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Wellness Through Physical Therapy & Acupuncture... We also accept workers' compensation & auto accident cases.

Welcome to Complete Physical Rehabilitation, a division of IPTA Clinical LLC, where our expert physical therapy team treats everyday pain conditions with specialized care in Elizabeth and Jersey City, NJ. Our focus includes back pain, sciatica, neck pain, headaches, shoulder pain, dizziness, vertigo, balance problems, and Parkinson's disease. As an in-network provider for most health insurances, including AETNA, AmeriHealth, Cigna, Clover, all Blue Cross Blue Shield plans, Medicare, and United Healthcare-Oxford, we ensure accessible and affordable care. For more information, visit our website or reach out with any questions. We're here to assist you on your path to pain relief.

11/20/2025

Do you think hydration’s just a summer thing?

Not quite.

In cold weather, your body’s thirst signals drop even when you DO need water. That makes it waaaay too easy for you to sip less than your body needs.

Staying hydrated helps you with:
✔️ Joint mobility
✔️ Circulation
✔️ Energy (yes, even in winter)

✅ Quick tip: Keep a refillable water bottle near you throughout the day. Little sips = big difference.

At Complete Physical Rehab, we’re all about the small, doable habits that support your health year-round.

📲 Do you have pain that you want to get rid of this winter?

Book your FREE Discovery Visit on our website, cprnj.com.

In this quick in-person session, we'll find the root cause of your pain and give you a personalized pain relief plan.

11/17/2025

🎯 MYTH: "It’s pointless to start a new routine for yourself before the holidays."
✅ FACT: Starting now gives you a head start and WAY less stress later.

Let’s get real: waiting for January doesn’t make things easier for your pain problems.
The truth? Taking care of yourself now gives you:

✔️ More energy
✔️ Better balance
✔️ A stronger body heading into the holiday chaos

✨ You don’t need a perfect start. You just need a real one.

📲 Book your FREE Discovery Visit today at cprnj.com and find out how physical therapy can help relieve your pain problems and strengthen your body for the holidays.

Let’s take that first step before the new year rush kicks in.

09/17/2025

Back at your desk more now that fall is in full swing?

If your back’s already protesting… you’re not alone.

Long hours of sitting = tight hips, weak core, and stiffness that creeps in fast.

This September, try this easy routine to keep your body in check:

✅ Stand up while taking calls - movement helps break the sitting cycle.
✅ Set a reminder every hour - even 2 minutes of stretching or walking makes a difference.
✅ Add gentle core work - stronger core = less pressure on your spine.

Your future self (and your lower back) will thank you.

📍Need help loosening things up?

Book your FREE Discovery Visit at our Elizabeth or Jersey City clinic on our website.

🌐cprnj.com
📲 Elizabeth: (908) 527-6001
📲 Jersey City: (201) 433-6001

09/05/2025

First week of school? ✅

That tired look on your kid’s face?

😅 Might not be just from early mornings…

Back pain from a heavy backpack could be part of it.

🎒 Backpacks shouldn’t be a pain in the...back.

But they often are, especially when they’re too heavy, worn wrong, or filled like a survival kit.

✅ If your kid is complaining about back pain…
✅ Or if you’ve ever slung your own backpack over one shoulder and regretted it…

We’ve got you covered.

Our latest blog breaks down how something as simple as a backpack can cause serious problems, and how to fix it.

✨ 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝘂𝘀: 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗶𝗽𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗼 (𝗯𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗹𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗯𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗹...𝗴𝗿𝗼𝘄𝗻-𝘂𝗽𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗽𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼𝗼).

Head to our website for the full blog:

🌐cprnj.com
📲 Elizabeth: (908) 527-6001
📲 Jersey City: (201) 433-6001

08/09/2025

🔥 Feeling stiffer in this summer heat?

You're not imagining it.

When temps rise, your joints can swell, muscles tighten, and fatigue hits faster, and ever MORE if you're already dealing with nagging pain or inflammation.

But the good news? There are ways to beat the heat (and the pain):

✅ Hydrate more than you think you need. Dehydration makes joint pain worse. Water keeps tissues cushioned and flexible.

✅ Use cooling breaks. A damp towel on your neck or wrists can help regulate your body temp and reduce swelling.

