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Our Services
There are a wide variety of services available through the Comprehensive Rehabilitation Center. Select an item below to learn more:
We accept most insurance plans. Please contact us at 973.322.7500 if you have questions regarding insurance coverage.
Adult Occupational Therapy
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, contact 973.322.7500
Registered occupational therapists and assistants use goal directed activities to help patients achieve their maximum level of functioning. The Center uses a holistic approach to therapy while addressing the unique needs of each patient.
Services include:
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Balance/Gait training, using the Biodex Balance System™, a new, state-of-the-art rehabilitation device for the testing and training of balance.
- Lymphedema Program
- Urinary Incontinence Program
- Caring and dynamic environment combined with the latest computer technology:
- Work simulator replicates tasks performed at
work and home
- Electrotherapeutic treatment to promote fine
motor skills
- Fluidotherapy to increase circulation/joint motion
- Customized splinting to address each individual's needs
Specialized Hand Therapy
The team works closely with physicians in the early intervention and evaluation of hand injuries. A certified hand therapist specializes in developing diverse treatment programs that include wound care, therapeutic modalities, exercises and activities that promote specific hand movements and fine motor control.
A certified hand therapist is an occupational therapist or physical therapist who has a minimum of five years of clinical experience, including 2,000 hours or more in direct practice hand therapy. In addition, the certified hand therapist must successfully pass a comprehensive test of advanced clinical skills and theory in upper extremity rehabilitation.
Adult Physical Therapy
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, contact 973.322.7500
Licensed physical therapists and physical therapy assistants are experienced in the evaluation and treatment of a full spectrum of musculoskeletal, orthopedic and neurologic disorders. Whether the goal of therapy is to walk unassisted or to run a marathon, each program is designed with the individual in mind.
Electrotherapeutic modalities, exercise and testing equipment are combined with the therapists' hands-on skills to promote healing and improve function. The physical therapy team works closely with physicians in monitoring patients' progress. The physical therapists are experienced in treating a full range of physical challenges, including but not limited to:
- Spine disorders/Back injury
- Knee injury
- Sprains/Strains
- Surgical rehabilitation
- Motor vehicle accident injury
- Workers' Compensation injury
- Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Click here for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Pediatric Occupational and Physical Therapy
A Caring Commitment to Children and Families
Located at the Atkins Ken Building, Suite 210, across the
street from Saint Barnabas Medical Center
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, contact
973.322.6363
This cheerful, child-centered program is staffed with therapists who specialize in the physical and occupational therapy needs of children. Pediatric therapists are trained in the evaluation and treatment of a full spectrum of developmental, neurological and orthopedic problems in a gentle, play-oriented setting. The pediatric treatment area is completely furnished with an array of equipment and activities designed to meet the needs of children of all ages and levels of ability. Family members are encouraged to participate in their child's therapy sessions or may view treatment from an adjacent observation room.
Our highly qualified and committed therapists offer specialized rehabilitative services to children of all ages, from infancy to adolescence, with varying abilities and conditions.
Our specialists utilize a variety of therapies to treat these conditions and work closely with parents and children to improve both fine and gross motor skills. Such therapies enable children to interact, play and participate with their peers.
Our specially designed pediatric physical and occupational therapy services include:
• Sensory Integration Therapy
• Neurodevelopmental Therapy
• Orthopedic and Musculo-Skeletal
We treat children with many conditions including:
• ADD, PDD or ADHD
• Autism
• Cerebral Palsy
• Developmental Delays (Gross and Fine Motor)
• Down Syndrome
• Genetic Conditions
• Hypotonia/Hypertonia
• Neurological Conditions
• Orthopedic Conditions
• Plagiocephaly
• Post-Operative Surgery Conditions
• Sensory Integration Dysfunction
• Torticollis
Lymphedema Therapy
For more information, contact 973.322.7500.
To schedule an appointment, contact 973.322.7500.
Lymphedema is abnormal swelling caused by lymphatic fluid build-up in body tissues. This chronic condition results from damage to the lymph system caused by surgical removal of the lymph nodes, radiation therapy, traumatic injury, chronic venous insufficiency or genetic malformations. Other causes may include traumatic injury, infection, obesity or chronic venous insufficiency. Swelling most often occurs in the arm or leg; however lymphedema can develop in the chest, back, neck, face, abdomen or genitals.
Early assessment and treatment are key factors in preventing long-term complications and improving function. The staff at our Center includes occupational and physical therapists, certified in complete decongestive therapy (CDT), utilize progressive techniques to reduce lymphedema and educate patients in appropriate self-management skills.
Our program includes:
- Evaluation by a physician (if requested by the primary physician or patient)
- Initial evaluation by a certified therapist (with physician prescription)
- An individually-designed treatment plan using:
- Manual lymph drainage: a gentle massage to stimulate the lymphatic system
- Compression bandaging and compression garments
- Patient education, including skin care and precautions
- A home program, including self management skills and appropriate exercises
Click here for answers to Frequently Asked Questions.
Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Pain Rehabilitation
For more information, or to schedule an appointment, contact 973.322.7500.
Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of bladder control which may be caused by a variety of factors including hormonal shifts, surgical trauma, pelvic fractures, chronic cough, childbirth, obesity and repetitive lifting. There are two main types of incontinence:
Urge incontinence is a strong, uncontrolled desire to void resulting in loss of urine. The bladder is overactive and a person experiences increased frequency of urination.
Stress incontinence is a condition which allows urine to leak when coughing, sneezing, laughing or during other physical activities
Mixed incontinence is a combination of stress and urge incontinence.
Pelvic floor dysfunction refers to a wide range of problems that may occur due to muscular weakness or imbalance. As a result, the tissues surrounding the pelvic organs may have increased or decreased elasticity. These imbalances can cause urinary incontinence and/or pelvic pain.
Constant or intermittent pelvic pain may occur in the back, vulvar or rectal areas, lower abdomen, coccyx or thigh. Causes may include childbirth trauma, poor alignment of the pelvis, postural problems, inflammatory disorders and lumbar disc problems.
A comprehensive treatment approach is provided by physical therapists with specialized training in the evaluation and treatment of these conditions. Depending on individual needs, treatment may include:
- Strengthening weakened pelvic floor muscles to increase muscle awareness, retraining, and coordination to decrease episodes and severity of urinary incontinence
- Biofeedback training and relaxation techniques to help improve pelvic floor muscle function
- Therapeutic exercises such as electrical stimulation to improve muscle tone, inhibit abnormal bladder contraction, and decrease pain
- Manual therapy to address musculo-skeletal misalignment and muscle tone of the pelvic floor and surrounding musculature
- Education on pelvic floor function, self-management strategies, bladder training to restore normal bladder function and diet and fluid modifications
- Anatomy and posture education
- Bladder/bowel care education
- Bladder re-training
- Electrical stimulation
If you are experiencing problems, it is important that you first discuss your condition with a doctor who can determine the specific cause and diagnosis. Individuals can then be referred to our program for treatment.
Insurance
As this is a physical therapy service; most insurance companies will cover this treatment. However, we recommend that you contact your insurance carrier to determine actual benefits.
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