About Convergent Movement and Performance
Learn all about what you’ll experience in our individualized 1-on-1 Wellness, Physical Therapy, and Fitness services
Welcome!
“Hello, my name is Dr. Gene Ketselman, and I specialize in helping people with persistent and unresolved pain conquer their condition, and become healthy, active, and fit… all without the use of unnecessary medications, injections, or surgeries!”
You don’t have to face this journey alone. As your physical therapist and coach, I will stand by you every step of the way. I will be your partner, your guide, and your cheerleader. My ultimate goal is to help you achieve optimal health, fitness and performance.
I understand that the path to wellness can be tough, but I will never give up on you. I will work tirelessly to find answers, including between sessions, and I will always be just a phone call or text message away when you need me most. I am here to help you break free from the chains of persistent pain so that you can live the life you deserve. Let’s start your journey today!
I completely understand the challenges and difficulties that come with persistent pain. It can be incredibly overwhelming, and it can affect every aspect of your life. But I want you to know that you are not alone in this struggle. I have been in the same position, and I know the feelings of frustration and hopelessness that come with it.
I would be honored to work alongside you, and to help you find ways to alleviate your pain and improve your overall well-being. Together, we can come up with a plan that addresses your specific needs, and helps you reclaim your life. I am here for you, and I am ready to personally support you in every way that I can.
Please click here to read my personal journey in overcoming persistent pain, and how my path gave rise to the creation of Convergent Movement and Performance.
Education, Credentials, and Specializations
As a Doctor of Physical Therapy and Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT), Dr. Gene Ketselman is recognized by the American Physical Therapy Association as being among the most highly trained and specialized physical therapists within the profession.
In fact, Dr. Ketselman’s Fellowship status places him in the top 5% of the most highly trained and specialized Orthopedic and Manual physical therapists in the United States.
Furthermore, Dr. Ketselman converges specialized physical therapy with his advanced training in wellness, yoga, breathwork, mindfulness, meditation, fitness, and sport.
The approaches utilized within each Convergent Movement and Performance program are truly personalized and individualized, with a deep focus on progressing from pain and injury all the way to the highest levels of physical performance needed to reach your specific goals.
Wellness
- Certified Applied Prevention and Health Promotion Therapist (Cert-APHPT) by the Academy of Prevention and Health Promotion Therapies
- Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) through Yoga Alliance
Physical Therapy
- New Jersey Licensed Physical Therapist #40QA01566100 (PT)
- Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.) from Drexel University
- Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapists (FAAOMPT)
- [Post-Doctoral] Masters of Science in Orthopaedic Manual Physical Therapy (M.S.OMPT) from Daemen College
- Certified in Mechanical Diagnosis and Therapy (Cert. MDT) by the McKenzie Institute
Fitness/Sport
- Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science (B.S.) from Rutgers University
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)
- Certified Sports Performance Coach through USA Weightlifting (USAW)
- Certified Instructor through USA Gymnastics (USAG) University
- Certified Speed and Agility Coach (CSAC) through the National Sports Performance Association (NSPA)
- Certified in the Functional Movement Screen by the Functional Movement Systems (FMS)
Traditional PT Vs. Convergent MP
I’d love to take a moment to explain my specific practice and approach, as it’s often quite different than what you’ll likely experience in traditional clinics.
Often times, traditional physical therapy clinics ask you to come in 3 times per week, where you’d spend approximately 60 minutes in the clinic, but only maybe 15-20 minutes with your physical therapist. For the remainder of the time, you’re passed off to an aid or an assistant, or left on your own to do your exercises alone, as your therapist bounces from patient to patient.
Even worse, you’re often just doing the same exercises you could be doing on your own at home, or ones you’ve already been doing but aren’t helping. In these situations, it’s not uncommon to feel let down, ignored, and dismissed. Many begin to worry if their condition will ever heal.
Is that the treatment approach you are interested in?
Now imagine a second scenario, where you arrive at the clinic to find your therapist waiting just for you. There’s no need for you to wait to get started since there’s no busy crowd. After all, you are the sole priority during that time. You get started right away, and the attention is on you for the full length of the session. There are no distractions, and you leave confident that you were not only heard and understood, but you received the very best and dedicated care possible.
If you believe you deserve better than the traditional clinic scenario, and the second scenario is the experience you’re after, then you’ve come to the right place! Rest assured that the second scenario is exactly what you will get with Convergent Movement and Performance.