✅ Keep moving, but pace yourself. Gentle mobility exercises keep things loose. Don’t overdo it just because the sun’s out.

We help patients every summer who say, “I thought it was just the heat.”

And it is, but that doesn’t mean you have to live with it.

🗓️ Schedule your FREE Discovery Session on our website and let’s get you moving comfortably again

🌐cprnj.com
📲 Elizabeth: (908) 527-6001
📲 Jersey City: (201) 433-6001

08/07/2025

✈️ New blog just dropped!

Neck pillows.

You see them everywhere. They're looped around necks, strapped to luggage, worn like badges of honor before the flight even boards.

But here’s the thing most people don’t know:

👉 That comfy-looking pillow? It might be wrecking your neck.

In this blog, Dr. James (our co-owner, spine expert, and travel-season observer) breaks down what really matters when it comes to neck support on the go.

💥 When they help.
😬 When they hurt.
✅ And what to use instead if you want to avoid that “can’t-turn-my-head” feeling after a long flight.

📲 Head to our website blog to read “Neck Pillows: Your Best Friend Or Your Neck Nightmare?”

🌐cprnj.com

07/18/2025

🚗✈️ Headed out on a long trip?
Your posture could be the difference between arriving refreshed… or feeling wrecked.

Here’s how to keep your body happy on the road (or in the air):

✅ 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 – A small pillow or rolled towel behind your lower back helps protect your spine’s natural curve.

✅ 𝗔𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 – Make sure your hips are slightly higher than your knees to reduce pressure on your low back.

✅ 𝗥𝗲𝗹𝗮𝘅 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 – Grip the wheel, not your stress. Drop your shoulders and check in often.

✅ 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 𝗼𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻 – Don’t sit still for hours. Change your position, stretch a little, and get the blood flowing.

💡 Small adjustments = big relief.

If long trips leave you stiff, sore, or out of alignment, we can help you fix it!

🗓️Book your FREE Discovery Visit on our website at our Jersey City or Elizabeth clinic.

📲 Elizabeth: (908) 527-6001
📲 Jersey City: (201) 433-6001
🌐cprnj.com

07/15/2025

🚗 Long drives aren’t just tough on adult. Kids feel it too!

If your little one ends up cranky, stiff, or slouched in the backseat, these 5 tips can make a big difference in how they feel during and after the trip:

1️⃣ 𝗘𝗻𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 – Let them stretch or get out at rest stops. Even a quick walk around the car helps shake off stiffness.

2️⃣ 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 & 𝗦𝗻𝗮𝗰𝗸𝘀 – Tired, dehydrated kids tend to slump. Keep water and easy snacks within reach.

3️⃣ 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗮 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗼𝗿 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 – A good fit supports the spine and helps them stay upright, not curled over.

4️⃣ 𝗡𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 – Bring a small pillow or travel cushion to avoid awkward neck angles during naps.

5️⃣ 𝗔𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗯𝗲𝗹𝘁𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗹𝘆 – Belts should lie flat across the chest and hips, not digging into the neck or stomach.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 We help parents all the time with real strategies to make travel easier on young bodies, because comfort matters for the whole family.

🗓️Book your FREE Discovery Visit with us today.

📲 Elizabeth: (908) 527-6001
📲 Jersey City: (201) 433-6001
🌐cprnj.com

07/14/2025

✈️ Flying soon? Don’t let your next trip end in back pain.

Here's a quick checklist to help you stay loose, pain-free, and a whole lot more comfortable.

If you’re going to be stuck in the air for hours, these tips are for YOU.

Here’s the breakdown:

✅ 𝗖𝗵𝗼𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘁
Aisle seats aren’t just for fast bathroom breaks. They let you stretch your legs, shift your hips, and sneak in a quick standing break without climbing over strangers. Your spine will thank you.

✅ 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗟𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗿 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁
Most airplane seats weren’t designed with your back in mind. Bring a rolled-up towel, small pillow, or even a hoodie and place it right at your lower back to maintain proper posture.

✅ 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝘁𝗲𝗻
Set a timer or just make it a habit: stand, stretch, or walk the aisle every 30–45 minutes. Even a quick shoulder roll or ankle circle in your seat keeps joints from locking up.

