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 Sayreville 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 Sayreville 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 Sayreville 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 Sayreville 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 Sayreville. 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 Sayreville 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 Sayreville, 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.
MyCentralJersey.comSAYREVILLE – The Planning Board is scheduled to vote June 4 on a controversial plan to construct a new mosque on Ernston Road.Masjid Sadar and Community Center is seeking preliminary and final major site plan approval to construct the new mosque on a 2.49-acre property at 212- 216 Ernston Road, between Bo...
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SAYREVILLE – The Planning Board is scheduled to vote June 4 on a controversial plan to construct a new mosque on Ernston Road.
Masjid Sadar and Community Center is seeking preliminary and final major site plan approval to construct the new mosque on a 2.49-acre property at 212- 216 Ernston Road, between Bordentown Avenue and Route 9 west of Samsel Upper Elementary School in the Parlin section of the borough near the Old Bridge border.
If approved, the congregation’s structures on the property would be demolished to may way for the new build.
Concerns were raised about the proposal, including parking, traffic, the hours of operation and the size of the building.
The hearings began in April 2024 and some of them were relocated to accommodate the crowd.
During the course of the hearings, a more than 2,000-square-foot decrease in the size of the building was proposed, reducing the size to about 42,687 square feet.
Other changes include a reduction in the total occupancy from 454 people to 321, which resulted in a reduction of parking.
The previous plan called for 166 parking spaces with the use of the lift parking system, but the revised plan calls for 107 spaces, including some below the building, without the use of the lift.
A variance is requested for on-site parking.
According to testimony, the mosque signed a lease for an additional 22 parking spaces for overflow parking off site at 3 Johnson Place.
No outdoor activities or events will take place on the property outside the building, and on-site activities would be restricted when prayer services are occurring, the testimony said.
In addition, Friday afternoon prayer service will be split into two sessions.
Police officers will be hired to assist with traffic control during the Friday afternoon services, as well as during special events and Ramadan, according to the testimony.
During the May 7 meeting, numerous people spoke about the project.
A resident, who lives behind the property, said she doesn't believe a few trees are going to buffer or hide this "giant" building.
"This will greatly affect my quality of life," she, along with others, said.
She also said it could potentially adversely impact property values for homeowners.
Others discussed the already-congested Ernston Road and the impact the new mosque will have on traffic.
Middlesex County's study to see what can be done to improve safety on the five most dangerous county-owned roads, which includes Ernston Road in Sayreville and Old Bridge, was also brought up at the meeting.
Parking remained a big concern. Residents also had concerns about the construction phase of the project.
The director and Iman for Masjid Sadar and Community Center assured the public on behalf of Masjid Sadar and Community Center that "we are committed to being respectful and considerate neighbors."
"We will work to ensure that our center is a positive addition to the community, promoting harmony and understanding," he said.
The June 4 meeting will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the third floor Council Chambers at Borough Hall, 167 Main St.
Masjid Sadar and Community Center, which was closed due to code violations, was the subject of litigation between the borough and Shameer Properties, owner of the lot.
A lawsuit brought by the borough in 2022 against the congregation over failing to obtain a certificate of compliance was dismissed earlier this year.
However, in dismissing the lawsuit on Feb. 4, Superior Court Judge Gary K. Wolinetz ordered that restraints imposed by another Superior Court judge in 2023 remain in effect until further court action.
That measure ordered the mosque may not conduct services until the "property can be properly inspected."
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A husband and wife have pleaded guilty to charges related to operating a prostitution ring at their family owned gentleman’s club, authorities said.An investigation of the illicit side business at XXXV Club started in 2022.Authorities alleged that the strip club, located on Route 35 in Sayreville, had spent years operating a “house of prostitution” insi...
A husband and wife have pleaded guilty to charges related to operating a prostitution ring at their family owned gentleman’s club, authorities said.
An investigation of the illicit side business at XXXV Club started in 2022.
