Physical Therapy Clinic in Howell

201 Candlewood Commons,
Howell, NJ 07731

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Mon: 8am-5:30pm
Tues: 8am – 7pm
Wed: 7:30am – 7pm
Thurs: 7:30am-5:30pm
Fri: 7am – 12pm

Our Services

Physical Therapy

Neuro

Concussion

Cupping

Women’s Health Services

Sports Medicine

Spine Rehab

Pelvic Health

Balance/Gait Training

IASTM

Dry Needling

Lymphedema Therapy

Clinical Director

Michelle Dela Rosa

PT, DPT, PRPC | Physical Therapist

Michelle began practicing at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY in 2000, and gained experience in inpatient rehabilitation and outpatient orthopedic services. She developed the women’s health rehabilitation program, and expanded treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction to pregnancy and postpartum musculoskeletal conditions. Moreover, Michelle implemented a weekly prenatal exercise class for the community. She further extended the pelvic floor rehabilitation program to men, treating pelvic pain and post-prostatectomy issues. Additionally, Michelle has had the privilege of consulting at hospital urogynecology, urodynamics, and orthopedic clinics. She continued to practice orthopedics in 2008 at University Medical Center at Princeton in Princeton, NJ. Here, she helped to establish the first hospital-based pelvic floor rehabilitation program in Mercer County, NJ.

Michelle graduated with a Masters in Physical Therapy from Boston University in 2000. While at BU, she competed on the collegiate level as a member of the university’s track and field team. In 2005, she obtained her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the State University of New York at Stony Brook.

As a native of West Windsor, NJ, Michelle opened Connect PT in Hamilton in 2009, which has grown to become a leader of pelvic physical therapy in the area. She opened a second location in Howell, NJ in 2015. Michelle lectures on women’s and men’s health issues at many community events throughout New Jersey. She also enjoys being a teaching assistant for the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute and earned the Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification (PRPC), which identifies her as a specialist in the women’s and men’s pelvic health fields. Michelle is an active member of the NJ Chapter of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA).

Clinical Team

Rosalind Cox – Larrieux

PT, MPT, PRPC I Physical Therapist

Rosalind received her Bachelor of Science degree in Health/Physical Education from Temple University and her Master of Science degree in Physical Therapy from the George Washington University. She has over 15 years of outpatient orthopedic physical therapy experience with a concentration in women's and pelvic rehabilitation since 2017.

Rosalind is passionate about women's health and developed a concentration in pelvic rehabilitation after having two children of her own. Her personal labor and delivery experiences gave her insight on the physical needs and changes that come during and after pregnancy, and how physical therapy intervention can help improve the process. Rosalind treats all genders and varieties of pelvic floor conditions and enjoys teaching as well.

Rosalind is a Certified Pelvic Rehabilitation Practitioner by Herman and Wallace Institute since 2017. She loves community service and outreach initiatives and enjoys educating others on the benefits of pelvic rehab interventions.

Fun fact: Rosalind loves to listen to live music and believes that singing is a powerful talent. In her mind, she is a singer, but in reality, she knows it's best to stick to being a physical therapist.

Shraddha Wagh

PT, DPT | Physical Therapist

Shraddha received her Bachelor of Arts degree in Biological Sciences and Psychology from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and went on to receive her Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) from the Rutgers School of Health Professions in 2021. Shraddha has experience treating patients in a wide variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient rehabilitation, sports, pelvic health, and trauma/ICU.

Shraddha first discovered her passion for pelvic health while working in an orthopedic women’s health clinic and conducting research on women’s health. She realized how prevalent pelvic health dysfunction is in both men and women of all ages, and how often individuals fail to seek care due to embarrassment or lack of knowledge on how physical therapy can help with pelvic floor issues.

Shraddha has completed coursework in pelvic floor through the Herman and Wallace Pelvic Rehabilitation Institute and also practices as a LSVT BIG certified clinician. Shraddha strives to combine a variety of treatment approaches in order to individualize treatment to each patient and help them achieve their goals.

Amanda Poulakowski

PT, DPT | Pelvic Health Therapist

Amanda graduated with a degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland and went on to receive her Doctorate in Physical Therapy from the Rutgers School of Health Professions. Amanda has experience working with a range of patients including orthopedics, pediatrics, and pelvic health. She has also helped out in a pro bono clinic through Rutgers University providing services to underserved populations.

Amanda’s passion for the treatment of patients with pelvic floor dysfunction began during one of her clinical rotations during graduate school. She believes that pelvic floor issues should be openly discussed and strives to provide treatment sessions that allow patients to feel comfortable and not embarrassed. Amanda hopes to continue to advocate for the importance of pelvic floor physical therapy and the positive impact it can have on all individuals.

JAG Physical Therapy

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Hindy Engel

15:14 29 Feb 24

Shraddha is amazing and so understanding and caring! Highly recommend Jag One PT!

leticia tantengco

23:40 22 Feb 24

It's truly an amazing experience working out with Doc Shraddha Wagh. She's doing a great job and she has to be commended. I like the way she treats her patients. She' s very patient & knowledgable in her work. She's truly an asset to Jag - One Physical Therapy & will surely recommend her to others. She's an amazing lady!

