Occupational Therapy
in Marlboro, NJ

Our practice in Marlboro provides customized occupational therapy to help patients of all ages overcome challenges and regain independence. We offer tailored activities and tools to address physical, cognitive, or emotional limitations that impact participation in daily life. Whether recovering from injury or managing a chronic condition, patients can boost their confidence, enhance their skills, and adapt their environment for improved safety and accessibility. By taking a collaborative approach focused on education and training, we will achieve significant progress in all spheres of life.
Occupational Therapy in Marlboro, NJ
Our practice in Marlboro provides customized occupational therapy to help patients of all ages overcome challenges and regain independence. We offer tailored activities and tools to address physical, cognitive, or emotional limitations that impact participation in daily life. Whether recovering from injury or managing a chronic condition, patients can boost their confidence, enhance their skills, and adapt their environment for improved safety and accessibility. By taking a collaborative approach focused on education and training, we will achieve significant progress in all spheres of life.

What Is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapy (OT) is a type of healthcare that focuses on helping individuals perform daily tasks and become independent in their personal, professional, and social lives. It involves customized activities to address physical, cognitive, or emotional challenges that may hinder participation in everyday routines. A typical OT session lasts 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the individual’s needs and goals. Our therapists can support patients with adaptive tools, skill-building exercises, and task-specific training. OT empowers people of all ages, enhancing their ability to navigate life’s demands.
Occupational therapy might also be necessary after an extensive surgery, such as joint replacement. Our skilled specialists use various techniques to restore normal functioning and make patients more independent. We often combine OT with physical therapy to achieve better results.

Conditions We Treat

The main goal of occupational therapy is to help patients restore their independence after an injury, illness, or developmental delay. Advanced Wellness can address a wide range of conditions that contribute to limited mobility, including:

Solutions We Offer

Activity Modification

Adapting tasks or environments to accommodate an individual’s physical, cognitive, or emotional abilities.

Techniques to improve stability and walking patterns, often used to prevent falls or enhance mobility.

A non-invasive treatment that uses low-level light to reduce pain and promote tissue healing.

Teaching individuals to use tools, techniques, and body mechanics that minimize strain and prevent injury during daily tasks.

Guiding family members to support their loved one’s therapy goals and adapt the home for better functionality.

Evaluating an individual’s risk of falling through physical, cognitive, and environmental factors to develop preventative strategies.

Integrating therapeutic activities into daily routines to improve function and promote independence.

Training the brain to process sensory input effectively after injury or impairment.

A hands-on technique to relieve tension, improve circulation, and restore movement in muscles and connective tissues.

Creating custom orthotic devices to support, protect, or enhance the function of affected limbs.

Movements designed to improve flexibility and range of motion, tailored to individual needs.

A therapeutic modality using sound waves to promote tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and alleviate pain.

Using immersive technology to simulate real-life tasks like feeding, walking, or communicating.

Who Needs Occupational Therapy?

Children
Children
Children may need occupational therapy to address developmental delays, sensory processing challenges, or motor skill deficits that impact daily activities like dressing, writing, or playing. OT also supports kids with autism spectrum disorder, cerebral palsy, or learning disabilities by helping them build social skills for school and home life. Our advanced treatments can enhance child development and help young patients learn productively and feel more confident.
Teens
Teens
Teens may benefit from occupational therapy if they face challenges related to injuries, mental health conditions, or developmental disorders. OT can help adolescents navigate school tasks, social interactions, and self-care routines, empowering them to develop independence and handle their responsibilities effectively.
Young and Middle-Aged Adults
Young and
Middle-Aged Adults
Adults may seek occupational therapy to recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, or adapt to physical or cognitive changes caused by certain illnesses, such as stroke or arthritis. OT focuses on helping such patients regain the ability to perform daily tasks, return to work, and maintain an active, independent lifestyle.
Older Adults
Older Adults
Older people often require occupational therapy to address age-related conditions, such as arthritis, dementia, or recovery from surgeries. OT helps them maintain independence by improving their ability to perform daily activities and preventing falls. Older patients adapt to their physical or cognitive limitations and move forward with confidence and comfort.

