Healing Hands Physical Therapy, Piscataway, NJ

Healing Hands Physical Therapy, Piscataway, NJ HEALING HANDS PHYSICAL THERAPY ASSOC., PC
30+ Years of Compassionate Caring
NJ & CA Licensed Member of American Physical Therapy Association 2 Locations:
1.

Professional Center of Somerset
17 Clyde Road,Suite 102
Somerset, NJ 08873
2. New Market Crossings
216 Stelton Road, Unit E2
Piscataway, NJ 08854
(732) 752-8870

Raksha Patel is a skilled and experienced physical therapist, licensed by the State Board of New Jersey and California since 1987. She has over 30+ years of extensive and varied experience, specializing in sports medicine, orthopedic inju

ries, traumatic injuries, geriatric rehabilitation, gait and balance training, and neurological disorders. She has been providing outpatient physical therapy at Healing Hands Physical Therapy Associates, P.C. since 1992 at her two office locations in Somerset and Piscataway, New Jersey. Healing Hands Physical Therapy provides evaluation and rehabilitation of fibromyalgia, TMJ, headaches, arthritis, carpal tunnel, sciatica, sports injuries, neck & back pain, bursitis tendinitis, pre & post surgical orthopedic rehabilitation, motor vehicle accidents, musculoskeletal disorders, pregnancy related back pain, and foot drop. Our strengths include massage therapy and manual hands-on therapy. Manual hands-on therapy employed by Healing Hands skilled therapists consists of soft tissue mobilization, stretching, Myofascial release, PNF, tragering, craniosacral therapy, relaxation techniques, muscle energy, joint mobilization, and joint manipulation. Therapy will help to break apart restrictions in your connective tissue and joints, decrease pain, induce muscle relaxation, and restore freedom of movement. Day, evening, and Saturday appointments are available. Appointments are available within 24 hours. We have private treatment rooms with 1-on-1 personalized physical therapy sessions. We have a friendly and caring staff with compassionate hearts and creative minds. Healing touch, therapeutic skilled hands to relieve stress and pain. Medicare and all private insurances accepted including motor vehicle accidents and workman's compensation. How Healing Hands Physical Therapy Associates can help you . . . In both of our Somerset and Piscataway offices, you will find skilled, licensed professionals who share a common goal – to relieve pain and dysfunction… and have your life returned to normalcy as soon as possible. Also you will receive care from the same therapist throughout the course of treatment. Many of our therapies involve “hands on” techniques – gentle manipulations designed to break apart restrictions in your connective tissues and joints, induce muscle relaxation and restore your freedom of movement. We combine these manual techniques with other forms of treatment, including ultrasound, moist heat, electrical stimulation, and individually prescribed exercise programs. We provide therapies for a variety of conditions and situations - from injuries caused by fractures and sprains to chronic pain syndrome and tempromandibular joint (TMJ) problems. We work closely with physicians, dentists and podiatrists...

We work closely with physicians, dentists and podiatrists to determine the reasons for the pain, discomfort or dysfunction, and we keep in close contact with them during the treatment process by providing timely reports on the patients’ progress. We have a special interest in treating headaches, neck pain, back pain and joint replacements...

The most common complaints that people have when they come to our office involve headaches, neck and back pain, pinched nerve, gait and balance disorders. For example, 95% of all headaches are caused by tension, and one common cause of low back pain is from inefficient sitting and working postures and an imbalance of the abdominal and back muscles. Most important, we know the types of therapies which work best to alleviate your pain, and can prescribe ways to help you avoid pain and injury in the future. The fees for our services are covered by most major insurance carriers...
We will be happy to submit the bills and forms to your insurance company for direct payment. About our holistic approach to physical therapy...

Many clients have told us that our therapies did more than alleviate their pain. Our holistic approach to physical therapy will help you feel better – both physically and mentally. We educate you on how to avoid pain by being aware, for example, of the body’s need for relaxation and exercise. While our therapists are trained to help you alleviate specific pain, they are also skilled in teaching you to stay well by taking control of your life and health. What uniquely distinguishes us…
• 30 plus years of friendly, flexible, and functional goal oriented physical therapy services.
• Personal attention, pleasant and personalized quality 1-on-1 care.
• Customized and consistently compassionate caring manual hands on care for all aches and pain in the body causing inability to move and function in your daily life including balance and difficulty walking
• Our specialty is that we achieve full functional recovery in a short time frame for all shoulder surgery, hip and knee joint replacements. We restore balance and ability to walk in all geriatric patients over 65 with gait and neurological disorders. \

How to get started and what to expect…

Though a prescription is not required for a physical therapy evaluation, it may be needed to process a claim from an insurance company. If you or your loved ones need physical therapy, please go see your family doctor and ask for a prescription for physical therapy. Kindly give us a call at either (732) 873 – 0875 or (732) 752 – 8870 and we will take care of your pain and get you up and moving in no time. At your first visit, you will be evaluated for your complaints and diagnosis as ordered by your doctor. We will set up a treatment plan of care initially for 2 – 3 times a week for 4 weeks and monitor your progress. You will be re-evaluated at end of 30 days by the therapist or your doctor to see if you need continued treatment, any special tests, or any further special intervention. The majority of patients are treated for 1 – 2 months depending on the severity of their symptoms. Upon completion of physical therapy, you will be discharged on a home exercise program which needs to be done to prevent reoccurrence of symptoms and stay pain free and functionally independent.

