?

One form of treatment for Rotator Cuff injury used by the Physical Therapy experts at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa is Deep Tissue Laser Therapy. Physical Therapy 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 injuring the Rotator Cuff in the future. This type of injury is common among physically active people and treatment is a specialty of ours.

Shoulder Rotator Cuff Injury Treatment in Passaic County NJ

Anyone in Totowa, or anywhere in Passaic County NJ that has injured their Shoulder and Rotator Cuff would benefit from treatment offered by Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa. We can be reached at (862) 239-1768. Our Physical Therapy team will analyze the injury and show you what the best treatment to relieve the pain would be. Physical Therapy and Deep Tissue Laser Therapy are always available and administered by expert therapists. Staying active is important for a long and healthy life.

What Is A Herniated Disc?

A Herniated Disc describes an issue with the cartilage that rests between your vertebrae. This disc is named an Intervertebral Disc because it lies between every one of your vertebrae to absorb shock and to prevent your spine from rubbing together. Over time, due to age or excessive trauma, these discs may become damaged or cracked. Intervertebral Discs have a soft-cartilage center and hard cartilage outer ring. Damage to the outer ring can result in the leakage of the soft cartilage, or herniation to the outer edges of the disc. This can pinch nerves and cause severe pain that ranges from annoying to positively debilitating.

How Do You Know If Your Disc is Herniated?

Usually you know because you are in pain. The pain can be a slightly annoying ache for some, while others cannot partake in normal daily activities because of the pain. Numbness and tingling can also be common symptoms of a Herniated Disc. The nervous system is all connected, so pressure on a nerve in your spine may cause pain throughout your entire body. Often, a Herniated Disc putting pressure on the nerve is felt in the arms and legs and can interfere with basic movement. Medication and sometimes surgery are often called for to treat the pain, but Physical Therapy directed by the Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa Physical Therapy staff can help you get back to moving properly while improving the potential causes of Disc Herniation such as bad posture or lack of movement.

Can You Treat A Herniated Disc?

Fortunately non-surgical treatments are the most common solutions to Herniated Discs. Manual therapy, Therapeutic exercises to strengthen and stabilize the muscles surrounding the spine, deep tissue laser therapy, and therapeutic modalities can be of help in limiting and possibly eliminating the effects of a disc herniation.

The Physical Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa can help with exercises and posture to initially address the pain of a herniated disc. Preparing the muscles surrounding the spine to correct your posture is essential for relieving pain. Also, the ability to use pinpointed, deep laser therapy can get deep into the tissue and muscles and relieve your pain without the use of drugs or surgery.

Seek Professional Help

Finding out what techniques work for your situation, and how strength and posture correction can help prevent future issues related to herniated discs, can both alleviate current pain and prevent future injury. Our experienced Physical Therapists can provide you with the necessary tools to improve your quality of life. Physical Therapy offers non-surgical treatment for a herniated disc. Correct posture and muscle development are key to living a healthy and active, pain-free life. Talk to the Physical Therapy staff at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa to discover the best treatment for your pain. We can be reached at (862) 239-1768.

What Is Spinal Stenosis?

Spinal Stenosis is the narrowing of the spinal canal in your back, causing pressure on the spinal cord. This can occur in any part of the back, but most often it affects the lower back or lumbar area. The pressure caused by Spinal Stenosis results in pain and burning in the back and down into the legs, making it hard to walk or to stand up straight. At Elite Spine & Sport Care of Totowa, our therapists are experienced in treating the discomfort of Spinal Stenosis, sans drugs or surgery. We use therapeutic treatment for patients suffering the pain of Spinal Stenosis.

What Causes Spinal Stenosis?

Spinal Stenosis is usually the result of gradual wear and tear to your joints over time. The condition generally develops in those over 50 and most often women. Spinal Stenosis can be caused by an injury to the spine, or possibly by spine surgery.

What Are Symptoms Of Spinal Stenosis?

Symptoms of Spinal Stenosis may be:

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

If more serious symptoms develop you should definitely consult a doctor.

Treatment and Therapy

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

The Chiropractic and Physical Therapy staff at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa are experienced in the use of Flexion Distraction Therapy for Spinal Stenosis. If you have pain and burning in your legs, you could be starting to develop Spinal Stenosis. To discuss your symptoms and the treatment to relieve your discomfort, give us a call at (862) 239-1768.

