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 South River 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 South River 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 South River 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 South River 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 South River. 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 South River 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 South River, 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.
“American Horror Stories” will be filming in South River this month.The FX series, a spin-off of the hit anthology series “American Horror Story,” will shoot at the shuttered PNC Bank on Main Street.Filming is expected to begin Feb. 8, Mayor Peter Guindi said, and will occur intermittently for two to three weeks.Guindi, who started working with the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission about a month and a half ago, said it's a win for the borough."I'm loo...
“American Horror Stories” will be filming in South River this month.
The FX series, a spin-off of the hit anthology series “American Horror Story,” will shoot at the shuttered PNC Bank on Main Street.
Filming is expected to begin Feb. 8, Mayor Peter Guindi said, and will occur intermittently for two to three weeks.
Guindi, who started working with the New Jersey Motion Picture & Television Commission about a month and a half ago, said it's a win for the borough.
"I'm looking forward to the film industry coming into town and this is just the start," the mayor said. "This is a big thing for our town. I want everybody in town to understand that this is your town and we're going to put South River on the map. I'm going to make sure South River is back on its feet in a big, big way."
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Guindi touted the economic benefits of having a film production in South River.
"One of the things I learned about the film industry is that when they come to a town they utilize the surroundings,” he said, “everything from your delis, dry cleaners and restaurants. It's part of the tax incentive program.”
David W. Schoner, Jr., associate director of the state Motion Picture & Television Commission, told the Borough Council late last month that production spending in New Jersey increased from $67 million in 2017 to $700 million in 2022 when the state hosted more than 619 projects.
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"Since the revival of the film and TV tax credit, a total of 33 tax credit projects generating over $623 million last year alone happened," Schoner said. "In 2022, the film industry created 8,500 jobs in New Jersey."
Schoner said production companies typically look for a closed bank, police stations, schools and closed hospitals for filming.
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SOUTH RIVER – With voters narrowly defeating Tuesday's referendum asking for $5.5 million to reconstruct Denny Stadium, Superintendent of Schools Sylvia Zircher said the Board of Education and administration "are disappointed in the results."The referendum proposed a new stadium with an artificial turf field and other improvements...
SOUTH RIVER – With voters narrowly defeating Tuesday's referendum asking for $5.5 million to reconstruct Denny Stadium, Superintendent of Schools Sylvia Zircher said the Board of Education and administration "are disappointed in the results."
The referendum proposed a new stadium with an artificial turf field and other improvements.
The project would have cost the average borough property taxpayer $127.56 per year or $10.63 per month.
The referendum lost by a 1,337-to-1,126 margin, according to unofficial results.
"This was a close vote, and we know many of our community members share this disappointment," Zircher said Wednesday. "The intent of the referendum was to increase accessibility by converting the field to a multi-sport coed facility, provide our athletes equal conditions to their peers across the county, and continue to make the stadium a place of pride for the community."
The stadium project called for new bleachers, an updated press box, repairs and expansion of the existing concession stands, new fully accessible restrooms and a new synthetic turf field. The stadium would have accommodated 1,000 fans and been ADA-compliant.
In August Zircher said "after many years of repairs, our Denny Stadium has reached the end of its lifespan."
The stadium would have been slated for demolition. The bleachers, built in 1934, are made of wood and were closed in the spring for "safety reasons," the school district said.
The football team was scheduled to play four home games – Sept. 2, Sept. 23, Oct. 7 and Oct. 14 – at Denny Stadium. But because the bleachers would not be available, the district made other accommodations for spectators.
The failure of the referendum comes on the heels of a similar defeat in January. Then, borough voters defeated a two-pronged referendum that included the new stadium, turf field and a new preschool in its overall $33 million price.
While next steps are still to be considered, Zircher said the referendum's goals are "still priorities for the district."
"We will now explore options to meet these goals," she said.
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SOUTH RIVER – The borough violated a drinking water requirement by failing to submit an optimal corrosion control treatment (OCCT) recommendation and a source water treatment recommendation (SoWTR) to the state."Even though this is not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened, what you should do, and what we are doing to correct the situation," says a notice on the borough’s website, adding that if this was an emergency, residents would have been contacted immediately.Water is...
SOUTH RIVER – The borough violated a drinking water requirement by failing to submit an optimal corrosion control treatment (OCCT) recommendation and a source water treatment recommendation (SoWTR) to the state.
"Even though this is not an emergency, as our customers, you have a right to know what happened, what you should do, and what we are doing to correct the situation," says a notice on the borough’s website, adding that if this was an emergency, residents would have been contacted immediately.
Water is routinely sampled at consumers' taps for lead and copper, the notice says. The tests show copper levels in the water above the action level, requiring the borough to submit an OCCT and SoWTR recommendation to the New Jersey Division of Water Supply & Geoscience.
The recommendation should have been completed and submitted by Dec. 31, 2022, but it was not submitted on time.
According to a borough official, the tests were submitted on time and the results were forwarded, but the plan on how to address the issue was not submitted on time.
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The test is routinely conducted by a licensed water treatment operator, Agra Environmental and Laboratory Services, a contracted consultant, which is not a borough employee, the official said.
"When we did the original testing there was an issue," Michael Furrey, owner of Agra, said. "It was found the borough was not in compliance between January and June of 2022. We have made improvements to bring the copper level in compliance, but a long-term plan is needed."
Furrey said when there is an exceedance, the state Department of Environmental Protection requires an action plan.
"In this case the Ph was low, so copper leached into the water," he said. "It was only a slight difference. The standard is 1.3 parts per million, but the water tested at 1.83 parts per million."
