Has your quality of life been affected because of back pain? You're not alone - Harvard Health tells us that almost 85% of people in the US have back pain so severe that they see a doctor at least once in their lifetime. Unfortunately, these problems often start small but end up becoming severe issues like sciatica. For active people and athletes, dealing with back pain isn't just compromising; it's life-changing.
And while many people will tell you that having a "back problem" is something you'll have to deal with for the rest of your life, that's far from the case. The good news is that seeing a chiropractor in Old Bridge can provide you with the relief needed to live a healthy, active life without giving up the things you love most, like sports and spending time with your family.
Of the millions of Americans who suffer from back pain daily, many have found long-lasting relief through the same chiropractic care offered at NJ Sports Spine & Wellness. But what exactly is chiropractic care, and how does it help?
Chiropractic care is a drug-free, non-invasive approach to overall wellness and healing that focuses on correcting issues with your musculoskeletal system. When performed by a licensed chiropractor, it can alleviate and even eliminate common problems such as:
To treat your conditions and help reduce your pain, chiropractors use time-tested, hands-on techniques to adjust your spine, neck, back, and other joints throughout your body to restore proper function, mobility, and alignment. Once your body is in proper alignment, it functions optimally, leading to improved overall wellness and health.
Unlike some sports rehab clinics in The Garden State, chiropractors from NJ Sports Spine & Wellness work with you one-on-one to develop a personalized treatment plan that addresses your specific goals and needs relating to your pain and ability to live a normal life. Because our team takes a holistic approach to healthcare, we cover all aspects of your health and wellness when developing your chiropractic treatment plan. That way, we increase your chances of living a fulfilling life free of pain and worry about throwing your back out.
Seeing a chiropractor can quite literally change your life for the better. According to the American Chiropractic Association, in general, chiropractic therapy is a more effective solution for back pain than other treatments like addictive pain pills, surgeries, and yoga. When combined with services like physical therapy, occupational therapy, and acupuncture, chiropractic care may be the key you need to open the door to a pain-free life.
Shedule An AppointmentSome of the many benefits of seeing a reliable, licensed chiropractor include the following:
Perhaps the most obvious reason to make an appointment with a chiropractor is for back pain relief. Some people only need to see a chiropractor when they have occasional back pain, such as when they wake up in the morning. Others, such as those who have been in serious car accidents, need regular chiropractic adjustments and therapies, which are often supplemented with techniques like physical therapy and acupuncture.
There are many causes of back pain that range from advanced conditions like having sciatica and herniated discs to everyday issues like poor posture and sleeping in a harmful position. Your chiropractor's job is to pinpoint the cause(s) of your back pain and build a customized plan to address your musculoskeletal conditions. Once that happens, pain relief follows shortly after.
At New Jersey Sports Spine & Wellness, we craft personalized chiropractic plans for every patient we treat, with the goal of avoiding harmful surgeries and addictive medicines.
If you've never experienced a headache in your life, you're exceedingly rare. Just about every American will suffer from a headache at some point or another. For some, headaches only happen occasionally and are not much more than an annoyance. For others, headaches evolve into crippling migraines that can affect quality of life, ability to work, and much more.
If you find yourself digging into a bottle of Aspirin or something stronger when you have a headache, it might be time to visit an NJSSW chiropractor.
Do you wake up in the morning feeling like you didn't sleep a wink the previous night? Do you have to take sleep aides like Ambien in order to drift off to dreamland? If you have chronic back pain, getting a full night's rest is easier said than done. From misaligned spines to improper sleeping posture, your chiropractor in Old Bridge can use manipulation therapy and other techniques to boost blood flow and align your vertebrae, so your body can heal itself and help you rest better.
One of the best things about seeing your chiropractor is that when your session is over, you often feel great. The pain relief feels phenomenal. When you're not in pain, you have a more positive outlook on life, and often enjoy better sleep, blood pressure, and even sexual relations. It makes sense, then, that chiropractic care has been shown to help reduce stress and anxiety, which promotes relaxation and improved mental health.
