If you are in New Jersey and need outpatient physical therapy to recover from an orthopedic or sports injury or ailment, to recuperate after surgery, or to avoid re-injury, Twin Boro Physical Therapy offers cutting edge equipment and a huge background of knowledge and training that can help you return to good health.
Since 1980, Twin Boro Physical Therapy has provided residents of New Jersey with the highest quality physical therapy and rehabilitation services. We are the state’s largest private physical therapy practice, with 51 convenient locations in 16 counties throughout New Jersey.
Our team of physical therapists is comprised of compassionate, dedicated professionals, including highly qualified physical therapists, occupational therapists, and certified hand therapists, who are committed to their patients. Many members of our staff have over 25 years of experience in physical therapy.
Common Physical Therapy Treatments
Typically, the type of physical therapy you need is prescribed by your primary care doctor, orthopedic surgeon, or other doctor involved in your care and is based on your condition.
If you prefer, you can see us without a prescription of referral from a physician. Take advantage of Direct Access services at Twin Boro Physical Therapy that enable you to take control of your health. If you are injured or in pain, the physical therapist will evaluate your condition to help determine the best course of action with our Free Injury Screen.
Here are a few of the most common methods used by physical therapists to promote proper mechanics and movement of the body while helping you stay healthy and strong.
- Manual Therapy –Therapists commonly use hands-on strengthening exercises, stretching and massage to help patients move better, improve circulation, and decrease muscle tension. Manual therapy is considered to be a foundational part of any physical therapy treatment plan.
- Exercise – Exercises are used to target weak muscles, address muscular imbalances, and keep aches and pains at bay. They can strengthen targeted muscles to reduce pain, build strength, and improve range of motion. They can also be done pre-surgery to help you recover faster afterward.
- Ultrasound –Applying high frequency sound waves to the skin can generate heat to underlying connective tissues and relax them for manual therapy or exercise. Deep heating increases circulation to the tissues and is thought to help the healing process.
- Hot and Cold Therapy – Physical therapists have the training and knowledge to use both hot and cold therapies. Typically, ice can help treat injuries that involve muscle spasms, inflammation, or swelling of soft tissues. Heat is more appropriate for treating tightness and muscular spasms for pain reduction and better mobility.
- Laser – Physical therapists use state-of-the-art low-level lasers to generate wavelengths of light to stimulate healing and reduce inflammation, muscle fatigue and pain. They can be particularly effective for individuals with muscular or connective tissue injuries.
- Traction – Traction is a form of decompression therapy that’s designed to alleviate pressure and improve mobility on the spine. It is used to treat a number of different back conditions, including sciatica, pinched nerves, herniated discs, and degenerative disc disease, and can accelerate healing without surgical intervention.
- Electrical Stimulation – Also known as ESTIM, electrical stimulation causes muscles to contract and can help restore function after an injury when combined with exercises. It may also help speed recovery after ACL and total knee replacement surgeries.
Along with other techniques, physical therapists rely on these treatments, alone and in combination, to enable recovery in their patients. If you are looking for the best outpatient physical therapy in New Jersey, get in touch with Twin Boro Physical Therapy at 877-304-3000 to learn more.