Soft Tissue Manipulation

Massage Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa often use Soft Tissue Manipulation to relieve pain, stress, and muscle fatigue. It may also serve to increase circulation for patients who have been bedridden for long periods of time after injury or surgery. Our massage therapists use hands-on manipulation treatment to relieve pain.

Massage Is More Than Relaxation Therapy

We tend to think of massage as a way to relax and unwind, picturing a masseuse on a cruise ship or at a spa. Fact is that it is also effective for overused or injured muscles, and to help in rehabilitation after surgery. Athletes seek Massage Therapy to relax and strengthen muscles, also to increase flexibility. Athletes also enjoy massage because it releases endorphins, the body’s natural painkiller. Massage can be used to treat and prevent injuries, and to relieve inflammation and swelling after surgery.

Massage Therapy Benefits

Conditions that can benefit from the implementation of Massage are:

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

Massage For Recovery

Massage Therapy is often used by Therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa as part of a recovery plan following injury or surgery. We focus on relieving your pain and to make you aware of ways to prevent injuries in the future. If you are suffering pain due to surgery or injury give us a call at (862) 239-1768 to schedule a massage session.

What Is BPPV?

BPPV is Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo. This is a condition where you feel like you’re spinning, or dizziness. This dizziness may be the result of an inner ear issue or from changing the position of your head. Knowing the cause of this feeling is key in determining the type of treatment needed. BPPV can be treated with Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Care, or by Acupuncture. The therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa offer testing to find the cause of BPPV and then proceed to provide therapy options for treatment. We always welcome the opportunity to make patients aware of BPPV and discuss treatment. We recommend seeking treatment if you suffer from dizziness and we offer care to individuals in Passaic County NJ and surrounding NJ locations.

What Treatment Is Recommended For BPPV?

BPPV may be the result of head and neck problems as well as by inner ear issues. The Dix-Hallpike Test is used to determine whether the condition is coming from the ear canal. This test helps to figure out the type of treatment necessary. Treatment could involve Physical Therapy, Chiropractic Care or Acupuncture. BPPV is rarely serious, but can become a serious problem when the dizziness leads to losing your balance and falling.

Be Pro-Active And Seek Treatment for Dizziness and Vertigo

To be educated about BPPV and the treatment options available, speak to one of our knowledgeable therapists at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa. We can be reached at (862) 239-1768. Our focus is always to relieve your discomfort and to help you enjoy a healthy active life.

Preparing Before Surgery

Pre-surgery conditioning exercises may be beneficial. Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa provides a pre-operative conditioning regimen for patients in Totowa and all of Passaic County as well as surrounding nearby locations. The kind of conditioning recommended to patients before surgery depends upon the patient and the type of surgery they are about to undergo. To ensure a successful surgery and hasten healing, specialized physical therapy exercise to minimize side effects and hopefully shorten recovery time is recommended. The patient’s pre-surgery physical condition is assessed by a trained Physical Therapist. The therapist will then create a plan to improve muscle strength before a surgical procedure. This is beneficial in preparing for an operation and can help speed recovery and healing after surgery. The regimen of pre-surgery exercise is provided by certified and qualified therapists.

Rehabilitation After Surgery

Post-operative care is important in the healing process and is a good test of the effectiveness of the surgery. The Physical Therapists at Elite Spine and Sports Care of Totowa know that surgeries vary and adjust their post-op rehabilitation to the condition of the patient. A customized plan is drawn up to aid in a patient’s full and quick recovery. After surgery such as knee or hip replacement, or other physically disabling procedures, a plan for active rehabilitation is required. It’s necessary to get moving to regain strength, balance and mobility.

Highly Qualified Pre and Post-Surgery Therapy

It is the philosophy at Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa that good health and performance can be achieved by enabling correct body function through mobility of joints and muscles. A balance of good nutrition, exercise and care for our patients ensures improvement in their condition following surgical procedures. If you are scheduled for surgery, call Elite Spine & Sports Care of Totowa at (862) 239-1768 for a consultation regarding our outstanding Pre and Post-Operative Conditioning and Rehabilitation. With exercise and conditioning before and after surgery, it is always our goal to have you back on your feet with the ability to enjoy a healthy life without pain or discomfort.

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.