At NJ Sports Spine & Wellness, we work with a long list of athletes who suffer from sports injuries and other problems that can manifest from being active. For professional athletes, having a trustworthy chiropractor to care for them is needed for their careers. But you don't have to be a pro athlete to benefit from chiropractic care. Ordinary people that enjoy active lifestyles can reap tremendous rewards through chiropractic care, such as improved range of motion and relief from compressed discs.
Whether you enjoy impromptu games of tag football or simply want to play with your kids, seeing a chiropractor can help you be healthy and active without fighting back, neck, and joint pain. That's especially true when chiropractic therapy is used in conjunction with acupuncture, physical therapy, or occupational therapy.ies and addictive medicines.
Your NJ Sports Spine & Wellness chiropractor in Old Bridge may use a range of techniques to restore function and alignment in your body. Some of the most common techniques our chiropractors use include:
Life has a habit of being unexpected. Sure, some surprises only hurt your bank account, like last-minute renovations in your home. But severe incidents, like car accidents, can inflict physical injuries that cause you long-term pain. These problems, like neck and back injuries, affect many Americans daily. Even worse, many hardworking people turn to risky surgeries and addictive pain medications, only to find themselves deep in a hole that seems impossible to get out of.
If you suffer from serious range-of-motion issues or you're in chronic pain, it's important to know that you have treatment choices. You don't have to put your health at risk to relieve your pain. One of the most successful non-invasive treatments offered for pain is physical therapy. The main goal of physical therapy is to restore movement and function to patients affected by illness, injury, or disability.
Physical therapists work with patients of all ages and abilities, from children to elderly adults, to help them overcome physical limitations and improve their quality of life. At NJ Sports Spine & Wellness, our physical therapists help treat a wide range of conditions, from neck pain and spinal cord injuries to back pain and arthritis.
Once our PTs have made headway, they will often use our chiropractic therapy to provide the patient with more relief. Having the option of both chiropractic and physical therapy is often very effective, because your chiropractor in Old Bridge can address nerve irritation and joint dysfunction while your physical therapist helps retrain your musculoskeletal system, allowing your body to heal faster.
Some of the biggest benefits of using physical therapy along with chiropractic care include:
Occupational therapy, or OT, is to help patients of all ages and abilities engage in activities of daily living, or ADL. Often, that means helping patients reclaim the ability to continue working, going to school, accomplishing day-to-day tasks, or other activities common to daily living.
Occupational therapy can benefit individuals going through many conditions, such as traumatic brain injuries, strokes, spinal cord injuries, autism spectrum disorders, developmental delays, and chronic pain. The end goal of occupational therapy is to help patients achieve the maximum level of independence and participation in their daily lives. If pain, discomfort, weakness, fatigue, or fear prevent you from participating in activities you love, an OT from NJ Sports Spine & Wellness could become the MVP of your wellness journey.
To give our patients the most complete pain relief and recovery options, our doctors and practitioners will often lean on the expertise of both a physical therapist and a chiropractor in Old Bridge. By working together, your PT, OT, and chiropractor can provide you with a comprehensive approach to total-body functionality, from your spine and joints to your mind and range of motion.
Some of the most common benefits of using OT with chiropractic care include:
Acupuncture boosts your body's functions and helps improve its ability to heal through anatomic site stimulation - usually called acupuncture points or acupoints. To stimulate these points, acupuncturists at NJ Sports Spine & Wellness insert fine, sterile needles into your skin. Most patients don't feel any pain as needles are applied. Typically, needles are left in the skin up to 30 minutes. After your session, it's normal to feel incredibly relaxed.