Maddie Rizzo

14:35 15 Jun 23

I am beyond thrilled with my service here at JAG-ONE. I have only worked with Shraddha and Donna and they are both amazing. They are not only incredibly skilled and knowledgeable in their craft but also possess a genuine passion for helping people heal. They took the time to thoroughly evaluate my condition, tailoring each session to address my specific needs. They have both always made me feel comfortable and confident that I was in good hands. I have to also mention that Desiree at reception is so helpful and kind and completes the JAG-ONE team. They have all made my experience here nothing short of exceptional and I could not be more grateful.

C R

15:14 15 Apr 22

I would definitely recommend Connect Physical Therapy. The therapists are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Their expertise has helped me with my issues. I'm so thankful for Connect PT!

Miriam

15:06 23 Feb 22

Mark Friedman

21:36 27 Jan 22

Very pleased with the level of professionalism and knowledgeablestaff. Very respectful and discreet about some "sensitive" issues. Highly recommended.

Kristine Monahan

13:22 23 Jan 22

The therapists at Connect are miracle workers ! Before meeting them, I had been coping with an overactive bladder for YEARS. The frequent "need" to pee had me dreading long car trips and dragging myself out of bed four or five times every single night. The simple breathing exercises they taught me changed all that! Now, I can go hours without searching for a bathroom and sleep soundly through the night. Thanks to these wonderful women, my bladder is no longer the boss of me!

George Nicholas

01:28 22 Sep 21

I have been rehabbing after significant shoulder surgery. The level of care from physical therapists Cynthia and Donna has been exceptional and I've regained 95% of my range of motion in a relatively short period of time. Christina at the front desk is also very kind and incredibly helpful in regard to scheduling. I would definitely recommend the Team at Connect PT in Howell.

TheBlackStrayKat

02:23 02 Jun 21

I can’t recommend this place enough! I wasn’t sure what to expect when I was told I needed physical therapy. I’m so glad I found Connect Physical Therapy!My physical therapist is Cynthia Chernyavsky, and she’s amazing. She’s really helped my pain and gives you exercises and stretches to work with at home and really makes sure that you understand them and check in with you to make sure you’re not doing more harm then good. I have a lot of confidence in her ability to help.Also she is a very kind and caring person. I have a very hard to pronounce name and she took the time to learn to pronounce it correctly, just as an example of the little things she does that shows she cares. She’s also very good at being considerate of your time and any issues you maybe having. For instance I have ADHD, which gives me issues with memory. She printed out informative guides for me for the exercises so that I can refresh myself at home as often as I need to. It was so refreshing to have a doctor that was interested in treating the person instead of just the single problem they came in for.She is always communicating with you, and if one thing is not getting the desired results, she’s got something else to try! She strikes me as very knowledgeable in her field and I have confidence that working with her will really help with the problems I’ve been having. I’ve already seen improvements working with her and I’m so grateful. I feel like I had more or less consigned myself to always being in some level of pain for the rest of my life, but now I have hope for a better future.Thank you so much.Also, I should add that the office staff is good, on top of things and gets back to you promptly.The office itself is clean and very nice, as are the rooms. They have a lot of different equipment on hand there to help with the various helpful exercises, and I always spot them cleaning them-usually both before they hand it to me and again after, so I alway have faith that what I’m using is clean.Appointment wise, it’s pretty easy to get something that works with my schedule, and they are prompt with seeing you, I don’t think I’ve ever waited more then a few minutes.I’ve also worked with another physical therapist there named Donna, and I would recommend her as well! :)You can’t go wrong going here.

AB B

17:10 11 May 21

Over a year ago I was rear ended by a semi-truck. Not only I was in constant pain, but also had post surgery problems. One of them was bladder problem. I went to a urogynecology specialist and I was told, that I can address my problem with pharmaceuticals, botox injections or implant, that would stimulate sacral nerve. I’ve asked if there is an alternative option, other than meds or invasive procedures. I was told I can try therapy, but it won’t help much. The doctor, that saw me, didn’t really treat my symptoms seriously, because she claimed, I have strong muscles, so I shouldn’t have problems, I state I have. I was very frustrated with the result of the visit, but I’ve decided to look for a therapist anyways. After long research I found Connect Physical Therapy. My first visit was with Cynthia Chernyavsky. I told Cynthia about my symptoms, accident, what problems I would like to address and she proceeded with examination. It is a very personal examination and it is not easy, but Cynthia was very respectful and gentle. Turns out I was completely misdiagnosed by a urogynecology doctor. My muscles weren’t super strong, they were constricted all the time, due to post-accident spinal cord injury. Cynthia taught me several breathing techniques and exercises I can do at home and for the first time in a year I see an improvement when it comes to my bladder. Not only that, my heart rate dropped from constant 125-135 beats per minute, to 65bpm. I am more relaxed and calm. After accident I saw numerous therapists and doctors, but I always felt like they were disregarding my symptoms and not listening to me. Cynthia is the first person who actually listens to me, takes my symptoms into consideration, respects me as a patient. She is only specialist, that I am actually happy to see, because I know, that with every visit I am getting better. I am not just sitting there, stressing and anticipating pain - which actually adds to the problems - I am happy to be there, because Cynthia’s treatments help tremendously. I would like to recommend Cynthia to everyone. If you have bladder, pelvic floor problem, etc, please do not hesitate, call Connect PT and schedule visit with Cynthia. You will get better, I guarantee it.

SharqiDance

22:29 22 Apr 21

The team at Connect PT is outstanding. They care about you as an individual and follow your progress very closely. The exercises they recommend have been extremely effective in helping me rehabilitate my foot after an injury. I am recommending them to all my local clients and friends who need physical therapy.