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Join us at The Fit Expo in Philadelphia!
Join us at The Fit Expo in Philadelphia Trinity Rehab will be at The Fit Expo at the Pennsylvania Convention Center on April 28-29, 2018! Bring the family for a fun day of new product demos, free samples, healthy cooking demos and more! Visit TheFitExpo.com and enter our promo code EXHIBITORPH18 to receive a $10…
5K race for Leukemia at Winding River Park in Toms River
5K race for Leukemia at Winding River Park in Toms River Saturday, March 31, 2018 Stop by the Trinity Rehab tent during the event to receive a Free Screening for runners and their guests! Event Schedule: 7:30 a.m. – Registration/Packet Pick-Up 9:00 a.m. – Start Time for Kids One Miler 9:30 a.m. – Start Time…
Grand Opening in Somerville, NJ!
The newest Trinity Rehab location is now open in Somerville, NJ! 89 US-206 Somerville, NJ 08876 Office Hours: M- 8:00am-8:00pm T- 8:00am-1:00pm W- 8:00am-8:00pm Th- 8:00am-8:00pm F- 8:00am-1:00pm Call 908-800-0500 today and speak with Yessenia at the front desk to set up your appointment in the brand new Somerville office!
Brand New Trinity Rehab Location in Somerset, NJ!
The newest Trinity Rehab location is now open in Somerset, NJ! Call 732-659-9400 today and speak with Adriana at the front desk to set up an appointment or you can stop by the office. 84 Veronica Avenue Somerset, NJ 08873 Office Hours: M- 8:00am-8:00pm T- 8:00am-1:00pm W- 8:00am-8:00pm Th- 8:00am-8:00pm F- 8:00am-1:00pm
Avoid Back Pain during the Holiday Season!
The holidays are upon us, you’ve done the planning, the shopping… what’s left? The WRAPPING! Don’t let long hours of present wrapping wreck your back this year! Here are a few simple tips to keep your back healthy and feeling good, so that you can enjoy celebrating with family and friends. If you are sitting,…
Avoid Throwing Your Back Out
There is a common misconception that they only time you throw out your back while lifting something is when you are lifting something heavy. That is not the case. You can just as easily throw out your back lifting something light like a pencil or a sock off of the floor. The position you use…
Watch Your Step!
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) each year, 1 in 3 adults 65 or older fall. In fact 2.2 million fall injuries among the elderly were treated in the ER departments in 2009, of which 30% suffered moderate to severe injuries such as hip fractures, spine fractures or head trauma. 70% of accidental…
Back Pain… Now What?
We can classify back pain intervention into two categories: invasive, and non-invasive. Invasive procedures will range from injections to surgery, while non-invasive would be pharmaceutical, physical therapy or chiropractic. Let’s consider the options from the most invasive to the least invasive. Spinal fusion: although much less common today, is a procedure that fuses together two…
Simple Stretch to Reduce Upper Back and Neck Pain
Suffering with back stiffness, neck pain and headaches after a long day at work? The Thoracic Extension Towel Stretch helps people with upper back stiffness, neck pain and headaches. This is a great stretch to combat poor posture after a long commute, sitting at a desk all day or even texting and using your phone….
Gardening Posture
Spring is finally here! It is the time of year when we hear a lot of complaints from patients of back pain after a weekend of yard work and gardening. Back pain can be the result of poor posture, even while gardening. Here are a few tips to avoid back pain and strain so that…
“Back” to Spring Cleaning
Sun shining. Windows open. Flowers blooming. Spring has finally sprung! Aside from enjoying the weather, it is also the time of year for spring cleaning and gardening, which can leave your back, neck and shoulder muscles feeling sore and achy… but is the soreness you are feeling normal, or a sign of serious injury? When…
Prevent Falls at Home
The thought of a loved one falling at home when they are by themselves is scary. Here are some things that you can do to help make your home (and theirs) safer. Check rooms, hallways, and stairs for tripping hazards. These can be objects like boxes, trash cans, toys from grandchildren and pets. Pull up…
Watch Out!