While some practitioners still adhere to traditional philosophies, modern acupuncturists take an integrative approach to the therapy. Today, professional acupuncturists use these techniques to stimulate your body's natural healing and pain-fighting processes. When coupled with personalized care from a chiropractor in Old Bridge as well as physical or occupational therapy, you can find real relief from the physical and emotional roadblocks holding you back. Some of the most reported benefits of acupuncture treatment include:
During an acupuncture session, you may feel a slight sensation of warmth or tingling at the needle's site of insertion. Generally speaking, acupuncture is painless and perfectly safe for you to consider. In fact, many practitioners and doctors recommend combining acupuncture with other treatment options like chiropractic adjustments.
Though acupuncture and chiropractic therapies come from different origins, both include non-invasive, holistic, and gentle approaches that don't require drugs to work. They also both facilitate total-body healing by addressing the underlying causes of your symptoms - not just the symptoms themselves.
Because acupuncture is known to release endorphins and improve blood flow, having a session prior to a chiropractic adjustment can be very beneficial. That's because, after acupuncture, your muscles are less stiff, more relaxed, and easier to adjust effectively. Over time, as you combine acupuncture and chiropractic therapy, you'll benefit from less inflammation and less pain as you heal from injuries or musculoskeletal conditions. That same truth applies to patients who undergo serious chiropractic adjustments.
At NJ Sports Spine & Wellness, our staff consists of licensed and highly-trained professionals, including specialists focusing on:
Every member of our team believes that the path to wellness and a pain-free life begins with customized treatment plans that cater to your needs and body. Unlike some chiropractors in Old Bridge, we do not treat on-the-surface symptoms with one-size-fits-all therapies. We do not rely on powerful pain medications to mask your pain or invasive surgeries that require weeks of recovery. Instead, we address the root causes of your pain so that we can help you live the happy, healthy life you're craving.
To achieve that goal, we'll conduct an in-depth evaluation to learn about your medical history. We'll also perform diagnostic tests and speak with you one-on-one to get a better sense of your needs. From there, we'll recommend the therapies that can give you a new lease on life and be there for every milestone you hit.
If you're fed up of living with the limits of pain and lack of mobility, we're here to help you break free. Contact our office today to get started.
OLD BRIDGE – "The Rose" is starting to bloom.The soft opening of the Old Bridge Golf Club at Rose-Lambertson, called “The Rose," New Jersey’s first new public golf course in more than a decade, was held Wednesday with Mayor Owen...
OLD BRIDGE – "The Rose" is starting to bloom.
The soft opening of the Old Bridge Golf Club at Rose-Lambertson, called “The Rose," New Jersey’s first new public golf course in more than a decade, was held Wednesday with Mayor Owen Henry and others displaying their golfing technique on the driving range and practice putting green.
"This is a jewel, and this is going to be here for the current and the future residents and generations of Old Bridge," Henry said.
The mayor called it an "historic event" because "of the monumental task it took for us to be standing here today. "
The soft opening of the driving range, putting green and miniature golf course for the public is Thursday, Sept. 28.
The regulation 18-hole golf course will have a soft opening in mid-October with limited tee times available. Full tee times will be online starting April 1 with greens fee discounts for township residents, active military personnel and seniors.
The project is located on about 218 acres of township-owned property – the Rose and Lambertson Tract area – on the north and south side of Lambertson Road. In a series of transactions, the township used state Green Acres funds to purchase the property to maintain it as open space.
Designed by New Jersey golf architect Stephen Kay, the complex includes a par-71, 18-hole course, an illuminated 30-bay driving range and a miniature golf course with lighting, water features and rolling terrain.
There's also a 6,000-square foot clubhouse with a pro shop, concession area, cart barn and restrooms, as well as a 5,000-square-foot maintenance building and 110 parking spaces. The rental electric carts will be equipped with GPS screens.
The routing of the 18-hole layout was driven by wetlands and the natural topography. Unlike most American golf courses, the 9th hole does not return to the clubhouse because of the property's unique features.
The Rose is the centerpiece of a more than $35 million public-private partnership between 2020 Acquisitions and the township,
2020 Acquisitions, which funded the construction of the complex, will be making more than $35 million in public improvements for the township with zero cost to township residents, said Efrem Gerszberg, sole principal and CEO of 2020 Acquisitions.
