Twin Boro Physical Therapy in Wyckoff is dedicated to helping the Wyckoff community maximize their movement ability and minimize pain, discomfort, and mobility restrictions “near me.” Our team works toward this goal by continually integrating state-of-the-art equipment, modern methods, and evidence-based care techniques into each patient’s treatment plan.
Twin Boro Physical Therapy has been serving New Jersey residents for over 40 years. Our community has expanded to include professionals and patients with diverse experiences and backgrounds, and we are continually building our team to offer care to more patients. With 42 locations across 13 counties, we are the largest private physical therapy network in New Jersey. At each location, you can expect services such as:
- Arthritis Rehabilitation
- Geriatric Rehab
- Hand Therapy
- Neurological Rehabilitation
- Physical Therapy
- Spinal Orthopaedic Rehab
- Sports Rehab / Physical Therapy
- TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)
- Vestibular Rehabilitation
- Workers’ Compensation
While this makes up the bulk of our patients, we treat many patients outside of these categories. If you are unsure whether your condition would benefit from our services, schedule a complimentary consultation with your nearest location to go over treatment options specific to you. If your condition is outside of the boundaries of our care, we will recommend resources to help you take your next step.
Exercising with lower back pain
When you have lower back pain, it can feel overwhelming to navigate which exercises and movements are beneficial, and which cause harm. While every patient is an individual who will benefit from different rehabilitation methods and exercises, let’s dive into some movements that are generally considered beneficial for alleviating back pain.
Gentle weightlifting
When done correctly, lifting weights can help to strengthen muscles in the back to support the spine and alleviate back pain. This type of weightlifting can also help to improve posture, reduce pressure on the lower body, and increase range of motion. However, in some cases, injury to the spine may be complicated from certain weightlifting movements. Because of this, it is best to discuss with your physical therapist before putting any stress on your lower back to avoid any unnecessary complications.
Aerobic exercises
Aerobic exercise is key to a healthy cardiovascular system. This helps patients to improve fitness and body composition, including building muscle mass and losing excess weight. Aerobic exercise that is low impact is often preferred for patients with lower back pain. This includes exercises such as walking, biking, elliptical, and swimming. Patients may gravitate towards swimming because of the reduced pressure on the lower back due to buoyancy of the body in the water. When swimming, try to avoid any excess twisting movements.
Pilates
Pilates is a great form of low-impact exercises that stretch and strengthen muscles in the body. Pilates movements can help to improve posture, stabilize the spine, and increase the strength of the back. When beginning Pilates, it is important to let the instructor know that you have lower back pain. Depending on the class, you may need to modify certain movements to prevent aggravating the injury in early stages.
Let’s begin!
Experts at Twin Boro Physical Therapy can provide a comprehensive diagnosis and tailored treatment plan to get you started on your journey to optimal movement. For residents of Wyckoff, New Jersey, our Twin Boro Physical Therapy Wyckoff office is conveniently located near you. Schedule your first appointment by calling 201.740.2553 or visiting our website.
