Physical Therapy on Valley Street in South Orange
Holsman's South Orange clinic is at 349 Valley St., about half a mile from the South Orange NJ Transit station on the Morris & Essex Lines and the village center around it. It is close to home for patients from Maplewood, West Orange, Orange, Newark and Irvington, and our Maplewood clinic on Springfield Avenue is a short drive away if its schedule suits you better.
South Orange shares its clinical leadership with Maplewood. Clinic supervisor Dr. Mandakini Desai, PT, DPT, NCS, is a board-certified neurologic clinical specialist, and occupational therapist Joann Marquez, OT, CHT, is a Certified Hand Therapist. That combination is valuable for patients recovering from a stroke, managing Parkinson's disease, or rebuilding hand and arm function.
The team also treats back and neck pain, sports and work injuries, arthritis and recovery after surgery, and offers physical, occupational and speech therapy, Holsman's HolStep® and No Fall Protocol® balance programs, shockwave therapy, KinesIQ balance training and functional capacity evaluations. Holsman has been treating Essex County patients since 2004.
Serving Essex County & Surrounding Areas
Our South Orange clinic serves patients from South Orange, Maplewood, West Orange, Orange, Newark, and Irvington. We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, United Healthcare, and more.
Services at Our South Orange Location
Our South Orange clinic offers the full spectrum of Holsman therapy services:
- Physical Therapy — restoring mobility, strength, and function
- Occupational Therapy — improving independence in daily activities
- Speech Therapy — treating communication and swallowing disorders
- Sports Physical Therapy — getting athletes back to peak performance
- Pediatric Therapy — pediatric PT, OT & speech at our Holsman Children’s Therapy Center in Fair Lawn
- Fall Prevention (HolStep® & No Fall Protocol®) — Holsman’s balance and falls prevention program, offered at every clinic
- Shockwave Therapy — non-invasive acoustic-wave treatment for stubborn tendon and soft-tissue pain
- Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE) — standardized testing of your physical ability to perform work tasks, used for return-to-work and workers’ compensation decisions
- KinesIQ interactive balance & coordination training (immersive real-world simulations) — available at every Holsman clinic
Why Holsman South Orange?
Our South Orange clinic is part of Holsman Physical Therapy's network of 17 locations across New Jersey and New York City. Patients choose us for our experienced team, personalized treatment plans, and commitment to exceptional outcomes.
Questions About Our South Orange Clinic
What insurance does the South Orange clinic accept?
Most patients at our South Orange clinic are covered. We accept Medicare Part B, private PPO plans such as Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield and United Healthcare, workers' comp (including FECA for federal employees), auto/MVA no-fault claims and VA Community Care. We verify your insurance free of charge; call 973-327-7868.
Do I need a referral for physical therapy in South Orange?
New Jersey allows direct access, so you can be evaluated and treated by a physical therapist without seeing a doctor first. Some insurance plans, however, require a referral or prescription before they will cover therapy. We look up your plan's rules for free. If you have Medicare, no referral is needed to start, but your doctor must sign off on your plan of care, which we arrange.
What happens at my first visit?
Your therapist will talk through your history and goals, then assess strength, range of motion, balance and how you move. You will leave with a plan, and most patients begin treatment that day. Bring ID, your insurance card and any referral or prescription.
What are the South Orange clinic's hours?
Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 6 PM. Closed weekends. Call 973-327-7868 to confirm the best appointment times.
Can I get to the South Orange clinic by train?
Yes. South Orange station on NJ Transit's Morris & Essex Lines is about half a mile from 349 Valley St. If you are driving, call us and we will tell you where to park.