"This is a very special day as it is literally the culmination of almost 20 years of work, vision and planning," Gerszberg said. "The course is incredible. This will be used for the next 100 years."
"Our dream and our vision you've made a reality," the mayor told the developer, adding it was a three-year project done in a little more than a year.
When 2020 Acquisitions proposed a warehouse project on Route 9, "the township negotiated one of Middlesex County's largest ever private contributions" to go along with a warehouse development, Gerszberg said.
2020 Acquisitions is developing the Central 9 Logistics Park, a nine-building, 4.2-million-square-foot campus being built in three phases near Jake Brown Road. Expected completion for the first phase is 2024.
2020 Acquisitions agreed to build a $12.5 million golf course, driving range and miniature golf course, which was ultimately $3 million over budget, bringing the total to over $15 million, Gerszberg said.
The developer also agreed to create a fund for a program teaching township elementary school students about the importance of tree plantings.
But the developer's community contributions didn't stop there.
"We agreed to donate $100,000 to the fire department and provide them with grants to build another firehouse," he said. "We also are going to be building over $17 million in road improvements near routes 9 and 516."
To complete the warehouse project, the developer also bought a significant piece of property from the Old Bridge Board of Education for $10 million, Gerszberg said.
"Although the $35 million is significant, the taxes generated from our project, which will be almost $6 million per year and goes directly to the township of Old Bridge, will represent almost 10% of the township budget going forward," Gerszberg said.
Gerszberg also welcomed William Rose to the event. He said Rose's family lived on the property for generations and he has been "the guiding light" for the project.
"This is what we wished for – my whole family," Rose said. "We did not want houses. We had a lot of developers try to buy our property, but we wouldn't sell it to them because of that."
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OLD BRIDGE – The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a final plan to clean up contaminated soil in the Madison property portion of the CPS/Madison Superfund site.The 35-acre CPS/Madison site on Waterworks Road includes the now-inactive CPS Chemical plant and the still-operating Madison Ind...
OLD BRIDGE – The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a final plan to clean up contaminated soil in the Madison property portion of the CPS/Madison Superfund site.
The 35-acre CPS/Madison site on Waterworks Road includes the now-inactive CPS Chemical plant and the still-operating Madison Industries/Old Bridge Chemical site.
The Madison Industries/Old Bridge Chemical site produces chemicals for fertilizer, pharmaceuticals, food additives, zinc salts and copper sulfate.
At the CPS facility, organic chemicals were used in the production of water treatment agents, lubricants, oil field chemicals and anti-corrosive agents.
Site operations led to the release of chemicals, polluting the soil, sediment and groundwater with heavy metals and volatile organic compounds. In 2019 EPA chose a plan to address contaminated groundwater and soil at the CPS property, and the engineering work needed to carry out that plan is underway.
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This final cleanup plan will address the soil contamination in the Madison property portion of the site. Most of the property is covered by pavement that acts as a cap, preventing the soil contaminants from spreading, and the existing cap would remain in place, according to the EPA.
“Finalizing this clean-up plan brings us one step closer to addressing the contamination at this site to protect the people of Old Bridge,” EPA Regional Administrator Lisa F. Garcia said in a press release. “Our final plan will ensure that the contaminated soil is safely removed, and that the existing pavement cover or cap is maintained and monitored in the long term to prevent any further impacts.”
The final plan also includes inspecting and repairing the cap and if any areas are damaged, contaminated soil in unpaved areas will be removed and transported to a licensed disposal facility off-site for disposal. Additionally, contractors will monitor sediment and surface water over time to assess how effectively the actions are at preventing contaminants from getting into the water and sediment in the nearby creeks and river, according to the EPA.