It is a wintery wonderland out there this season, and along with the snow comes ice and more chances of slipping and falling. According to the Center of Disease Control, if you are 65 years or older, your chances of falling are 1 in 3. You most likely either know someone who has experienced a…
#1 Foam Rolling Exercise to Reduce Knee Pain
Around this time of year we tend to see an increased number of patients with knee pain who stop going to the gym because of injury. If your knee pain is a result of tight and sore leg muscles, you may benefit from the use of a foam roller (you can buy foam rollers from…
What is Causing Your Knee Pain?
Knee pain can range anywhere from an annoyance to a major pain (literally) that keeps you from doing things you have or want to do. It can keep you from climbing stairs or squatting or stooping down to feed the pets or pick something up off the floor. It can make it difficult to stand…
“Oh My Pounding Headache”
There’s no shortage of things that give me a headache these days, long days, lack or sleep, hunger, bad music, the stock market, bad conversation… the list goes on and on. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve given people more than my fair share of headaches, but there’s no doubt that stressful situations can often lead…
Back and Leg Pain— An Uninvited Guest for the Holidays!
So it’s that time of year again to deck the halls, trim the trees, light the candles, and spend hours on our feet entertaining, cooking, baking, and of course… shopping! This is supposed to be the most wonderful time of year, but not when that uninvited holiday guest – lower back or leg pain –…
What You Need to Know About Shoulder Pain
If you’ve ever had a sleepless night due to shoulder pain or difficulty performing a simple task like getting dressed, then chances are you’re not alone. In fact, 15 million people in the USA are reported to suffer from shoulder joint related pain annually. The Rotator Cuff is usually the culprit when it comes to…
Knots in my Neck the Size of Golf Balls
Needless to say, we’ve all come across stressful situations in our lives, and perhaps even more so now with a high unemployment rate, and a challenging economy. So when my wife offers to give me a shoulder massage to help with those stressful days, I’m more than happy to take her up on the offer….
Don’t Let the Fall be Your Down Fall
The fall season tends to be my favorite time of year, the weather is not so hot, kids are back to school and the changing of the leaves and the foliage in this neck of the woods are absolutely beautiful. But as I reminisce on those great summer BBQs, I’m reminded that it’s around this…
Physical Therapist of Howell Participated in Rugged Maniac Race!
Marc, Physical Therapist of Trinity Rehab Howell tested his skills at the Rugged Maniac Race this weekend. The race is a 3-mile obstacle course requiring you to run, crawl, climb and jump (over trenches and fire) all the way to the finish line. Great job Marc! Here he is before starting the race.
Elbow Grease
Welcome to Summer time everyone! One of the perks of summertime, along with BBQs, shorts & T-shirts, is that we get to be more physically active. For some, that means hitting the links for a round of 18 holes, or swinging around the tennis racket, but a surge of activity when unprepared can lead to…
Gabriella Walks on the AlterG for the First Time!
Gabriella is 10 years old and has Astrocytoma of the brain, a form of brain cancer. In all of her life, she has never been able to walk for longer than 10 minutes. Her parents brought her in to try the Alter-G Anti-Gravity Treadmill and Gabriella walked for 20 minutes on it! Click Here to…
Pain in my…Foot
If you wake up in the morning and dread getting out of bed to take that first step because it’s painful, then you might be suffering from Plantar Fasciitis. Heel pain, or plantar fasciitis to be technical, can vary from a mild discomfort to a very painful and debilitating pain. It’s also reported to affect…
Back Pain… You too?
Back pain affects an overwhelming 80% of Americans at some point in their lives. And if that statistic doesn’t shock you, here are a few more: Back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work Back pain is the second most common reason for visits to the doctors office after respiratory infections….
Snap Crackle & Pop
When I was a kid, I used to amuse my friends with the variety of ways I could crack my knuckles, back, neck and even my jaw. These days it seems like I can’t move my body without it amusing me with a symphony of cracks and pops. So why do people like to lace…
Sciatica
What is Sciatica? Lower back pain that radiates to the back of the thigh and into the leg is a condition known as sciatica. Sciatica is the term that we use to describe the symptoms of the inflamed Sciatic nerve which is the longest nerve in the body. Symptoms of Sciatica often present with pain…
Strong Like Bull?
With the holidays upon us, it’s very easy to over indulge, some may even think it’s an obligation to do so. But holidays aside, how would you rate your overall fitness, and by what measure would you rate it? The truth is, fitness may mean different things to different people, what you consider physically fit,…
Meet the New Director of Trinity Rehab East Brunswick!
