If you live or work in Ramsey, NJ, and are having difficulty with movement or completing day-to-day tasks because of pain, decreased range of motion, or lack of strength, a physical therapist may be able to help. The team in our Twin Boro Physical Therapy Wyckoff location can help restore you to your former self, no matter the injury.
Twin Boro Physical Therapy has provided residents of New Jersey with the highest quality rehabilitation services since 1980. We are the state’s largest private physical therapy practice, offering 51 convenient locations in 16 counties throughout the state.
Our skilled team consists of dedicated professionals, including highly qualified physical therapists, occupational therapists, and certified hand therapists, many of whom offer you 25 years or more of experience in physical therapy.
Do I Need a Physician’s Referral?
No. In New Jersey, patients can be evaluated and treated by a licensed physical therapist without a physician’s referral. Take advantage of Direct Access services at Twin Boro Physical Therapy to take control of your health and get faster access to care.
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. If your injury or pain is beyond our scope of practice, we will refer you to a specialist for further evaluation and testing.
Most Common Physical Therapy Techniques
The most common methods used by physical therapists to promote proper mechanics and movement of the body while helping you stay healthy and strong include:
- Manual Therapy –Therapists commonly use hands-on strengthening exercises, stretching and massage to help patients move better, improve circulation, and decrease muscle tension. For patients with acute injuries and chronic pain, manual therapy is a cost-effective way to provide relief.
- Therapeutic Exercise – Exercise is the go-to treatment for most orthopedic conditions. It is used to target weak muscles, address muscular imbalances, keep aches and pains at bay, and improve range of motion. Exercises can also be done pre-surgery to help you recover faster afterward.
- Ice and Heat Therapy – Tried-and-true ice and heat therapies are two of the best physical therapy methods available. Typically, heat can be used to treat tightness and muscle spasms and reduce pain before exercise. This is followed by ice to reduce swelling, inflammation, and pain 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.
- Electrical Stimulation – Also known as E-STIM, electrical stimulation causes muscles to contract and can help restore muscular function following traumatic injury. It may also help speed recovery after ACL and total knee replacement surgeries.
- Laser – Physical therapists use state-of-the-art low-level lasers to generate wavelengths of light to speed up the healing process and reduce inflammation, muscle fatigue and pain. They can be particularly effective for individuals with muscular or connective tissue injuries.
Call Today!
You can make an appointment at Twin Boro Physical Therapy, one of the best physical therapy centers in New Jersey, without a physician’s referral or prescription. If you live or work in the Ramsey, NJ area, contact our Wyckoff office at 201.847.1457 today!
