Body Align Physical Therapy

05/02/2026

Need a little inspiration for subtly hinting what you’d love this Mother’s Day? 😉

I’ve rounded up a list of my favorite things all in one blog—perfect for a little “accidental” share with your husband, kids… you know, the ones who might be in charge of spoiling you in a few days. 💐✨

Consider this your friendly nudge to get exactly what you really want this year. You deserve it. 💖

see thehttps://bodyalignpt.com/jills-favorite-things/

04/29/2026

We’re back with more videos to support your health and movement! 💪

This foam rolling series is a great addition to your strength routine—press play, follow along, and feel the difference as you build strength and mobility.

Be sure to follow my page for more videos coming your way soon!

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04/28/2026

Spring is the perfect time to get back into your running routine—but your body might need a little extra care as you ramp up 🌱🏃‍♂️

As a PT, here are a few quick tips to keep you moving strong and injury-free... check it out on our blog!
https://bodyalignpt.com/spring-into-running-physical-therapist-tips-to-prepare-for-a-5k-this-season/

Spring miles should feel refreshing, not painful. Take care of your body now so you can enjoy every step ahead 🌸

03/20/2026

03/20/2026

Excited to introduce a new recovery tool at Body Align PT: the Chirp Halo Wireless Muscle Stimulator.

It transmits electrical pulses to interrupt pain signals before they reach your brain. It has been shown to;
✔ Reduce pain
✔ Improve circulation
✔ Decrease soreness after workouts
✔ Improve mobility before stretching or strengthening.

Relax your overactive sore muscles.
This is especially helpful for:
• Tight hips and hamstrings
• Neck and upper-trap tension
• Calf tightness in runners
• Recovery after intense workouts

At Body Align PT, we combine tools like this with hands-on care and corrective exercise to get you moving better, faster.
Interested in trying it during your session?

Ask at your next visit!

03/13/2026

Spring Sports Season is Around the Corner. Is Your Body Prepared?

After a long winter, many athletes race into practices and games. And that’s when injuries can occur.

Ankle sprains, knee pain, shoulder strains, and hip tightness are common injuries we treat each spring,

A few targeted exercises can make a huge difference in injury prevention and performance.

✨ If your athlete has pain early in the season, don’t ignore it — addressing it now can prevent weeks on the sidelines later.

03/03/2026

Jersey Grit: New Jersey’s Paralympic Powerhouses

Josh Pauls, of Green Brook, NJ, was born without tibia (shin) bones, leading to amputations of both legs at 10 months old. He joined the New Jersey-Woodbridge Warriors/New York Rangers Junior Sled Hockey club at 10 years old and now a 4× Paralympic gold medalist , the most of any sled hockey player in the history of the sport, and seven-time world champiob,

Jack Wallace, of Franklin Lakes, NJ was was involved in a boating accident while water skiing at age 10 and his right leg was amputated above the knee. After months of rehabilitation, he discovered sled hockey. He spent three years training with development teams before earing a spot on US paralympic team and is now a 2× Paralympic gold medalist. Also, Jack began competing in Paracanoe in 2019. Hope to see more of him, as he plans to become a dual-sport paralympian in both summer and winter games.

Kelsey O’Driscoll, of Caldwell, NJ, sustained a spinal cord injury after a sledding accident with her family. The date was March 6, 2021 - exactly 5 years to the day before the Winter Paralympics kick off in Italy. After relearning how to walk, she ventured into adaptive surfing, followed by downhill skiing with outriggers in 2024, which she describes as "forearm crutches with mini-skis on the bottom." She bring a lot of Jersey grit to her first Paralympics

02/25/2026

“Don’t twist!”
“Use your legs!”
“Hip hinge!”

Hear my nagging?
Snow shoveling is one of the top causes of winter back injuries each year. It is basically a loaded deadlift… on ice… with rotation.
No wonder you're sore. Watch to learn tips on how to correctly and safely shovel the snow!

Move smarter. Shovel safer. Stay aligned.
I'm your neighborhood Physical Therapist, just looking out for you. Want to be the strongest version of yourself? Give me a call today - (646) 328-2525.

02/20/2026

The Art of Recovery

To stay on top, Winter Olympians train hard — but they recover even harder. Beyond workouts, they prioritize sleep, mental health, massage, and cutting-edge recovery tools (remember the tape and cupping on legends like Kerri Walsh Jennings and Michael Phelps?).

Here are 3 recovery techniques top athletes are using heading into 2026:

❄️ Whole-Body Cryotherapy
2–4 minutes in ultra-cold temps (-100°C to -140°C) to reduce inflammation, flush waste from muscles, and speed up healing.

🦵 Pneumatic Compression Boots
Inflatable sleeves create a wave-like pressure that improves circulation and decreases next-day soreness.

💥 Percussion Therapy (Massage Guns)
Rapid pulses help reduce pain signals, relax tight muscles, improve mobility, and boost blood flow — often in minutes.

Train hard. Recover smarter.
Read more: https://bodyalignpt.com/art-of-recovery/

02/02/2026

Big news from Body Align Physical Therapy! 🎉

I’ll soon be offering specialized concussion and migraine care right here in New Providence. If you’re dealing with lingering headaches, dizziness, or post-concussion symptoms, this personalized, hands-on approach could make a real difference.

I attended an intensive course last weekend—traveling through snow and delays in cold Minnesota for this incredible class—and I’m excited to bring everything I learned back to serve our community.

Stay tuned for details — we’re excited to see this valuable service coming to our community! 💙