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Dr. Thomas Dipaolo, DPT

Physical Therapist

Dr. Thomas DiPaolo, DPT, owner of FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Center in Colonia, NJ is the top balance specialist. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to his specialty, Dr. Thomas DiPaolo, DPT is an expert in changing the lives of his patients for the better. Through his designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Thomas DiPaolo, DPT is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in his field, Dr. Thomas DiPaolo, DPT is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. He embodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. Dr. Thomas DiPaolo, DPT is a true asset to his field and dedicated to the profession of Physical Therapy.
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Dr. Thomas Dipaolo, DPT
Specializes in:
  • Physical Therapy
  • Fanwood, NJ
  • Accepting new patients

Should my child be going to a physical therapist?

Absolutely!! Find a pediatric physical therapist.

Can a change of mattress cause back pain?

Absolutely!!

Can Physiotherapy help a lung patient to recover from a chronic illness?

Absolutely!!

I slept incorrectly and my right hand is in a lot of pain. What should I do?

See a physical therapist

Exercise for frozen shoulders?

Absolutely!! See a physical therapist. They know how to stretch the joint capsule which is something you can't quite do on your own.

I am suffering from hip pain during pregnancy. Will it last forever?

Seeing a physical therapist is your best option. Due to hormonal changes and increases in laxity, it may last for a short while after you give birth. A PT is best suited to give READ MORE
Seeing a physical therapist is your best option. Due to hormonal changes and increases in laxity, it may last for a short while after you give birth. A PT is best suited to give you what you need in order to address this properly.

Can physiotherapy help me with my frozen shoulder?

Absolutely!!

What is scoliosis?

Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves and bends in the wrong direction. For some patients, bracing and/or surgery is appropriate. But if your case is mild, typically READ MORE
Scoliosis is a condition where the spine curves and bends in the wrong direction. For some patients, bracing and/or surgery is appropriate. But if your case is mild, typically seeing a physical therapist will help you manage your pain.

I have sprained my ankle while running and its now swollen. What should I do?

See a physical therapist. If it is pretty severe, they will refer you to the proper medical doctor. Likely you will undergo treatment designed to relieve pain and swelling, and READ MORE
See a physical therapist. If it is pretty severe, they will refer you to the proper medical doctor. Likely you will undergo treatment designed to relieve pain and swelling, and improve joint mobility and strength. After 2 weeks of PT, you'll know if it's working or not.

Can physiotherapy help my husband recover from a one-sided paralysis?

Absolutely!! Stop wasting time online and get him the therapy he needs. His window of recovery gets smaller every day.

After a slip disc when can my mom start physiotherapy?

Yesterday.

I wake up with sore feet every morning. How can I treat it?

Yes. You may be developing plantar fascitis, you might just have tight calf muscles or your pain could be coming from you low back. See a PT can help determine the right course READ MORE
Yes. You may be developing plantar fascitis, you might just have tight calf muscles or your pain could be coming from you low back. See a PT can help determine the right course of action. Meanwhile, do a calf stretch as soon as you get up to see if that helps.

My daughter suffered facial paralysis during her delivery. Will physical therapy help in better healing?

Generally speaking, you'd want to exercise the flaccid facial muscles by practicing the many, many facial expressions that are possible. She may also benefit from point stimulation READ MORE
Generally speaking, you'd want to exercise the flaccid facial muscles by practicing the many, many facial expressions that are possible. She may also benefit from point stimulation on the face, which is something she can only receive by seeing a physical therapist.

What is the best treatment for my finger pain?

If applicable, quit smoking. You can also try magnet therapy...wearing gloves with magnets built in. But that's hit or miss. You could also benefit from physical therapy. Modalities READ MORE
If applicable, quit smoking. You can also try magnet therapy...wearing gloves with magnets built in. But that's hit or miss. You could also benefit from physical therapy. Modalities and an exercise routine for your wrists and hands could increase general blow flow to the area, decreasing pain.

Why does my back hurt more during physical therapy sessions?

Some low levels of pain when recovering from an injury is to be expected. Assuming you aren't complaining of pain with just about every exercise, I wouldn't think there is anything READ MORE
Some low levels of pain when recovering from an injury is to be expected. Assuming you aren't complaining of pain with just about every exercise, I wouldn't think there is anything wrong. If every type of movement hurts, you should see a doctor. They will determine if you need an X-ray or MRI. Hopefully, you have developed a good relationship with your physical therapist where you can always communicate your level of pain and it is taken seriously. They should be able to craft an efficient program that minimizes your pain. If not, you both may not be on the same page and you may want to consider working with a different therapist.

My son is training in skating. Does he require physical therapy?

Typically when performing sport specific training, muscle imbalances may develop due to repetitively training the same muscle groups in the same way. So seeing a physical therapist READ MORE
Typically when performing sport specific training, muscle imbalances may develop due to repetitively training the same muscle groups in the same way. So seeing a physical therapist is a good idea in order to counteract muscle imbalances and avoid overuse type injuries.

Is strength training better for weight loss?

It is best to perform both, as well as eating healthy, with portion control.

What is Kinesio tape?

KT is typically best used as an adjunct to strength training and is a form of taping that alleviates pain temporarily. Read this for more info http://www.apta.org/PTinMotion/News/2015/2/20/TapingSystematicReview/ READ MORE
KT is typically best used as an adjunct to strength training and is a form of taping that alleviates pain temporarily. Read this for more info
http://www.apta.org/PTinMotion/News/2015/2/20/TapingSystematicReview/

Can yoga help me get over my body stiffness?

Absolutely!!

Humerus pain

You may be impinging your rotator cuff. Typically home exercises will not be enough. I suggest seeing a physical therapist. Your PT can apply proper manual techniques, modalities READ MORE
You may be impinging your rotator cuff. Typically home exercises will not be enough. I suggest seeing a physical therapist. Your PT can apply proper manual techniques, modalities for pain that speed healing and prescribe you proper exercises for issues I bet you don't even know that you have, which may be contributing to your pain.