Scerbo Blog

Dr. Kyle McDonough, PT, DPT /// The International Association for the Study of Pain has defined pain as “an unpleasant sensory and emotional experience associated with actual or potential tissue damage, or described in terms of such damage.” Whether actual tissue damage or perceived threat of injury has occurred, people...Read More

Dr. Frankie Goris, PT, DPT /// After a long, cold winter and fickle spring weather, the warm summer sun beckons us to get out and enjoy the outdoors. But as you’re enjoying your outdoor activities this summer, don’t forget to be mindful of your body to keep it performing at...Read More

Dr. Frank J. Scerbo, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS /// December brings the joy of holiday celebrations set in a magical winter wonderland – but the cold weather also brings with it certain hazards. At Scerbo Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation, we want our patients to enjoy everything this season has...Read More

By Dr. Frank J. Scerbo, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS /// National Stress Awareness Day is a sponsored event by the International Stress Management Association (ISMA), which is a registered charity promoting knowledge about stress, best practices for stress management, well-being, and performance that are recognized nationally and internationally as well....Read More

By Dr. Frank J. Scerbo, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS/// It’s November when cool temps and gorgeous Fall colors make it a great time to walk, run, or hike outdoors. You’ll want to bear a few things in mind, though, to help you maintain a healthy level of exercise while avoiding...Read More

 By Dr. Frank J. Scerbo, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS/// Breast Cancer Awareness Since Physical Therapy Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month both occur in October, we want to highlight the important role of physical therapy in helping breast cancer patients manage pain and fatigue and re-build strength, before, during, and after...Read More

By Dr. Frank J. Scerbo, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS October is a time of brilliant fall days, Halloween, and – National Physical Therapy Month! Every October at Scerbo Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation, we invite our patients to help us celebrate by reflecting on, and spreading the word about the proven...Read More

How Physical Therapy Can Help with Chronic Pain By Dr. Michael E. Pomykala, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS // September is “Pain Awareness Month,” so I’m taking this opportunity to acknowledge the impact that chronic pain can have on every aspect of a person’s life. According to Hopkinsmedicine.org, nearly 100 million...Read More

By Dr. Michael E. Pomykala, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS// Since 1993, August has been set aside on our national calendar to honor a game that dates back to 15th century Scotland. As an avid golfer, I join my fellow enthusiasts this month in celebrating this invigorating and challenging sport. As...Read More

By Dr. Michael E. Pomykala, PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS // Patients can often avoid orthopedic surgery by first trying physical therapy, but sometimes surgery is necessary. Physical therapy helps people both prepare for and recover after surgery. Today I’d like to focus on how post-operative physical therapy promotes optimal healing...Read More

By Michael E. Pomykala PT, DPT, OCS, CSCS What is DDD? Your spine is made up of 33 vertebrae that are stacked on top of one another. Between each of these vertebrae is a rubbery piece of cartilage called an “intervertebral disk.” When we’re younger, the disk is made mostly of...Read More

Common Misunderstandings about Physical Therapy By Dr. Frank J. Scerbo, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS. // I’ve noticed over the years that, until they contact us, many patients have misconceptions about some aspects of physical therapy. Since these common misunderstandings might lead people to rule out even considering physical therapy based...Read More

By Dr. Frank J. Scerbo, PT, DPT, MS, CSCS // This year on February 2nd the groundhog Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow – said to be a sign that we’re in for six more weeks of winter! The first weeks of this month in New Jersey have certainly borne out...Read More

I neglect my talents Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean. A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies it...Read More

I neglect my talents Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live in Bookmarksgrove right at the coast of the Semantics, a large language ocean. A small river named Duden flows by their place and supplies...Read More