We are happy to welcome and introduce Melissa de la Cruz, PT, DPT, the New Director of Trinity Rehab in East Brunswick! Melissa graduated from Rutgers University with degrees in Biological Sciences and Psychology and went on to obtain her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Sacred Heart University in Connecticut. Since graduating, Melissa worked for…
Trinity Rehab Howell Open in New Location!
The Brand New Trinity Rehab Howell location is officially Open for Business! The NEW address is: Cherry Tree Plaza 2380 Rt. 9 South, Unit 4, Bldg 3 Howell, NJ 07731 (Right after Ice Cream on 9) Phone: 732-901-8844 Fax: 732-901-1814
Have You Heard..?
On Monday, November 24, 2014, Trinity Rehab Howell’s brand new office will be open and ready for business! Trinity Rehab Howell will be relocating to: Cherry Tree Plaza 2380 Rt 9 South, Unit 4, Bldg 3 Howell, NJ 07731 (Right after Ice Cream on 9) Phone: 732-901-8844 Follow us on Facebook for Moving Day Updates!
Welcome to the Team, Marc!
We are happy to welcome Marc Mangulabnan, PT, DPT to our Trinity Rehab team in our Howell location! Marc received his Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Stockton College in 2010. He then went on to complete Neumann University’s Doctorate of Physical Therapy Program in May 2014 and is licensed to practice in NJ. He has…
NJBIZ Honors the 2013 Best Places to Work in New Jersey!
Congratulations to us!! Trinity Rehab has been named by NJBIZ as one of the Best Places to Work in New Jersey for 2013!!! This survey and award program identifies, recognizes and honors the top places of employment in New Jersey that benefit the state’s economy, its workforce and businesses. Evaluation is a 2-part process: Part…
Hear what Dennis Malloy of NJ 101.5’s Dennis & Judy Show is saying about Trinity Rehab! Click here
Dennis Malloy personally endorses Trinity Rehab – featuring AlterG and EPAT. Click the link to hear all about it!
Asbury Park Press Article- Moving Ahead
Moving ahead New treadmill brings hope to patients, from runners to those with MS 2:28 PM, Aug 27, 2012 Purchase Image Physical therapist Pete Morro works with Tim Loftus, 49, of Marlboro on the AlterG Treadmill at ProCare Rehabilitation in Hazlet. Loftus, who has multiple sclerosis, walks weekly on the NASA-developed anti-gravity treadmill to maintain…
AlterG used for Olympic Training
Here’s a great NBC video about Jenny Simpson (and olympic runners) using the AlterG! The focus on the AlterG begins at 2:27. http://bit.ly/MfQp4P The video highlights:Running can cause fractures or soft tissue injuriesRunning on AlterG reduces impact, it reduces the forces on lower extremities Cushions the athlete’s foot and supports body weight Jenny Simpson uses…
Make This Winter a Wonderland…For Your Back!
With winter soon approaching, so does the daunting task of snow shoveling. The snow is picturesque; however managing it can be very harmful to your body. In 2004, back pain was the number one musculoskeletal related reason for emergency room visits. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission in 2005, nearly 76,000 injuries were…
How We Suffer For Our Fashion
We’re all familiar with the do’s and don’t of fashion, like never wear white after labor day, or shoes and bags must always match, but can our sense of style have a profound impact on our physical wellbeing? The answer simply is yes. Let’s face it, any lady that owns a pair of heels will…
Aches and Pains of Tendonitis
Tendonitis is a very common condition that affects both men and women alike, and while it can happen at any age, its incidence occurs more with age. Tendonitis is a generic term that basically means inflammation (itis) of the tendon. A tendon is a tough, fibrous tissue that attaches any muscle to a bone, and…
Strong like Bull?
With the holidays upon us, it’s very easy to over indulge, some may even think it’s an obligation to do so. But holidays aside, how would you rate your overall fitness, and by what measure would you rate it? The truth is, fitness may mean different things to different people, what you consider physically fit,…
Aching in the Rain
How many movies can you name which have a dramatic scene where there’s rain pouring down outside the glass window, or soaking the hero as he kisses the girl, or that cliff hanger fight scene, they’re countless, and for good reason. Rain is a powerful element, and while it’s been known to spoil many a-weekend,…