Here's Exactly What You Can Expect
Initial Assessment
[“Get Assessed”]
Within Convergent Movement and Performance, all sessions are 100% one-on-one with me for the full length of each session.
We begin with a very thorough and in-depth initial evaluation session, for which up to a full 60-90 minutes will be reserved.
Things will be very relaxed, and not at all rushed. We’ll discuss everything that’s been going on, perform a physical exam, and determine the plan moving forward.
Based on what we find in the initial evaluation, I’ll be able to provide an estimate of approximately how long treatment may take, and what you can expect.
Finally understand what’s going on so you know exactly what you can do about it. After all, how can you treat what you don’t understand? Through detailed assessments, we’ll establish a personalized program developed specifically for you and your condition. Gone are the days of doing seemingly random or generic exercises over and over again without any clear results. Furthermore, you will be equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to know exactly what to do in order to overcome unexpected, difficult, or painful situations.
Those suffering with ongoing pain often express that “not knowing” is one of the worst parts.
And I understand exactly what that is like… I’ve been there myself.
Our work together will resolve this by developing a clear and concise understanding of your condition.
It’s time you discover exactly:
- What’s going on
- What makes you better
- What makes you worse
- What is safe and not safe to do
- What will lead to progress along your path
This process provides you with powerful awareness and skills that enable you to be independent, self-reliant, and capable of understanding, managing, and resolving your condition.
Follow Up Sessions
Each follow up session will be 30-60 minutes, and always one-on-one. During each follow up session, we will:
- Re-assess your condition and how you’re doing
- Use hands-on techniques if needed to decrease pain, tightness, or restrictions that are contributing to your symptoms
- Perform and review exercises that are specific to you and your condition
- Finish each session by determining what your home program will be between sessions
As long as you’re doing the things we discuss at home, there’s rarely a reason you need to be coming in 3 times per week as you would with many other clinics.
My main priority for you is independence. I don’t want you reliant on me, another physical therapist, your physician, or any other professional. I essentially want to give you as much education, guidance, tools, and exercises for you to be as independent as possible.
Treatment will consist of 3 phases, with each phase having a distinct goal.
Say goodbye to crowded clinics, poor privacy, distracted therapists, and feeling dismissed. It’s time to be heard and respected. YOU are the priority, and so you deserve 1-on-1 attention.
I’m sure you’ve noticed how difficult it is to communicate your struggles with others. What’s worse is that many just don’t seem to understand.
Here at Convergent Movement and Performance, I guarantee that you will always be seen, heard, and respected. To ensure this, all services will be provided 1-on-1 for the full length of each session.
- You will always have my complete and undivided attention and focus for the entirety of each session.
- Rest assured that there will never be other clients, patients, or distractions present… unless you have special requests.
- Remain confident that ALL of your questions and concerns will be addressed each session, and throughout the course of our time together.
- You will never feel rushed, dismissed, or pushed away.
- You will never be handed off to an assistant or aide.
- You will never be left alone to do exercises, or left alone on ice, heat, or fancy machines that seem “cool” and “feel nice,” but make you question whether they really do anything meaningful.
- Your sessions will not consist of things that make you think “Well I can just do this at home myself.”
Phase 1 of treatment: Recovery
[“Get Healthy”]
Phase 1, known as the “Recovery” phase, is essential for anyone who has recently experienced a traumatic injury, as well as for those with longstanding pain that is severe, constant, and/or unpredictable. In addition to appropriate exercises and hands-on techniques, we will focus on promoting health and wellness in ways that are essential for healing and recovery.
Exercise and rehabilitation programs are often ineffective without the strategies utilized within this step.
By completing this step, you will notice your severe, constant, or unpredictable pain settling. Your body will be primed for healing, and you will have the prerequisite environment within your body needed to repair, recover, grow, and thrive.
On average, patients are seen 1-2 times/week during this phase.
Exercise and hands-on techniques are critically important, but they’re often not enough to conquer many forms of painful conditions. Convergent Movement and Performance utilizes and combines the most up-to-date and research-supported strategies shown to successfully overcome common injuries, as well as persistent, longstanding, complicated, or chronic pain.
The secret to conquering pain and reclaiming your life lies within the use of the Convergent Pillars of Wellness and Performance.
- Self-Regulation: Optimally balancing stress and recovery
- Nutrition: Fueling the body with healing and reparative nutrition
- Movement: Enhancing healthy pain-free mobility, strength, endurance, stamina, and control
- Sleep: Discovering truly restorative sleep
- Connection: Restoring or developing authentic and meaningful connections with ourselves, others, and our environment
All 5 of the Convergent Pillars are integrated into all of our work together.
