Is Physical Therapy Painful?

A common worry for new physical therapy patients is if it will be painful. We get asked this question all the time… We always start by explaining what physical therapy (PT) is and what a PT will do.

Summit Physical TherapyFebruary 14, 2022physical therapy, Orthopedic Physical Therapy

I Think I Sprained My Ankle. What Should I Do?

While ankle sprains may be one of the most common injuries amongst all age groups, it may also be the most undertreated orthopedic injury.

Summit Physical TherapyJanuary 21, 2022ankle, ankle sprain

Stress, Pain, and Injury. Can Physical Therapy Help Me?

Physical Therapists frequently see patients where stress is a factor in their pain and injury. You may be surprised how it can show up.

Paul CovielloSummit Physical TherapyDecember 10, 2021stress, pain, chronic pain, physical therapy, injury

Common Injuries for Youth Athletes

Young athletes are specializing earlier and earlier, but not without consequence.

Pain in the... Jaw?

A common physical expression of stress and anxiety is jaw and facial area pain.

Summit Physical TherapyApril 27, 2021TMJ

Create The Optimal Healing Environment

What is the first step to getting better after suffering an injury or undergoing surgery?

Paul CovielloSummit Physical TherapyApril 22, 2021Orthopedic Physical Therapy

Stand Tall, Don't Fall!

Falls are a leading cause of injury and fatality for older adults. Here's what you need to know.

Robert O'ConnellSummit Physical TherapyApril 6, 2021Fall Prevention

You Need To Side Plank

One simple exercise may be the missing piece in your workout routine.

Summit Physical TherapyFebruary 2, 2021exercise, workout routine

You Can't Out Exercise Your Diet

Exercise has tremendous benefits, but it isn't the whole story. Let's make sure your plan to be healthy is sustainable.

Summit Physical TherapyJanuary 20, 2021exercise, weight loss

When Is It Time To Take Care Of That Nagging Pain?

We all have our aches and pains, but when is it time to take the next step?

Summit Physical TherapyJanuary 20, 2021chronic pain, pain

Exercise Class Is Not Helping Your Health Goals

Exercise classes are fun! Despite this, the likelihood that this class is helping you achieve your fitness goals is slim to none.

Summit Physical TherapyOctober 14, 2020exercise

Kids are playing more, but will it last?

If there were to be a silver lining to the Covid situation, I think I may have found it.

Robert O'ConnellSummit Physical TherapyAugust 26, 2020

Summit Physical Therapy Offers Personalized Treatment To Patients

Summit Physical Therapy, founded in 1988, is an independent, physical therapist-owned, private practice with a convenient location serving Union, Essex and Morris counties

John V. SciosciaSummit Physical TherapyJuly 14, 2020physical therapy

What is the Best Footwear?

In this article we will talk a little bit about the positives and negatives of a few types of footwear, and how it can impact a variety of conditions as well as your body mechanics.

Summit Physical TherapyNovember 25, 2019footwear

Congratulations to Paul On His Specialty Board Certification!

Paul has fulfilled the requirements of becoming an Orthopedic Certified Specialist. He becomes one of the 372 physical therapists in New Jersey to hold an OCS certification.

Summit Physical TherapyJuly 12, 2019

Our Story

Summit Physical Therapy, founded in 1988, is an independent, physical therapist owned private practice with an easy to reach location serving Union, Essex & Morris Counties.

Robert O'ConnellSummit Physical TherapyJune 14, 2019summit physical therapy

Do You Need an X-Ray?

One of the first questions asked after suffering an injury is, “Do I need an X-Ray?” As with most issues in the medical field, the answer is, “It depends!”

Summit Physical TherapyJune 4, 2019x-ray