Neurologic Physical Therapy in Bergen County, NJ

Restoring Strength, Balance & Functional Movement

Neurologic physical therapy at The Spine & Health Center of New Jersey. Serving Montvale, Closter, and Park Ridge, our therapists help patients improve mobility, strength, balance, and independence after neurological conditions or injury.

What Is Neurologic Physical Therapy?

Neurologic Physical Therapy is a specialized area of rehabilitation focused on helping individuals with disorders of the nervous system — including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. This therapy is designed to retrain movement, restore strength, improve coordination, and maximize independence at every stage of recovery.

Patients with neurological conditions often experience changes in balance, gait, flexibility, and muscle activation. Neurologic PT uses evidence-based techniques to stimulate neural pathways, encourage motor learning, and help the body form healthier movement patterns.

This highly individualized care is ideal for both newly diagnosed patients and those managing long-term neurological conditions.

How Neurologic Physical Therapy Works

Neurologic PT focuses on re-educating the body and brain through skilled exercises and retraining techniques. Treatment may include:

Task-specific training to improve daily movement patterns
Gait and balance retraining to reduce fall risk
Strengthening and endurance exercises
Neuromuscular re-education to improve communication between muscles and nerves
Functional mobility training (bed mobility, transfers, walking)
Postural control and core stability training
Fine motor and coordination exercises
Stretching and soft-tissue work to reduce tone and stiffness

This approach supports the brain’s natural ability to adapt — known as neuroplasticity — helping patients recover or improve function even months or years after diagnosis.

Conditions Neurologic PT Helps

Neurologic Physical Therapy is beneficial for patients diagnosed with:

Stroke (CVA) or TIA
Parkinson’s disease
Multiple sclerosis (MS)
ALS (as tolerated)
Post-concussion syndrome
Peripheral neuropathy
Spinal cord injury
Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Vestibular disorders
Cerebral palsy
Movement disorders
Gait abnormalities or balance deficits
Functional mobility limitations

What to Expect

Your first session includes a comprehensive neurologic evaluation of:

Strength and flexibility

Balance and fall risk

Coordination and motor control

Vision, vestibular responses, or sensory deficits

Gait mechanics

Functional mobility

Based on your goals and diagnosis, your therapist builds a personalized plan to help restore function, improve safety, and support independence.

Sessions may involve hands-on assistance, task repetition, gait training devices, and structured home programs for ongoing progress.

Benefits of Neurologic Physical Therapy

Improved Strength & Muscle Activation

Helps rebuild the connection between the nervous system and affected muscles.

Long-Term Support & Progress Tracking

Promotes continuous improvement for chronic or progressive conditions

Better Balance & Coordination

Reduces fall risk and supports safer, more confident movement.

Enhanced Gait & Mobility

Retrains walking patterns for smoother, more efficient movement.

Increased Independence in Daily Activities

Supports functional tasks like dressing, standing, and transitioning.

Reduced Spasticity & Muscle Tightness

Therapeutic stretching and neuromuscular work help manage tone.

Why Choose Neurologic Physical Therapy?

Neurologic PT provides targeted, compassionate support for individuals navigating life after neurological injury or diagnosis. It’s designed to enhance quality of life, promote independence, and help patients regain skills they may have lost or struggled with due to their condition.

Neurologic Physical Therapy is often integrated with:

Together, these services create a strong foundation for complete neurological care.

Schedule An Appointment!

Begin your recovery with Neurologic Physical Therapy at The Spine & Health Center of New Jersey. We offer convenient appointment times across all three Bergen County locations:

📍 Visit us at one of our Bergen County locations:

Closter: 31 Vervalen St, Closter, NJ 07624
Park Ridge: 146 Kinderkamack Rd, Park Ridge, NJ 07656
Montvale: 32 Philips Pkwy, Montvale, NJ 07645

FAQs About Neurologic Physical Therapy

How is neurologic physical therapy different from regular PT?

Neurologic PT focuses specifically on movement challenges caused by brain, spinal cord, or nerve conditions and uses techniques that promote neuroplasticity and functional motor recovery.

Can neurologic PT help even years after a diagnosis?

Yes. The nervous system can adapt at any stage. Patients often see improvement even long after initial injury or diagnosis.

How long does neurologic rehabilitation take?

Treatment length varies by condition, but many patients benefit from ongoing sessions to maintain or improve function.

Does neurologic PT help with balance problems?

Absolutely. Balance retraining is a core component of neurologic therapy and significantly reduces fall risk.

Will I receive a home exercise program?

Yes. A structured home program helps reinforce what you learn in therapy and accelerates progress.

External Resource

Learn more about neurologic rehabilitation from the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)

Service Areas

We proudly serve Closter, Montvale, Park Ridge, and all of Bergen County, NJ, including Hillsdale, Westwood, Woodcliff Lake, Dumont, Englewood, and Hackensack.

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