I am a strong believer that recovery, wellness, and performance programs are incomplete without a focus on all 5 of these factors.
Discover little known, but incredibly powerful tools within each pillar… allowing you to conquer pain and reclaim your life.
Phase 2 of treatment: Preparation
[“Get Active”]
Phase 2, known as the “Preparation” phase, initiates once any severe, constant, and/or unpredictable pain you may have had begins to settle. You will notice that your pain comes and goes, and you will now understand exactly what makes you better and exactly what makes you worse.
During this phase, we will continue to utilize the strategies from Phase 1, in addition to progressing hands-on techniques and exercises to correct any imbalances that may have caused your condition.
As we successfully progress, you will notice yourself comfortably becoming more and more active. By completing this step, you will be able to return to, and enjoy, the daily activities that were previously painful or problematic.
On average, patients are seen 1 time every 1-2 weeks during this phase.
Phase 3 of treatment: Development
[“Get Fit”]
Phase 3, known as the “Development” phase, initiates once daily activities are no longer troublesome, and you are ready to do more with your body. In this phase, we will be focusing on developing fitness in a specialized way that simultaneously promotes recovery and reduces the risk of future pain or injury.
Do you plan on staying exactly where you are, and never doing more than just daily activities like walking and going to work or school for the rest of your life?
Personally, I doubt it. I believe you’d rather accomplish new things, have new meaningful experiences, and see what your body can really accomplish. If that’s true, then this step is essential!
By completing this step, you will develop the physical ability, confidence, and resilience needed to accomplish new goals and maximize your physical potential without the setbacks of pain or injury.
On average, patients are seen 1 time every 1-4 weeks during this phase.
Above and beyond personal support – Guaranteed
Throughout the full process I am easily accessible and always there for you when you need anything. We are a team, and I always have your back!
I incorporate a convenient and secure portal that can be accessed through the web or through a smartphone app. You will be able to send me messages whenever you have any questions, or if you ever need anything.
I also have virtual telehealth video sessions or meetings available if you’re unable to make it to the office.
Pain and difficulties don’t just wait around for scheduled appointments. Considering that you spend the majority of your week outside of the clinic walls, I want to make sure that you have the resources, care, and support needed to overcome any challenges that come your way. It’s important to me that you never feel alone throughout this journey.
Our time together shouldn’t have to end between each 1-on-1 session. Through concierge-style programs, you will feel confident knowing that I’m within reach and providing specialized support. Convergent Movement and Performance goes above and beyond by offering the following premium benefits:
- A secure, private, and encrypted member portal, with access available through web browser and mobile phone app…so you’re always connected and never feel like you’re going through this journey alone.
- Access to specialized programming and between-session coaching… so you know you’re always taking all steps necessary to achieve your goals.
- Between session monitoring, accountability, and support…to ensure you remain motivated and prevent falling off track.
- A platform to illustrate, track, and receive between-session feedback regarding your wellness, rehab, and/or exercise program…so that you’re confident in your actions and won’t wonder “am I doing this right?”
- Clear and open communication and respectful collaboration between myself and your physician, coach, trainer, or anyone else you request to be involved in your journey… so that your journey involves a “team effort” with “all hands on deck.”
- Secure and encrypted: online priority scheduling, direct messaging, document and form sharing, and information and transparency on all financial commitments and transactions…for outstanding convenience and the ability to maintain immediate on-demand control at your fingertips.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
This is a fantastic question that I get asked all of the time!
The short answer: NO, all physical therapy is absolutely not the same.
The thing to understand is that physical therapy is a license and profession – NOT a method, system, technique, or approach. In other words, if you were to see 10 different physical therapists, it is both possible and likely that you will be assessed and treated in at least 5-10 different ways. That’s true even if all 10 PTs are working within the same clinic!
This is also precisely why it is not possible to say “I’ve tried physical therapy, and it didn’t work.” In that situation, the individual has tried a PARTICULAR physical therapIST with a PARTICULAR approach, and maybe that treatment did not provide the desired results.
But to say “physical therapy didn’t work” is almost as if saying, “I’ve tried a diet and didn’t lose weight, and so nutrition doesn’t work.” Can you see the potential problems in this way of thinking?
When selecting a physical therapist (or any licensed healthcare provider for that matter), I suggest you consider and compare the following factors:
- What credentials, education, and experience does the physical therapist have?
