PHYSICAL THERAPY/THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Nathaniel Tongol, PT
Physical Therapist
Nathaniel Tongol attended the Angeles University Foundation in Angeles City, Philippines where he received his Bachelor's Degree in Physical Therapy in 1997. After graduation, he was selected to be a clinical instructor at the University overseeing, educating and supporting undergraduates in their process of becoming a physical therapist.
In 1998, he moved to the United States, took his physical therapy board examinations the same year and was granted licensure to practice in New Jersey, New York and Texas.
Nathaniel has ten years experience working in various physical therapy settings from long term care to out-patient facilities. He also has extensive experience with various neurological, orthopedic and sports injuries with specialization in manual therapy.
While practicing here at Allied Medical Pavilion providing knowledgeable, compassionate care, he is, also, attending school to obtain his Doctorate degree in Physical Therapy as well as his Manual Therapy certification.
PHYSICAL THERAPY TREATMENTS
The primary objective of physical therapy is
to promote optimum human health by improving movement and
function, relieving pain and expanding mobility potential.
Often medical conditions such as arthritis, chronic pain,
stroke and the natural aging process can result in loss of
physical function. This loss of function may present to a
client as decreased flexibility and strength or limited endurance.
The practice of physical therapy can assist in regaining lost
independence and restore participation in various daily activities.
The principles of physical therapy have been
a part of the healing arts since the beginning of recorded
time. The role of physical therapy in present-day health care
has become significant and essential in the concept of total
patient care.
Galina Khanukayeva, CMT
Galina Khanukayeva is a very well trained Massage professional who began her studies and hands-on training in Russia in 1987, learning various forms of Medical Massage at a pre-university level. She has practiced successfully there in medical spas for approximately 10 years.
After her relocation to the United States, Galina furthered her studies and was certified at the Power of Healing Hands massage school in Oakland, NJ. The program included training in Medical Massage, Swedish Massage, Reflexology, Deep Tissue Massage, Chair Massage and Trigger Point therapy. She later became certified in the ancient technique of Massage Cupping, a technique to release muscle spasm, pain and increase circulation. Further education was received at the Helma Institute for Massage in Saddle Brook, NJ where she trained in Medical Massage for Arthritis of Each Major Joint.
Ms Khanukayeva is a Certified member of the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals and is a State Certified in Massage, Bodywork and Somatic therapies.
As an experienced, dedicated, compassionate practitioner, Galina pays close attention to her patient's condition and tailors each session to meet their individual needs with a very positive outcome, most often having them regain flexibility, pain relief and proper functioning.
Teresa Michalski, CMT
Teresa Michalski, CMT has been practicing therapeutically-based Medical Massage. As a graduate of the Academy of Natural Health Sciences in Woodbridge, NJ, with training in Swedish Massage, Shiatsu, Reflexology of the feet and Medical Massage, she continued her studies in several modalities including Chair Massage, Medical Massage for Arthritis of Each Major Joint at the North Jersey Massage Training Center and Reiki Level 1 at the Institute for Therapeutic Massage. Ms Michalski is New Jersey State Certified in Massage, Bodywork and somatic therapies, as well as a Certified member with Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals.
Because there is no one best way to address the therapeutic treatment of a patient's symptoms or their cause, Ms. Michalski strives to approach her work by paying close attention to the patient's body and what it is telling her during each session. This individualized and intuitive approach may incorporate other modalities such as Myofacial Release, Trigger Point, Trager Aproach and Acupressure to release the soft tissues trigger points, increase range of motion and bring about relief. In order to continue the healing process, she may note proper posture, recommend proper stretching and also work closely with the other therapists on site, including the Physical Therapist, Chiropractor and Acupuncturist.
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Therapeutic massage is a hands-on technique that
focuses  on
restoring the body's muscular structure to its natural, resilient
state allowing freer and easier movement. Stress, tension,
structural malalignment and injuries create rigidified tissue,
resulting in "knots," soreness, depletion of energy and often,
restricted movement. Appropriate pressure and careful manipulation
of the muscles and connective tissue enables the body to regain
its innate flexibility and proper functioning.
Research shows that massage reduces the heart
rate, lowers blood pressure, increases blood circulation and
lymph flow, relaxes muscles, improves range of motion and
increases endorphins, the body's natural painkillers. Other
benefits of massage are helping to relieve anxiety, the pain
of arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome, depression, circulatory
problems, headaches (especially when due to muscle tension),
myofacial pain (including pulled or strained muscles and sprained
ligaments), insomnia and stress. Therapeutic massage has the
potential to enhance medical and chiropractic treatments and
helps people feel relaxed yet more alert restoring a sense
of vitality and well-being.
ELECTRICAL STIMULATION
What Is Electrical Stimulation And How Does
It Work On Your Body?
Pain is a warning system and the body's method of telling
us that something is wrong. Pain is important; without it
abnormal conditions may go undetected, causing damage or injury
to vital parts of our bodies. Pain does not begin until a
coded message travels to the brain where it is decoded, analyzed
and then reacted to. The pain message travels from the injured
area along the small nerves that travel up the spinal cord
to the brain. The pain message is then interpreted, referred
back and the pain is felt.
When your nerves are not working normally, the
electrical stimulation machine creates the same message as
your nerves would make to cause the muscles to contract normally.
Electrical Stimulation is a safe, non-invasive method of controlling
pain using a small device that delivers tiny electrical impulses
sent through the skin to the nerves in the affected area to
modify your pain perception. This technique helps to reduce
or eliminate pain, allowing for a return to normal activity.
 Electrical
Stimulation can be used to:
 Help
control pain
Prevent
your muscles from getting tight (overly contracted)
Prevent your muscles from getting weak
Decrease swelling
Increase blood flow to the area
Help
your wounds heal
Increase your muscle strength
PARAFIN TREATMENTS
During a paraffin treatment, your hands and/or
your feet are bathed in warm paraffin wax. After several layers
of paraffin wax have been applied, the hand or foot is withdrawn
from the bath, the wax is allowed to set for a moment and
then the hand or foot is placed in a plastic bag and is either
wrapped in a towel or placed in a cotton mitten allowing the
warmth to penetrate the affected area.
After a cooling period, the wax is gently peeled
away and the hands and/or feet are gently massaged. An immediate
difference can be felt. This treatment is a comfortable and
enjoyable way to soothe tender joints and muscles and is beneficial
in conditioning the skin. Paraffin wax treatments are especially
helpful in relieving the discomfort of an arthritic condition.
THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE (TE)
The goal of Therapeutic Exercise is to develop,
improve, restore and maintain normal muscle strength and endurance,
cardiovascular fitness, mobility, flexibility and  relaxation,
as well as motor coordination and skill.
The ultimate achievement of any therapeutic exercise program is symptom free movement and/or function. Accurate diagnosis is the hallmark upon which any program of therapeutic exercise is based. When properly administered, it may be used to assist the body in the removal of excess mucus secretions from the pulmonary system or enhance cardiopulmonary functions. Body joints may be treated by range of motion exercises to enhance joint function and improve muscular performance.
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