Authorities alleged that the strip club, located on Route 35 in Sayreville, had spent years operating a “house of prostitution” inside the club and failed to pay taxes on cash payments received from the illegal activities.
On Tuesday, owners Doreen and Anthony Acciardi Sr., of Freehold, pleaded guilty to third-degree failure to pay income tax and fourth-degree maintaining a nuisance through maintaining a house of prostitution, the state Attorney General’s Office said in a statement.
As part of their plea bargain, the couple has agreed to pay $705,000 in unpaid taxes to the state. About $420,000 in cash previously seized by law enforcement will be forfeited and applied to the tax settlement, authorities said.
They originally faced more serious charges, including money laundering and racketeering.
The business, formally named 35 Club LLC, pleaded guilty to fourth-degree engaging in the operation of a sexually oriented business. As part of the plea agreement, the XXXV Club will be subject to independent monitoring for five years.
Acciboys, LLC, a company that owned ATMs inside the club, also pleaded guilty to maintaining a nuisance through maintaining a house of prostitution. The ATM operator is owned by the couple’s adult children, Anthony Acciardi Jr., of Old Bridge, and Stephen Acciardi, of Freehold.
The brothers, as well as two other relatives who worked at the club, will enter pretrial intervention programs for three years in addition to owing fines and penalties. Stephen Acciardi will also pay taxes owed to the state. The unpaid tax amount has not been disclosed.
As part of the deal, the state will seek three years of probation for Anthony Acciardi Sr. and two years of probation for his wife.
“The guilty pleas in this case underscore that illegal business dealings and tax cheating are not worth it,” New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin said. “Those crimes will not go undetected and, once they’re uncovered, they will be prosecuted.”
During the investigation, authorities obtained surveillance footage from the business, which revealed that dancers had performed sexual acts on customers in VIP rooms, the state said.
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New Jersey has reached a historic settlement of up to $450 million with 3M over “forever chemicals” contaminating state water supplies, including a site in Sayreville.The settlement announced May 13 by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette is the largest statewide PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances) settlement in New Jersey history.The settlement resolves lawsuits dating to 2019 over the Chambers Works site in Pennsville and Carn...
New Jersey has reached a historic settlement of up to $450 million with 3M over “forever chemicals” contaminating state water supplies, including a site in Sayreville.
The settlement announced May 13 by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette is the largest statewide PFAS (perfluoroalkyl substances) settlement in New Jersey history.
The settlement resolves lawsuits dating to 2019 over the Chambers Works site in Pennsville and Carneys Point, Salem County and the Parlin site in Sayreville.
“Corporate polluters must be held accountable when they contaminate our state’s water supply," Platkin stated. "For decades, 3M knew that their PFAS chemicals were forever contaminating the New Jersey environment. But they continued to pollute the environment and escape accountability. That ends now.”
Platkin said New Jersey has some of the highest levels of PFAS in the country.
“Today’s settlement marks the latest chapter in our office’s efforts to combat PFAS contamination and protect access to clean water, he said. “We look forward to pursuing everyone else who had a role in contaminating New Jersey with PFAS.”
PFAS are a broad class of chemicals used in nonstick, water- and grease-resistant products such as clothing and cookware.
PFAS are referred to as “forever chemicals” because they do not break down and last in the environment for years. Long-term exposure has been associated with health problems related to cholesterol levels, liver, kidney, immune system, the reproductive system in men, as well as developmental delays in infants and children.
The settlement also resolves the state’s claims against 3M in litigation over PFAS in the firefighting material known as aqueous film-forming foam (AFFF).
“The makers of PFAS forever chemicals knew how poisonous these substances were, yet they produced and thoughtlessly released them into New Jersey’s environment anyway,” LaTourette stated. “This historic settlement marks another step toward holding polluters accountable for dangerous PFAS contamination that has wrought havoc on our water supplies, injured our natural resources, and threatened the public health. The damages we recover from 3M will help fund New Jersey’s nation-leading PFAS abatement efforts.”
The settlement outlines a payment schedule over 25 years, with a total value of up to $450 million.