Balance and Gait Training

Dynamic balance is a fundamental component of daily activities. It allows us to reach for items in our cabinets, step in and out of the bathtub, and fold laundry while standing. As we get older, it is common to experience an increased feeling of unsteadiness or dizziness, but it should be noted that falling is not a normal part of aging. Factors contributing to balance include:

Up to 85% of older adults who have experienced a fall fear repeating it and are twice to three times more likely to have an additional fall within the same year. We can help by assessing your movements and providing therapeutic exercises and activities. Our team will reverse abnormal gait and reduce your dependency on external supports. Practicing movement patterns of reaching, stepping over items, and climbing stairs will help to retrain the brain and vestibular/balance system while increasing core strength. Our virtual reality system improves the ability to walk in all directions, reduces fear while moving around a cleared open space, and enhances visual motor coordination and dynamic balance.

Benefits of
Occupational Therapy

Occupational therapy is a highly individualized treatment that helps people of all ages overcome challenges and enhance their quality of life. Its benefits span physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being, offering practical solutions to improve daily living. Here are the main advantages of occupational therapy:

Increases independence in everyday tasks

Enhances fine and gross motor skills

Reduces pain and discomfort in affected areas

Boosts confidence in completing activities

Supports recovery after injuries or surgeries

Adapts environments for improved safety and accessibility

Prevents future injuries through education and training

Promotes cognitive and sensory skill development

Increases participation in work, school, or leisure activities

Provides customized tools and strategies for success

Initial Consultation

When a person comes in with an injury, the first step is to make a proper diagnosis. Our doctor reviews the patient’s medical history to understand the source of hand and wrist pain. We also ask questions to learn more about the onset and specific nature of the current injury.
The doctor examines the affected area, analyzing the range of motion, pain levels, and functionality. Additional tests, such as X-rays or MRI scans, may be ordered to assess damage to bones, tendons, or ligaments. With a complete understanding of the injury through consultation and testing, we can develop a customized treatment plan.
The Right Therapist Can Make All the Difference

Choosing the right therapist can make all the difference in how the body recovers from an injury. Our unique approach, which uses a collaboration of providers, the latest techniques, and one-on-one care, will give you the best chance of fast and permanent healing. Our #1 goal is to make each patient pain-free and help them to return to normal life. At Advanced Wellness, you will work with the same therapist on EVERY visit to ensure you recover as quickly as possible. Your doctor will provide hands-on care and guide you through each treatment to get the best possible result!

Gary Yen, MD

MCMSc, PA-C, AT

Dr. Gary L. Yen is Board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and has a sub-specialty in Pain Medicine. Dr. Yen grew up in Long Island, NY and received his medical degree from Ross University. He completed his internship in Internal Medicine at Lutheran Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY and performed his residency in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Stony Brook University, where he was chief resident.

Dr. Yen completed a pain management fellowship at RehabNY in Buffalo, NY, during which he served as the assistant athletic trainer to the Buffalo Bison, the Minor League AAA baseball team for the Cleveland Indians, as well as the Niagara University men’s and women’s collegiate hockey team.

The former chairman of the Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Division of the Pain Management Department at CentraState Medical Center, Dr. Yen specializes in the non-operative treatment of a variety of joint, muscular, nerve, skeletal, spine and sports related injuries. He treats acute and chronic pain syndromes and performs electrodiagnostic studies. Dr. Yen also performs variety of interventional pain procedures and minimally invasive spine surgery for the relief of pain. He utilizes conservative treatments such as physical therapy, chiropractic care and acupuncture in conjunction with other procedures to enhance long term benefits. Dr. Yen believes in working with patients to create individual treatment plans.

When not attending to his patients, Dr. Yen likes to play golf, cook, and has a passion for playing the saxophone and piano. He is the proud father of two boys.