Physical therapy can help alleviate pain and discomfort for everything from migraines to chronic inflammation. As the largest private physical therapy in New Jersey, Twin Boro Physical Therapy seeks to help residents across the state move and feel their best. If you live or work in Middle Sex, NJ, check out our Twin Boro Physical Therapy South Plainfield office today.
Voted the best private physical therapy practice in the state of New Jersey, Twin Boro Physical Therapy has been committed to helping our patients improve for over 40 years. Our highly trained experts, many of whom have over 25 years of experience, are committed to keeping up with the latest research and evidence-based methods. We want all of our patients to feel confident they are receiving the best treatment available and have access to state-of-the-art equipment and rehabilitation methods.
What Do We Treat?
At Twin Boro, our expert physical therapists have experience and knowledge covering a broad range of conditions. We assess every patient on an individual basis to ensure we are treating the root of the problem rather than a “symptom.” While this is not an exhaustive list, the most common concerns that bring patients into our office are:
- Arthritis
- Back/Neck Pain
- Knee Pain
- Hip Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Headaches
- Orthopedics
- Pre- and Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
- Sports Rehabilitation
What is Arthritis?
Arthritis is very common, yet not many people really understand it. There are over 100 types of arthritis or related conditions and it can affect people of all ages. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability in the United States and affects over 50 million people, including 300,000 children.
Arthritis is typically characterized by joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and limited range of motion. Symptoms may either be consistent or “off and on.” Arthritis is most commonly caused by the loss of cartilage in the joints and can progress over time. If you notice arthritic symptoms, it’s important to seek assessment and treatment quickly to slow or stop the progression and regain as much of the affected functionality of the joints as possible. The four main types of arthritis are:
Degenerative Arthritis
This is the most common type of arthritis and develops when the cartilage at the ends of the bones wears away and the bones rub against one another. This can cause joints to become less stable or functional over time and pain to increase.
Typical ways to treat this form of arthritis include pain relievers, manual therapy, physical activity, and hot and cold therapy.
Inflammatory Arthritis
Sometimes, the immune system doesn’t work as it should. While it’s meant to protect our body, it can sometimes mistakenly attack structures within the body and cause more problems. With inflammatory arthritis, the immune system attacks the joints and can cause joint erosion It is important to seek help if you feel this may be applicable to you, as early intervention is important.
Infectious Arthritis
Infectious arthritis is caused by a virus or fungus entering the body and causing inflammation. Salmonella, food poisoning, certain sexually transmitted diseases, and hepatitis C are all infections that can cause joint pain and inflammation. While antibiotics typically cure this, if it is not treated early, chronic joint pain and infection can develop.
Metabolic Arthritis
When the metabolism malfunctions, uric acid can build up in the body and form crystals in the joint that cause severe joint pain. This is called a gout attack. Physical therapy can help mitigate and alleviate some of this pain, as well as medication and herbal supplements such as tart cherry extract.
Contact Us
Residents of Middlesex, New Jersey, should look no further than Twin Boro Physical Therapy in Plainfield to meet with an expert physical therapist. We can be reached by calling 732-572-0021 or by visiting our website. We look forward to taking the next step towards wellness with you!