"The water quality is not something to be concerned about," said Mayor John Krenzel. "The copper levels were only slightly above DEP standards. If it was dangerous, a crisis or an emergency, the DEP would step in and declare an emergency, but they did not do that. According to Agra, the issue with the copper in the water has been resolved."
The recommendation will be submitted to the Division of Water Supply & Geoscience by May 31, the borough’s notice says.
Infants and children who drink water containing lead in excess of the action level could experience delays in their physical or mental development. Children could show slight deficits in attention span and learning abilities. Adults who drink this water over many years could develop kidney problems or high blood pressure.
Copper is an essential nutrient, but some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over a relatively short amount of time could experience gastrointestinal distress. Some people who drink water containing copper in excess of the action level over many years could suffer liver or kidney damage.
To reduce exposure:
For additional information, contact Arthur Londensky at 732-257-1999 ext. 519.
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The last time Bound Brook tasted this feeling was Oct. 29, 2021.Complete Box Score »Two seasons later, the Crusaders are back in the win column. The Somerset County squad rallied off 35 straight points in Friday night’s 35-13 victory over South River, snapping an 12-game losing streak dating back to the 2021 season.“It means everything for this group,” said Bound Brook head coach Dave LePoidevin. “We ha...
The last time Bound Brook tasted this feeling was Oct. 29, 2021.
Two seasons later, the Crusaders are back in the win column. The Somerset County squad rallied off 35 straight points in Friday night’s 35-13 victory over South River, snapping an 12-game losing streak dating back to the 2021 season.
“It means everything for this group,” said Bound Brook head coach Dave LePoidevin. “We have a bunch of young guys who are still trying to figure it all out. We’re going in the right direction.”
It was a difficult stretch for the Crusaders as they went winless a season ago. The opportunity was there against the Rams, who dropped to 0-3.
Bound Brook junior quarterback Jeremiah Norwood found the end zone on a 17-yard run to ignite the scoring, and he connected on a pair of long touchdowns with senior Jarred Wooden, the second on a 95-yarder that put Bound Brook ahead 28-7 in the third quarter.
“It felt like we were together. We had the connection,” Norwood said. “I hate losing. I just hate losing. We just started rolling.”
South River had the early momentum when Gabriel Silva recovered a fumble in the end zone late in the first quarter.
Bound Brook (1-2) responded behind Norwood on the next drive. He found Moses Williams for 23 yards on a 4th-and-7, and from there he powered his way past the Rams defense for a 17-yard TD.
After Bound Brook forced a punt, Norwood went back to work with a 33-yard connection to Lucas Coleman. Amod Dudley got involved in the run game and Kiernan Pareja’s 2-yard score and a two-point conversion between Norwood to Jamile Adoboe had the Crusaders ahead 14-7 with 2:45 remaining in the first half.
The second half was all Bound Brook. Following a South River punt, Norwood found his playmakers in the passing game. An 18-yard strike to Adoboe put the Crusaders in Ram territory. From there, the junior quarterback connected on a deep ball with Wooden for 38 yards to build the lead to 21-7 with 8:16 to go in the third.
Wooden’s second score followed by a long TD run by Dudley assured Bound Brook its first victory in nearly two years. The home crowd had a reason to cheer all night long.
“It’s a great feeling,” Wooden said. “To lose 12 in a row and win one, it’s a great feeling. We just have to keep it going now. This was a great atmosphere. Bound Brook, it’s a great place.”
The Crusaders will look to make it two in a row against Voorhees next Friday night. South River takes on Spotswood next Saturday afternoon.
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SOUTH RIVER - Another cannabis business may be coming to the borough.The borough's Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two cannabis manufacturers and processors to operate in a vacant warehouse at 141-143 Russell Ave.Use variances were required because manufacturing is not a permitted use in the R-75 zone.South River resident Tara "Misu" Sargente, owner of Blazin Bakery, the first legal, woman-owned marijuana edibles company in New Jersey, was approved to open a state-licensed ca...
SOUTH RIVER - Another cannabis business may be coming to the borough.
The borough's Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two cannabis manufacturers and processors to operate in a vacant warehouse at 141-143 Russell Ave.
Use variances were required because manufacturing is not a permitted use in the R-75 zone.
South River resident Tara "Misu" Sargente, owner of Blazin Bakery, the first legal, woman-owned marijuana edibles company in New Jersey, was approved to open a state-licensed cannabis manufacturing facility in the Russell Avenue warehouse.
Sargente, who also owns Green Alchemy, sought a use variance to run a 4,094-square-foot manufacturing facility in the warehouse.
A use variance also was approved for Cedar Fairmont Health Cultivators, of East Brunswick, to operate a cannabis manufacturing facility at the site.
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An application for another cannabis manufacturing facility has been submitted to the borough by Carlos A. Erba for a property at 190 William St. owned by W./S.C. LLC of Sayreville. That application is scheduled to be heard by the borough Planning Board on May 16.
In October, Noble 1 was approved by the Zoning Board of Adjustment to grow cannabis at 1 Martin Ave., the former site of Ecko Unlimited.
Borough officials applauded the project, saying it would bring much-needed revenue into the borough coffers.
"This is going to help the taxpayers," Councilman Peter Guindi previously said. "We project it will bring about $500,000 a year to the borough. We would be foolish as a mayor and council to say no to something that can help this town in a dramatic way. We talk about how we're going to be business-friendly, here's business-friendly. The faster we bring in businesses, the faster it will help the town, residents, other businesses and our infrastructure."
The new approvals come as the Borough Council approved a referendum that will ask voters in November whether they want businesses that sell marijuana for adult recreational use to operate in the borough.
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