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About Thrive Spine & Sports Rehab

Premier Sports Injury & Musculoskeletal Healthcare Facility

Thrive Spine and Sports Rehab - Premier Sports Injury & Musculoskeletal Healthcare Facility
About Thrive spine and sports rehab

About us

Thrive Spine & Sports Rehab is a premier sports injury and musculoskeletal healthcare facility conveniently located in Belmar and Freehold, NJ. Thrive specialize in the treatment of sports injuries, musculoskeletal pain, and post-operative rehabilitation.

We offer a variety of services including chiropractic care, physical therapy and acupuncture. And if that isn't enough, you'll want to check out or Recovery Lounge - a state of the art facility with cold plunges, infrared sauna, Normatec compression therapy, and massage chairs.

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Who we are

Meet the THRIVE Team

AJ ADAMCZYK

Licensed Acupuncturist / Owner

AJ was introduced to acupuncture in high school after a sports injury he suffered while playing baseball. That experience influenced him greatly and ultimately led to him becoming an acupuncturist. Today he is considered a leader and pioneer within the field through the development of Electro-Acupuncture Medicine (EAM™).

He received his Bachelor’s of Science at The College of New Jersey in Health and Exercise Science in 2010. He later went on to receive his Masters degree from The Eastern School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine in Montclair, New Jersey in 2012.

As a competitive high school and collegiate athlete in baseball, AJ was always intrigued by sports performance and recovery. This interest led him to specializing in the treatment of musculoskeletal conditions including sports injuries through the use of neuro-functional acupuncture.

SHANNON MOLOUGHNEY

SHANNON MOLOUGHNEY

PT, DPT

Shannon graduated with her B.S. in Rehabilitation Sciences and later her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Northeastern University. She has gained experience at multiple clinic settings and has had the opportunity to treat a wide variety of diagnoses related to sports and musculoskeletal injuries, vestibular disorders, post-operative care, neurological disorders, and more.

Shannon had her first encounter with physical therapy after sustaining a soccer injury and has been in love with the profession ever since. The one-on-one attention and personalized care are just a couple of the characteristics that drew her in to this great field. She continues to grow her passion with an individualized approach to returning active people and athletes back to their livelihoods, addressing specific needs and goals in her plan of care. Shannon is a big NY Mets fan and in her free time enjoys doing outdoor activities with her family and her dog, Shea.

DR. VINNY ZAPPOLA

Chiropractor

Dr. Vinny was born in Staten Island, NY and grew up in Manalapan, NJ. He was very active with sports throughout his youth and into high school. Vin always gravitated towards fitness, sports and living a healthy lifestyle. He attended Stockton University where he received his Bachelor’s of Science degree in Biology in 2015. He decided to further his education and completed his Doctorate of Chiropractic at University of Bridgeport in Connecticut graduating in 2019.

Dr. Vinny’s approach to patient care involves addressing patients as a whole and implementing techniques to heal both their body and mind. He specializes in diversified adjustments, pin and stretch techniques, instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), Kinesiotaping and nutritional supplementation. He believes that giving patients the tools to help themselves is also very important in their rehabilitation.

Outside of the office you can find him spending time with family and friends, training in the gym, going to the beach and enjoying other outdoor activities.

Rachelle Ross, DPT

Rachelle Ross, DPT

Physical Therapist

Rachelle graduated from Monmouth University in 2018 with a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences, where she also played Division I Women’s Soccer. She then earned her Doctorate of Physical Therapy from Alvernia University in 2022. Rachelle is trained in mechanical diagnosis of the spine through the McKenzie Institute and specializes in treatments that focus on restoring and promoting pain-free movement, while educating and empowering patients throughout the process.

Rachelle's interest in physical therapy stemmed from a series of ankle injuries and surgeries during her high school and collegiate soccer careers. Through her recovery journey, she recognized the profound impact physical therapy has on individuals' lives, which inspired her to dedicate her career to helping others regain mobility and return to the activities they love.

Outside of her professional life, Rachelle enjoys playing soccer, snowboarding, hiking, and spending time with her family, friends, and her dog, Millie.

CLINT PRICE

Licensed Acupuncturist

Clint was first introduced to acupuncture during his years as a competitive swimmer. Witnessing and experiencing acupuncture first hand opened his eyes to how effective and impactful it can be on sports performance and rehabilitation. His exposure to Eastern medicine at a young age sparked his interest in becoming an acupuncturist.

He received his Bachelor’s of Science Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Maryland in 2013. He later went on to receive his Masters degree from The Eastern School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, NJ in 2016. He is a certified practitioner in Electro-Acupuncture Medicine (EAM).

With his strong background in both Eastern and Western Medicine, Clint finds that fusing the strengths of both enhances his style of treatment.

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Liz Dziuba

Occupational Therapist

Liz was born in Plainfield, NJ however raised in Freehold, NJ since the age of four. She was a varsity athlete in swimming for Freehold Township High school, in addition to playing club lacrosse.

After high school, Liz received her bachelors in Psychology from Kean University then went on to receive her Masters in Occupational Therapy at Delaware State University.

Liz utilizes a holistic approach with all patients in order to help them improve their ability to return to their meaningful occupations. She assists patients in achieving their therapy goals while providing quality one on one patient care for their specific injury.

Outside of work, Liz enjoys walking the boardwalk, spending time with family and friends and watching sports including football and baseball.

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