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Brady Elbaum took his own life in September 2022.He was only 15 years old.Earlier this year I met his parents, Scott and Michelle, at an event we had at the Marlboro Diner. They shared the story of this bright young man who left us far too young.Scott and Michelle were not going to let Brady's memory fade or have his loss be in vain.So they rallied their emotions, friends and neighbors and launched Brady's Voice.Here's a brief explanation from the charity's website:"Brady’s Voi...
Brady Elbaum took his own life in September 2022.
He was only 15 years old.
Earlier this year I met his parents, Scott and Michelle, at an event we had at the Marlboro Diner. They shared the story of this bright young man who left us far too young.
Scott and Michelle were not going to let Brady's memory fade or have his loss be in vain.
So they rallied their emotions, friends and neighbors and launched Brady's Voice.
Here's a brief explanation from the charity's website:
"Brady’s Voice is an approved 501(c)3 nonprofit charity founded in memory of Brady Elbaum, who passed away by suicide in 2022. Brady’s Voice is dedicated to helping young people cope with mental health challenges and preventing suicide. We aim to educate schools, students, and families on the warning signs of suicide, provide access to resources and support, and promote a culture of openness and support for those struggling with mental health challenges."
Such an honor to join Brady’s Voice for the 1st Annual Brady’s Walk & Mental Health Wellness Fair today- an incredible initiative dedicated to promoting mental health wellness and suicide prevention. Amazing outpouring of support from the community in Old Bridge! pic.twitter.com/BDN0xmtAr7 — Bill Spadea (@BillSpadea) September 11, 2023
More than 200, maybe 300, Old Bridge residents packed into the school gymnasium, as the rain kept us from the original plan to be at Lombardi Field.
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Local members of the Air Force ROTC, which Brady was a proud member before his passing, brought in the Colors for the National Anthem.
Megan, the student performing the anthem, brought the house down, wow what a voice.
I spoke briefly about mental health and the critical importance of teaching kids how to overcome adversity.
We need to end the culture of "everybody gets a trophy.
This unrealistic worldview is putting our kids into a harsh world without the mental toughness to overcome obstacles and failure.
You can hear my speech here.
If you have a charity event that you would like me to attend and promote, hit us up on the NJ101.5 app and let us know.
The post above reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Bill Spadea. Any opinions expressed are Bill's own. Bill Spadea is on the air weekdays from 6 to 10 a.m., talkin’ Jersey, taking your calls at 1-800-283-1015.
A house in Old Bridge that sold for $915,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Old Bridge area between June 12 and June 18.In total, 27 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $483,835. The average price per square foot ended up at $295.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of June 12 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $550,000, detached house at...
A house in Old Bridge that sold for $915,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Old Bridge area between June 12 and June 18.
In total, 27 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $483,835. The average price per square foot ended up at $295.
The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of June 12 even if the property may have been sold earlier.
The sale of the single-family home at 220 Community Circle, Old Bridge, has been finalized. The price was $550,000, and the house changed hands in May. The house was built in 1984 and has a living area of 1,915 square feet. The price per square foot was $287. The deal was finalized on May. 19.
The 1,196 square-foot detached house at 77 Michael Road, Spotswood, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in May and the total purchase price was $575,000, $481 per square foot. The house was built in 1961. The deal was finalized on May. 22.
The property at 22 Amber Drive in Old Bridge has new owners. The price was $600,000. The house was built in 2005 and has a living area of 2,130 square feet. The price per square foot is $282. The deal was finalized on May. 24.
The sale of the single family residence at 210 Villanova Place in Matawan has been finalized. The price was $615,000, and the new owners took over the house in May. The house was built in 1972 and has a living area of 2,214 square feet. The price per square foot was $278. The deal was finalized on May. 30.
A sale has been finalized for the single-family residence at 4379 Highway 516 in Matawan. The price was $629,000 and the new owners took over the house in May. The house was built in 1966 and the living area totals 2,204 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $285. The deal was finalized on May. 19.