- Does the therapist specialize in treating your particular condition, or working with those with your particular goals and interests?
- What is the therapist’s treatment philosophy, and most importantly – does it align with your personal beliefs and goals?
Click here to learn more about my credentials and education, as well as the specialized and individualized approach used at Convergent Movement and Performance.
No, you do not need a prescription, script, or physician’s referral before scheduling a physical therapy session.
In the state of New Jersey, Physical Therapists are recognized as “Direct Access” healthcare providers. Being a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy, my training has provided me with the knowledge, expertise, and licensure required to evaluate, diagnose, and treat simple through complex pain and injury as well as physical limitations without a prescription or referral from a Physician or alternate healthcare provider.
This means that you can confidently and safely consult with Convergent Movement and Performance directly upon the onset of any movement-related pain or injury that is hindering your ability to perform the activities you love.
Nonetheless, here at Convergent Movement and Performance I believe strongly in maintaining clear and open communication and collaboration with your physician/s. By doing so, we ensure that your healthcare team is updated, aware, and in agreement with everything going on with your condition, treatment, and care. To help us achieve this goal, I ask that upon intake you provide the contact information for the physician/s with whom you would like me to communicate with.
Prices for services at Convergent Movement and Performance are completely dependent upon the individualized program that will be created specifically for you.
Keep in mind, Convergent Movement and Performance is not a traditional physical therapy clinic. Instead, I provide fully customizable and individualized 1-on-1 health, physical therapy, and fitness services that are tailored specifically to you and your goals.
Please do not hesitate to schedule a free consultation to discuss programs and pricing.
For your convenience, I accept cash, check, and credit card for all services. If you are experiencing pain, you may also have the option of using a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account.
Please note, I don’t ever want cost to be a reason why you can’t get the help you need. If finances are an honest concern, please reach out and discuss this with me. I will always do my best to try to find a way to help anyone that shows me they are truly committed and interested in the Convergent approach.
Yes, if you have “out-of-network” physical therapy benefits, you can use your insurance towards physical therapy services! In the eyes of insurance, services are considered “physical therapy” if you are experiencing pain or other physical limitations.
If you are pain-free, or you don’t have physical limitations with daily activities, then services are considered “wellness” or “fitness” by insurance companies. Unfortunately, insurance providers do not cover wellness or fitness services.
In regards to physical therapy services: After each session, I will provide a receipt with all of the information and codes needed to send to your insurance company. As long as you have appropriate out-of-network coverage, you can receive reimbursement for physical therapy services by independently filing the claim with your insurance company. Whether or not you have out-of-network coverage, and what specifically they will reimburse, is individual to each person based on the insurance plan. For additional details on determining your insurance benefits, and receiving reimbursement from your insurance company, please reference my webpage here: https://convergentmp.com/oon-reimbursement/
Regardless of whether or not services are covered by your out-of-network benefits, please do not hesitate to contact me directly to discuss programs and pricing.
If you do not have out-of-network benefits, and the costs of services honestly prevent you from being able to work with me, please let me know. As long as you are sincerely committed and interested in the Convergent approach, then I will do the best I can to keep costs within your means.
I’d never want cost to be a reason why you can’t get the help you deserve.
IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING MEDICARE, MEDICAID, OR MILITARY-BASED INSURANCE:
Because Convergent Movement and Performance is an out-of-network clinic, I am unfortunately unable to provide physical therapy services (in person or through telehealth) to those with Medicare, Medicaid, and Military-based insurances.
I am however able to provide most wellness and fitness services without restrictions.
Nonetheless, it is very important to me that I help you along your journey to ensure you receive the best possible care and treatment. Therefore, please do not hesitate to contact me and simply state that you have one of the previously mentioned insurance plans. Although I may not be able to treat you directly, I will do all I can to help navigate you to the most appropriate healthcare provider.
Because Convergent Movement and Performance is an out-of-network clinic, I am unfortunately unable to provide physical therapy services (in person or through telehealth) to those with Medicare, Medicaid, and Military-based insurances.
I am however able to provide certain wellness and fitness services without restrictions.
Nonetheless, it is very important to me that I help you along your journey to ensure you receive the best possible care and treatment. Therefore, please do not hesitate to contact me and simply state that you have one of the previously mentioned insurance plans. Although I may not be able to treat you directly, I will do all I can to help navigate you to the most appropriate healthcare provider.