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.
Contact UsSome 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.
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OLD BRIDGE – The township was recognized by the New Jersey Recreation and Park Association (NJRPA) with the Excellence in Design – Multi-Use Facility Award for Cottrell Farm Park.
The award was presented by Awards Committee Member Jason Hazelton at the NJRPA Annual Awards Banquet held Feb. 25.
Cottrell Farm Park stands as a remarkable example of what can be achieved when local, county, and state agencies collaborate to preserve history while meeting modern recreational needs, according to an NJRPA release.
The 21.5-acre site, once a historic farm dating back to 1831, was saved from commercial and residential redevelopment through a partnership between Old Bridge, Middlesex County and the state Department of Environmental Protection Green Acres Program. The result is a dynamic public space that seamlessly blends green space preservation, historic conservation and active recreation, the release says.
Designed by French and Parello Associates, Cottrell Farm Park integrates both passive and active recreational elements, ensuring that the site remains true to its agricultural roots, while providing diverse opportunities for community engagement, says the release.
"Seeing this project in person, it is truly the perfect marriage of preserving the past while preparing for the future of recreation and park programming," Hazelton said during the award presentation.
The NJRPA is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to promoting parks and recreation; enhancing the professional development of its members; advocating sound policy and stewardship related to parks, recreation, resource management, and leisure services; and increasing awareness of the value of play and preservation of the environment to interested citizens and the public.
The purpose of the association’s awards program is to honor and identify dedicated leaders, employees, and volunteers in the field of Parks and Recreation, and to recognize the state’s outstanding Recreation and Park agencies for excellence in programming, publicity, and facility design.
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OLD BRIDGE - The state School Ethics Commission has cleared a Board of Education member of allegations that he violated state regulations by making a slur at a board meeting and liked social media posts that were "anti-teacher."Though the Commission ruled that Salvatore Giordano did not break any ethics rules, the Commission wrote in its decision that school officials throughout New Jersey should be "mindful" of their posts "in the ever-growing number of social media platforms."The Commission also ...
OLD BRIDGE - The state School Ethics Commission has cleared a Board of Education member of allegations that he violated state regulations by making a slur at a board meeting and liked social media posts that were "anti-teacher."
Though the Commission ruled that Salvatore Giordano did not break any ethics rules, the Commission wrote in its decision that school officials throughout New Jersey should be "mindful" of their posts "in the ever-growing number of social media platforms."
The Commission also found that the complaint filed by Ceane Bentzley against Giordano was not "frivolous" and rejected Giordano's request for sanctions against her.
Bentzley filed the complaint in April, claiming that Giordano violated ethics rules by using the phrase "the LGBTQ and the rest of the alphabet" in a board discussion on the health curriculum in February 2024. Bentzley claimed the phrase was "dismissive and offensive."
In addition, Bentzley charged that Giordano had liked posts on X, the website formerly known as Twitter, which she said included "a significant number of anti-transgender and anti-LGBTQ+" and "derogatory and offensive" posts about teachers, public schools and women.
In her complaint, Bentzley said that Giordano had "liked" posts that said "the only way to fix education in the US is school choice" and that teachers with "summers off. Still whines about OT."
But the School Ethics Commission ruled there was "insufficient nexus" between Giordano's personal X page and his membership on the board "such that a reasonable member of the public would not perceive that (Giordano) is speaking to his official duties."
The social media posts, the Commission wrote, do not mention Giordano's school board membership.
"In short, there is no factual evidence that the statements/likes on his X account were made in his capacity as a member of the Board," the Commission decided.
The Commission also ruled that "Giordano is permitted to have his own views" and "taking different positions on issues concerning teachers does not equate to underming, opposing, compromising or harming school personnel in the proper performance of their duties."
The Commission also found that Bentzley's complaint was not frivolous because there was no evidence the complaint was filed "in bad faith or solely for the purpose of harassment delay or malicious injury."
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OLD BRIDGE - A plan to build 529 residential rental units, two office buildings and a three-story parking deck will return to the township Planning Board this month.After resolving a lawsuit filed against Old Bridge, Alfieri-Old Bridge Associates, LLC, of Edison, will ask for approval for the first phase of project, The Green at Old Bridge, on Matawan Road off the Garden State Parkway.The nearly 95 acre-property has frontage on both Laurence Harbor/Matawan Road and Biondi Avenue and borders the Parkway.The developer prop...
OLD BRIDGE - A plan to build 529 residential rental units, two office buildings and a three-story parking deck will return to the township Planning Board this month.
After resolving a lawsuit filed against Old Bridge, Alfieri-Old Bridge Associates, LLC, of Edison, will ask for approval for the first phase of project, The Green at Old Bridge, on Matawan Road off the Garden State Parkway.
The nearly 95 acre-property has frontage on both Laurence Harbor/Matawan Road and Biondi Avenue and borders the Parkway.
The developer proposes 423 market-rate units and 106 low- and moderate-income units in 16 buildings that would have both apartments and townhomes. The proposal calls for 203 one-bedroom units, 304 two-bedroom units and 22 three-bedroom units.
According to the developer's community impact study, the development at maximum could add 2,391 residents to the township's 68,000 population. The study also found that no more than 72 school-age children would be living in the community.
The project also proposes 1,304 parking spaces, including 1,148 surface spaces whith 156 garage/driveway spaces for townhouse residents.
Access to the community will by one driveway off Matawan Road directly across from the Garden State Parkway northbound on/off ramps. There will be a traffic light at the intersection.
The plan proposes a common area in the site's western portion, several "Neighborhood Parks" in the site's northern portion, and one "Neighborhood Park" in the site's southeast portion, according to documents filed with the township.
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The community will help meet Old Bridge's affordable housing goal. The township has a prospective need of 618 affordable housing units, according to the state Department of Community Affairs.
The developer took Old Bridge to Middlesex County Superior Court in May 2023, arguing that the township's denial of the proposal in December 2022 was illegal.
Alfieri-Old Bridge Associates argued that the township's "slow walking" of the case violated "its unambiguous legal obligation to expedite the review and hearing process."
The developer had submitted the application on Jan. 7, 2022, but the first public hearing was held on Oct. 27, 2022 and a second on Dec. 8, 2022.
The public hearing is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. Jan. 23 at the municipal complex..
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