Posts Tagged ‘Services’

Feeling dizzy or off balance is a very uncomfortable feeling. There are many reasons as to why you may be feeling dizzy. One of the reasons is an impairment of the vestibular system.  The vestibular system is comprised of a small but complex unit inside each ear that attaches to different structures, including the eyes,…

Fair Lawn Residents – Did you know that physical therapy transportation is available free of charge within the town of Fair Lawn? Minibus service is available Monday thru Friday from 9 am – 3 pm. Many patients have found this service invaluable, especially when the are unable to drive to therapy themselves or find other…

Playing sports comes with risk. At some point in your life, you will face an injury. Whether you play sports for fun or on a professional level, you will likely need sports physical therapy and performance training to speed up your recovery and get you back in the game. Specialized Physical Therapy has roped in…

There are many changes a woman undergoes before, during, and after pregnancy. Pre-natal rehabilitation therapy involves strengthening of the core muscles to prepare for post-partum and to help with relief of low back pain. Low back pain is a common and can be due to the changes in hormones, weight gain, and posture/balance changes. Treatment…

Rehabilitation before a surgery, such as a total joint replacement or knee meniscus repair, can make a major difference in your recovery post surgery. Those who participate in pre surgical rehabilitation tend to make quicker and more successful recoveries. Upon your initial evaluation, your therapist will take a thorough history and assess your baseline range,…

Our lifestyle has a huge effect on our posture and alignment. Most tasks that we perform force us to work in a flexed or bent forward position, such as when we are working at a desk, taking care of children, writing/reading, etc. Lifestyle is not the only reason why posture changes or can be affected…

Concussions are traumatic head injuries caused by a direct blow to your skull, shoulder, or neck. These incidents might cause headaches, dizziness, balance problems, and present difficulties returning to sports. These symptoms can disrupt your quality of life if they linger on for weeks. Specialized Physical Therapy offers a personalized post-concussion exercise 5-step protocol to…

Therapeutic taping features kinesio tape for practical application and use in physical therapy. The specialized color-coded latex-free tape is made from waterproof and breathable material. Our physical therapists use it to manage pain and inflammation while treating sports injuries, chronic pain, and musculoskeletal conditions. Effective treatment can support natural recovery and rehabilitation.   Overview Kinesio…

Your physical therapist may decide to use an instrument during hands on therapy to effectively break down fascial restrictions and scar tissue. The design of these specific instruments provides the therapist with the ability to locate restrictions and to treat the affected area with the appropriate amount of pressure. The IASTM tool is used to…