The 1,748 square-foot single-family house at 44 Owens Road in Old Bridge has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in May and the total purchase price was $654,800, $375 per square foot. The house was built in 1963. The deal was finalized on May. 18.
The property at 14 Black Oak Lane in Old Bridge has new owners. The price was $665,000. The house was built in 1991 and has a living area of 2,153 square feet. The price per square foot is $309. The deal was finalized on May. 24.
The property at 146 S. South Broadway in South Amboy has new owners. The price was $720,000. The house was built in 1905 and has a living area of 2,832 square feet. The price per square foot is $254. The deal was finalized on May. 24.
The sale of the single-family residence at 2 Sand Piper Drive, South Amboy, has been finalized. The price was $849,000, and the new owners took over the house in May. The house was built in 2003 and has a living area of 3,021 square feet. The price per square foot was $281. The deal was finalized on May. 18.
The sale of the single family residence at 5 Wright Court in Old Bridge has been finalized. The price was $915,000, and the new owners took over the house in May. The house was built in 2020 and has a living area of 3,394 square feet. The price per square foot was $270. The deal was finalized on May. 26.
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A house in Matawan that sold for $845,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Old Bridge area in the past week.In total, 18 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $455,944, $320 per square foot.The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Sep. 18 even if the property may have been sold earlier.10. $425,000, condominium at 612 Sloan CourtThe property at 612 Slo...
A house in Matawan that sold for $845,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Old Bridge area in the past week.
In total, 18 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $455,944, $320 per square foot.
The prices in the list below concern real estate sales where the title was recorded during the week of Sep. 18 even if the property may have been sold earlier.
The property at 612 Sloan Court in Matawan has new owners. The price was $425,000. The condominium was built in 2009 and has a living area of 1,440 square feet. The price per square foot is $295. The deal was finalized on Aug. 30.
The 1,196 square-foot single-family home at 77 Brooklyn Ave., Spotswood, has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in August and the total purchase price was $480,000, $401 per square foot. The house was built in 1987. The deal was finalized on Aug. 28.
A sale has been finalized for the condominium at 703 Bayside Court in South Amboy. The price was $490,000 and the new owners took over the condominium in August. The condo was built in 2017 and the living area totals 1,672 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $293. The deal was finalized on Aug. 30.
The sale of the condominium at 16 Bridgepointe Drive, South Amboy, has been finalized. The price was $525,000, and the new owners took over the condominium in August. The condominium was built in 2001 and has a living area of 1,750 square feet. The price per square foot was $300. The deal was finalized on Aug. 31.
The sale of the single family residence at 449 Brookside Ave. in South Amboy has been finalized. The price was $530,000, and the new owners took over the house in September. The house was built in 1940 and has a living area of 1,679 square feet. The price per square foot was $316. The deal was finalized on Sep. 5.
The property at 11 Oakshades Ave. in Matawan has new owners. The price was $550,000. The house was built in 1988 and has a living area of 1,438 square feet. The price per square foot is $382. The deal was finalized on Aug. 25.
The 1,751 square-foot single-family home at 11 Twain Ave. in Old Bridge has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in September and the total purchase price was $580,000, $331 per square foot. The house was built in 1958. The deal was finalized on Sep. 6.
The sale of the single family residence at 48 Oak Street in Old Bridge has been finalized. The price was $580,000, and the new owners took over the house in August. The house was built in 1950 and has a living area of 1,930 square feet. The price per square foot was $301. The deal was finalized on Aug. 30.
A sale has been finalized for the single-family home at 26 Tuscarora Circle in Old Bridge. The price was $675,000 and the new owners took over the house in August. The house was built in 1965 and the living area totals 1,759 square feet. The price per square foot ended up at $384. The deal was finalized on Aug. 30.
The 2,364 square-foot single-family house at 3 Edinburg Circle in Matawan has been sold. The transfer of ownership was settled in August and the total purchase price was $845,000, $357 per square foot. The house was built in 2000. The deal was finalized on Aug. 30.
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