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Arts & EntertainmentSayreville HS receives 5 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Ceremony.Cast of Sayreville War Memorial's production of "Don't Drink the Water."Photo Credit: @swmhs_theatre (Instagram)Sayreville HS receives 5 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Ceremony.Photo Credit: Sayreville War Memorial Hi...
Sayreville HS receives 5 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Ceremony.
Cast of Sayreville War Memorial's production of "Don't Drink the Water."Photo Credit: @swmhs_theatre (Instagram)
Sayreville HS receives 5 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Ceremony.Photo Credit: Sayreville War Memorial High School
Cast of Sayreville War Memorial's production of "Don't Drink the Water."Photo Credit: @swmhs_theatre (Instagram)
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By TAPinto Raritan Bay Staff
Published April 22, 2025 at 6:30 AM
SAYREVILLE, NJ – Sayreville War Memorial High School has received 5 Foxy Award nominations from the Montclair Theatre Night Awards Program, a statewide theatre competition that recognizes excellence in high school theatre, for their 2024 drama, Don't Drink the Water.
The full list of nominations and nominees is provided below:
The Montclair Theatre Night Awards Ceremony will take place at Montclair State University’s Memorial Auditorium on Monday, May 19, 2025, at 8:30 p.m. Tickets to attend the awards ceremony are on sale now, click here to purchase.
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SAYREVILLE – The borough is finalizing a $3 million plan to renovate Bailey Park, funded through Green Acres and other outside funding.
The park, at South Minisink Avenue and Cheesequake Road, will undergo significant improvements beginning next year, such as walking trails, relaxation spaces and picnic groves. As part of the project, an inclusive playground will be constructed, according to a press release.
“We held a community-wide survey – with hundreds of respondents – who shared their opinions about the enhancements needed for Bailey Park,” Mayor Kennedy O’Brien stated. “We have closely studied more than 400 responses from across town and are working on a scope of work which will go out to bid in the fall.”
Sayreville maintains five large parks primarily centered on sports activities.
The borough envisions Bailey Park as a site for quieter recreation activities that will be accessible for people of all physical abilities. The popular park, featuring a pond, attracts residents from all over Sayreville, including Tangletown, Sayre Woods, La Mer, Morgan, Winding River and other communities and neighborhoods.
Prior to being designated Bailey Park decades ago, the facility was commonly referred to as “Ducks Nest” because of the shape of its spring-fed pond. It served for many years as the municipal swimming facility and was a popular spot for picnics. During the Silent Film era, a train crash was staged at the site for inclusion in the popular “Perils of Pauline” serial features, the release says.
Sayreville secured $975,000 from Green Acres to support enhancements at Bailey Park, as well as an additional $750,000 in state money under “Jake’s Law” to construct the inclusive playground, which would be accessible for those with all abilities. Other governments grants will also be leveraged to fund the project.
The term “Jake’s Law” refers to Jake’s Place, a playground in Cherry Hill, which was created in honor of Jacob Cummings-Nasto, who passed away due to complications of heart surgery at the age 2. He was born with hypoplastic heart syndrome, and the park was a preferred place for physical therapy.
“No child in Sayreville should lack access to playgrounds based on their physical abilities,” Council President Donna Roberts stated. “I am proud that Sayreville is leading by example, taking full advantage of Jake’s Law, ensuring our children, of every ability, have a place to play.”
O’Brien said his administration has committed to substantial upgrades to all the borough recreational facilities and has already made visible progress in delivering new and improved facilities.
A bid opening is scheduled on May 13 for two additional athletic fields at the Jerry Ust Recreation Complex, restroom renovations are underway at Kennedy Park with the installation of new and improved walkways slated to begin in the upcoming weeks, Roberts said.
Additionally, the installation of six new pickleball courts has commenced in Veterans Park with walkway improvements slated for the upcoming months. The borough also continues to renovate neighborhood “pocket” parks on a rolling basis; Sayreville residents benefit from almost 1,000 acres of open space, the mayor added.
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