✅ 𝗣𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀
Travel pillow? Yes. Compression socks? Absolutely. And if your airline allows it, a small heating pad can be a game-changer for tight hips and low backs. Don’t underestimate your gear.

If your last flight left you feeling stiff, achy, or out of alignment, don’t wait until it gets worse.

Book a FREE Discovery Visit on our website with our team now and let us help you come up with a pain prevention plan for your next trip!

🌐cprnj.com

07/10/2025

🚗✈️ Sitting too long in one position? That’s a fast track to back and hip pain during summer travel.

Whether you’re stuck in traffic on the Parkway or flying out of Newark, here are 3 simple fixes that can make a big difference:

🔹 𝗨𝘀𝗲 𝗹𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗿 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 – A small towel, travel pillow, or even a folded sweatshirt behind your lower back helps maintain your natural spine curve and reduces pressure on the hips.

🔹 𝗔𝗱𝗷𝘂𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 – Keeping your hips higher than your knees helps prevent tightness in your lower back and keeps your posture from collapsing during long trips.

🔹 𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝟯𝟬–4𝟱 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗲𝘀 – Set a timer to stand, stretch, or shift your position. This keeps blood flowing and your joints from locking up.

These aren't fluff tips.

They’re real strategies we teach patients every day in our clinic. And they work.

If your back or hips are already giving you trouble, don’t wait until it gets worse.

🗓️ Book a FREE Discovery Visit with us now (link on our website), and let’s get you moving better before your next trip.

📲 Elizabeth: (908) 527-6001
📲 Jersey City: (201) 433-6001
🌐cprnj.com

07/07/2025

🤔Soooooo, how’d your traveling go this weekend?

Let me guess...

Stiff neck? Achy back? 😩Your hips still mad at you for sitting 4 hours straight?

We get it. Long car rides 🚗, cramped flights ✈️, heavy bags 🧳… it adds up fast.

Here’s the good news: our quick, FREE Discovery Visit can help you figure out what’s causing the pain AND show you what to do about it. 😀

No guesswork, no wasted time.

Just real answers from a real expert who’s ready to help you move better, feel better, and travel without dreading the ride.

Before your next getaway sneaks up on you, get ahead of the pain.

📍Book your FREE Discovery Visit now on our website.

✈️ Then check out our blog for smart, simple tips to avoid back pain while traveling

🌐cprnj.com

07/03/2025

✈️ The 4th of July weekend is here 🎆! Long travel day ahead?

Don’t just sit there.

S𝗾𝘂𝗶𝗿𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗲.

Whether you're stuck in a plane seat or behind the wheel, staying still too long can do a number on your hips, spine, and circulation.

The fix? Quick stretches that don’t look weird.

🌀 Do a seated twist (just turn, no need to impress your seatmate).
👣 Roll your ankles to keep blood flowing.
💪 Shoulder rolls and neck nods to fight the stiffness.

These small moves go a long way toward keeping your back happy from takeoff to touchdown.

👉 Want more lesser-known tips for protecting your body while you travel?

Head to our website to read our latest blog: How to Travel Without Wrecking Your Back

🌐cprnj.com

Have a happy and safe 4th of July Weekend!

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400 Westfield Avenue
Elizabeth, NJ
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Monday	8am - 7pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 7pm
Thursday	8:30am - 1pm
Friday	8:30am - 6pm

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http://www.cprnj.com/

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Owned and operated by physical therapists since 2004, our Elizabeth and Jersey City clinics have excelled at offering the most comprehensive rehabilitation programs available, centered on our one-on-one physical therapy & acupuncture services.

At our facilities, you will be working with a physical therapy team featuring a dynamic range of specialties. In addition to our certified sports, McKenzie-certified back pain, and LSVT BIG certified Parkinson’s disease programs, we are the top vestibular rehabilitation specialists in Elizabeth and Jersey City.

Featuring cutting-edge technology, our clinics offer the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill and are the only outpatient clinic in Elizabeth and Jersey City to provide computerized, clinical diagnostic testing in addition to treatment as a part of our vestibular physical therapy rehabilitation program for dizziness and vertigo.

Our ultimate goal is that when your time with us is completed, you will have long-lasting pain relief AND the knowledge and tools needed to prevent future symptom recurrences. At Complete Physical Rehabilitation, our staff is fully prepared and committed to enhancing your quality of life.