07/23/2025
07/21/2025

You can be doing everything right; eating well, exercising, meditating, journaling, but if your minerals are depleted, your biochemistry won’t cooperate.

Mineral deficiencies are a silent epidemic that can sabotage your health, often without obvious signs. Even in developed countries, they’re more common than you think.

Why?
-Soil today is depleted of key nutrients like magnesium and zinc.
-Processed foods are stripped of minerals and sugar actually depletes them further.
-Stress, caffeine, alcohol, and medications (like antacids or diuretics) drain your mineral stores.

🧬 Minerals are essential for hormone balance, energy, sleep, immune function, and brain health. Magnesium regulates over 300 enzymes. Zinc supports immunity and healing. Iron delivers oxygen. Selenium protects your thyroid.

Symptoms like fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, hair thinning, and dizziness aren’t always psychological. They could be biochemical.

Work with a practitioner to optimize, not just normalize, your levels. Sometimes healing isn’t about mindset, it’s about minerals. Get the basics right, and the rest becomes a lot easier.

07/21/2025

You may not always see it, but you carry something rare—an energy that lingers gently in the hearts of those who cross your path. You walk through this world with quiet grace, offering comfort in your presence and healing in your words, often without even realizing it. The way you listen, the way you look someone in the eyes and truly see them—it’s a form of love this world doesn’t see enough of.

You don’t need a spotlight to make an impact. You shift things simply by being real, by caring deeply, by making space for others to feel safe and accepted. Your kindness isn’t loud, but it’s unforgettable. A conversation with you can feel like a soft place to land in the middle of a chaotic world. You remind people of their worth when they’ve forgotten. You bring light into rooms that didn’t know they were dark.

You may never know the full ripple of what you give—but know this: your love echoes in places you’ll never go, and your light reaches far beyond what the eye can see. You are a rare and necessary soul, woven into this world with purpose and quiet power. Thank you for showing up, again and again, as yourself. The universe is brighter because you're in it.

Mitra ➡ Tips That Change Your Life ❤☀

07/17/2025

Does maturity make us desire simple lives?

Maturity comes with life experience, and as we go through life, we realize the importance of simple things.

At the beginning of our lives, we tend to create many complications. Our ego damages our relationships, and our unwanted desires affect our health and take away our peace, leading us to complicate our lives with stress.

Learn from every event in life and consider how we can improve our lives. Once you gain realization from each experience, you will be able to forgive, let go, avoid arguments, and remain silent, because you will understand the value of a calm mind and a peaceful life.

Dr. Bhawna Gautam

07/04/2025

"Never regret having a good heart. Everything good comes back to you, multiplied."

A kind heart is never a mistake, even in a world that sometimes feels unkind. There may be moments when your goodness is overlooked, taken for granted, or even met with ungratefulness, but do not let that harden you.

The love, compassion, and sincerity you give are never wasted—they ripple outward in ways you may never see, touching lives beyond your knowing. And though not every kindness is immediately returned, the universe has a way of bringing goodness back to those who give it freely.

Stay soft, stay open, stay true to the warmth within you. In time, all the love you have poured into the world will find its way back to you, multiplied in ways more beautiful than you ever imagined.

Mitra ➡ Tips That Change Your Life ❤☀

07/04/2025

It's the daily practices that transform your health from the inside out.

👇 Tell us in the comments: What’s one good health habit you’re focusing on this week?

If you’ve felt the nudge to take better care of yourself (or help others do the same), this is your sign. 🌱

Our internationally accredited Nutrition Certification Course is open for enrollment, and it starts with healing your own body first.

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07/04/2025
06/30/2025

In life, the value of time often outweighs the value of money. While money can be earned and spent, time is irreplaceable. Every moment spent with loved ones, on personal growth, or in meaningful experiences adds more value to our lives than any amount of money could.

The true wealth lies not in the coins we collect, but in the moments we invest in creating memories and nurturing relationships. Time spent on what truly matters will always surpass any financial gain.

So next time you’re faced with the choice between chasing more money or spending time with what you love, remember: time spent is a priceless treasure. ⏳💚

06/30/2025

There is still so much love in this world—quiet, unassuming, yet endlessly generous. You may not always find it in people, not right away, but if you pause and soften your gaze, you’ll see it woven into everything.

The trees don’t ask if you’re worthy before they dance for you in the wind. The birds sing their morning songs as if the world is still full of promise—because it is. Even the smallest flower opens just for the chance to share its beauty with you. The butterfly doesn’t question your heaviness; it simply flutters by as a reminder that transformation is possible. And the dragonfly, shimmering in the light, says without words: You are part of this.

You belong. The earth doesn’t just carry you—it cherishes you. So when your heart feels tired and you’re tempted to believe that love has forgotten you, step outside.

Breathe. Listen. The world is still whispering: Don’t give up. You are loved more than you know.

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06/29/2025

In a world filled with noise, distraction, and constant motion, silence can feel unfamiliar — even uncomfortable.
But within that stillness lies something profound:
✨ Clarity.
✨ Creativity.
✨ Inner stability.

Silence is not emptiness.
It’s a return to your true self — the space between thoughts, where peace and presence live.

When we pause long enough to listen, we remember who we are.

💭 What’s one thing you’ve learned about yourself in moments of true silence?
I’d love to hear your reflections.

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