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Annual Physical Therapy Check Up

Have you spoken to your physician about your Annual Physical Therapy Check-Up?

Take control of your physical fitness and musculoskeletal health TODAY!

Many of us take the time to see our primary care physicians (PCP) and our dentists regularly to ensure the best possible health outcomes.  One vital part of our physical wellbeing that is often overlooked is the health of our musculoskeletal system.  We recommend adding a physical therapist (PT) to your list as you make your annual healthcare visits. Working with a physical therapist can:

Montclair High School’s Blue Scrub Club donates to Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center

The Blue Scrub Club at Montclair High School has donated $500 to Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center’s Pastoral Care department through the Partners for Health Foundation.

New Jersey Woman Experiences Great Success after Bariatric Surgery Despite COVID-19 Obstacles

Some people who have had bariatric surgery are uncomfortable discussing it, but Melissa Flores, 27, feels differently. After losing over 100 pounds since she underwent gastric sleeve surgery in June 2020, Melissa has become an advocate for this option, sharing her experience with anyone who is interested in her weight loss journey.

The Importance of Daily Sunscreen Use

Wearing sunscreen every day, even if you are outside only for short periods, is an important step in keeping your skin looking healthy and preventing skin cancer.

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Mother and Daughter Received Expert Orthopedic Care For Separate Injuries

Judith D. and Dana M., mother and daughter pair, experienced separate falls that led them to Mountainside Medical Center’s Emergency Department and orthopedic surgeon, Joseph Bellapianta, M.D., in 2020.

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center to Start Post-COVID-19 Rehabilitation Program

Mountainside Medical Center will begin a new Post-COVID exercise program designed for those who have had COVID-19 to improve their strength, flexibility, endurance and activities of daily living.  The goal of the program is to improve quality of life and promote positive lifestyle changes through education and exercise.

This program is medically supervised by the Mountainside Cardiac Rehabilitation and includes two 1-hour sessions per week for four to eight weeks at the Mountainside Medical Center Cardiac Rehabilitation Fitness Center.

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Celebrates National Hospital Week

National Hospital Week begins on May 9. National Hospital Week is an opportunity to highlight hospitals, health systems and healthcare workers and the ways they support the needs of their community. The American Hospital Association has recognized this year’s theme as Inspiring Hope through Healing.

Hackensack Meridian Mountainside Medical Center Celebrates National Nurses Week

National Nurses Week begins on May 6 and lasts through May 12, the birthday of the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale. This annual celebration acknowledges the work nurses do for others and provides an opportunity to thank them for the work they do each day.

Last year, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared 2020 the Year of the Nurse. The American Nurses Association (ANA) joins WHO in extending the Year of the Nurse into 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

What is Hand Therapy?

Summer is just around the corner, and with it comes a bevy of pastimes requiring arm strength. Whether swimming, swinging a bat or pushing a lawnmower, our upper extremities get plenty of use during warmer months. It is a good time to talk about how we can help you take extra care of your body, from hands to shoulders and every joint and ligament in between.

What Is hand therapy?