Have you ever wondered whether physical therapy could benefit you? Whether you have a specific injury or general discomfort, our skilled physical therapists can help you look, feel, and move your best. Residents of Somerville, NJ should look no further than Twin Boro Physical Therapy in Bridgewater.
Twin Boro Physical Therapy has been serving New Jersey residents for over 40 years. Our trained experts, many of whom have over 25 years of experience, pride themselves on treating our clients with dedication, compassion, and respect that exceeds expectations. We have been voted the best private physical therapy practice in the state of New Jersey, and it’s our commitment to every patient that sets us apart.
How We Are Different
We believe every patient is unique and their rehabilitation plan should be no different. When you come for your first consultation, our therapists will walk you through every step of the process and assess your mobility, strength, flexibility, pain levels, range-of-motion, and end goals. They will then craft a treatment plan that is specifically tailored to your needs to maximize the benefits to you.
Going further than our one-on-one treatment is our trademarked One2FourTM method. This method categorizes patients into categories 1 through 4 based on their independence at home, movement abilities, and ultimate athletic goals. This method helps patients understand exactly where they currently are and see their progress as they move through the categories. Furthermore, this system helps connect patients to additional resources to help create a comprehensive treatment regime. We believe wellness goes beyond strictly physical function and every aspect of wellbeing and health should be accounted for.
Tips to Help Muscle Recovery
Eat Right
Eating right is an important part of helping your muscles recover from an intense workout. Eating high levels of protein before and after workouts will help give your body the building blocks they need to repair damaged muscle fibers.
Eating carbohydrates post-workout will also help replace the energy building blocks that your muscles lost during the workout. In general, eating a balanced diet consisting of whole foods with limited added sugar and refined carbohydrates will help keep your body operating at optimal levels.
Drink Water (and Tart Cherry Juice?)
Staying hydrated is possibly one of the most important things you can do to help keep your muscles healthy and minimize damage. Dehydrated muscles can’t repair as quickly and you will be sore for longer with an increased risk of injury or further damage.
There has also been early-stage research to indicate that drinking tart cherry juice after a workout may reduce inflammation and soreness of the muscles. While more studies need to be done to confirm this effect, if you are prone to sore and inflamed muscles it might be worth a try!
Better Sleep Habits
Sleep is the prime time for your body to recover. Incorporating better sleep habits such as earlier bedtimes, reducing light in your bedroom, and reducing screen times before sleep can all help you reduce downtime after an intense workout.
If you feel physical therapy may be right for you and you live or work in Somerville, NJ, contact our Twin Boro Physical Therapy office in Bridgewater to come in for a consultation. We can be reached by calling 732-427-8171.
