Dr. Dana Norflett

Dr. Dana Norflett attended Rutgers University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and Applied Kinesiology, as well as her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree. She is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedic Physical Therapy (OCS) through the American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties. This advanced credential recognizes her clinical competence and expertise in orthopedic physical therapy.

Dr. Dana has extensive experience treating a wide range of orthopedic conditions. She utilizes Mulligan Concept manual therapy techniques and procedures to help restore pain-free range of motion and function of the extremities. In addition, she is trained in the McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy, which she uses to help reduce pain and restore function for patients with spinal conditions.

Dr. Dana is passionate about getting to know her patients and providing individualized care that addresses their goals, improves their function, and empowers them with the knowledge and understanding needed to manage their condition now and going forward.

CONDITIONS TREATED

• Pre-post operative injuries
• Low back pain (disc dysfunction, joint dysfunction, muscle spasm, spinal instability)
• Neck pain (disc dysfunction, joint dysfunction, muscle spasm, spinal instability)
• Shoulder pain (osteoarthritis, pre/post-operative rotator cuff and labrum tears, total shoulder replacement, impingement syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome)
• Hip pain (osteoarthritis, FAI, gluteal tendinopathy, total hip replacement)
• Knee pain (post-operative reconstruction, meniscus tear, patellar tendonitis, osteoarthritis, total knee replacement )
• Foot & ankle pain (Achilles tendinopathy, medial tibial stress syndrome, plantar fasciitis, sprains/strains)
• Injury prevention and general wellness

TREATMENTS UTILIZED

• Movement-based interventions
• Strengthening and conditioning
• Manual therapy procedures
• Soft tissue mobilization and stretching
• Functional Exercise prescription
• Balance training
• Gait analysis and training

EDUCATION

• Bachelors of Science Degree in Exercise Science & Applied Kinesiology
• Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Rutgers University

DOCTORAL EDUCATION

• Anatomy
• Kinesiology and Biomechanics
• Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy
• Neurological Physical Therapy
• Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
• Complementary Therapies
• Differential Diagnosis
• Exercise Science
• Foundations in Physical Therapy
• Geriatric Physical Therapy
• Pediatric Physical Therapy
• Patient & Client Management
• Prosthetics & Orthotics
• Psychosocial Physical Therapy
• Research & Scientific Inquiry

POST-GRADUATE EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopedic Physical Therapy (OCS) — American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties
• Mulligan Concept - Lower Quadrant
• McKenzie Method of Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy - Part A Lumbar Spine
• LSVT BIG