Dr. Colella promoted to Clinical Director of the Red Bank office

Congratulations to Dr. David Colella, PT, DPT, OCS on being promoted to the Clinical Director of our Red Bank office. Dr. Colella is a Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialist who has helped build the practice over the past 8 years and deserves this new leadership role. He will be responsible for the day to day clinical operations, coordinate our DPT student program with Rutgers University and develop our clinical in-service schedule for the entire practice.

Please join us in congratulating him by sending him a personal email (dcolella@dborthopt.com) or post a message or story about how he may have helped you on our Facebook page. Click here to access our Facebook page.

Tips to prevent falls due to ice and snow.

Falls are a leading cause of injury during the winter seasons, particularly for the elderly. Snow might be beautiful to look at, but ice is something that can’t be neglected. Over one million Americans slip and fall each year which is the leading cause of missed workdays and the incidence of falls dramatically increases during the winter months. 

According to Dr. Matt Duncan, PT, DPT, here are some tips for walking on ice to decrease the risk of falls this upcoming winter:

1.      Take shorter steps and slightly shift your weight forward with flat feet to keep your center of gravity over your feet.

2.      Keep your hands out of your pockets to be prepared to brace in the event of a fall.

3.      Give yourself extra time to get to your destination so you are not rushing.

4.      Wear appropriate footwear that provides increased traction on snow and ice.

5.      Use extra care when getting into/out of vehicles or going up/down stairs or curbs—use handrail assistance if available.

6.      Set up an appointment at db Ortho to work on your general and reactive balance!

You can learn more about this topic by clicking the following links:

•  Helpful Hints When Walking on Snow or Ice | Environmental Health and Safety | Iowa State University (iastate.edu)

•  Slipping On Ice: Injury Statistics - Powerblanket Snow Mats



Local Wellness Business Spotlight

We have started a new feature in our monthly newsletter by highlighting a local wellness business that aligns with the mission and philosophy at db OrthoPT.

This month we feature the Dr. Michele Schultz-Robins, DMD, from Two River Family Dental. Dr. Schultz specializes in the area of Orofacial pain and TMJ dysfunction. She works very closely with our team at db OrthoPT in helping patients with facial and jaw pain.

Dr. Michele Schultz-Robins received her D.M.D. from UMDNJ, now known as the Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Schultz-Robins excelled in dental school where she was elected as president of the school's chapter of Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity, which, as the oldest international dental organization, promotes access to oral health care for all.

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After graduation, she continued her dental education by honing and refining her skills through the renowned general practice residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ.

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She then continued her studies further, completing a two-year post-graduate fellowship in Orofacial and TMD.

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Today, Dr. Schultz-Robins is recognized as a Board Certified Orofacial Pain Specialist and a Fellow of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain.

Patients with Orofacial pain typically suffer with pain of muscle origin, joint or nerve origin that is focused on the head, neck, mouth jaw, and face area.

TMD disorders or commonly known as TMJ which is pain impacting the temporomandibular joint. The TMJ joint is where the jaw bone connects to the skull. Patients will often complaint of ear, jaw or cheek pain as well as headaches and neck pain.

If you are suffering with undiagnosed jaw, facial or ear pain, you may want to make an appointment with Dr. Schultz-Robins at 732747-2022. You can learn more at
https://www.micheleschultzrobinsdmd.com/. Be sure to mention you were recommended by db OrthoPT when you make an appointment!

Golf Performance Program - Packages now available.

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What to prevent your risk of needing a Knee replacement??

A recent study presented at the Radiological Society of North America demonstrated the importance of building your quadriceps strength to reduce your risk of needing a total knee replacement in the future.

The study demonstrated that building your quadriceps strength to increase the size ratio between the front thigh muscles (quadriceps) and the back thigh muscles (hamstrings) can delay he need for a knee joint replacement for those patients with osteoarthritis.

Here are a few exercises to help build your quadriceps strength that you can easily do at home. Perform 2-3 sets of 10 repetitions everyday to help build strength. If you have pain while performing, stop immediately and discuss a plan with your physician or physical therapist. If you need to be evaluated for chronic knee pain, or osteoarthritis and want a specific program developed for you, please contact us at db OrthoPT immediately for an evaluation.

Red Bank - 732-747-1262

Manalapan - 732-462-2162

Click here to read more about the study.