Recent Blog Posts
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Best Post-Surgery Practices to Stay Safe
May 1, 2022
Categories: Home Health, Physical Therapy, Tips, Wellness Programs
Many people view surgery as a fix to whatever has been ailing them. Whether it was a torn ligament from a sports injury or a joint replacement from aging, you are finally ready to be on the path to health and wellness. However, what many people don’t think about is how their journey to recovery at home can be another hurdle they must face. From simple solutions to long-term habits, NARA...
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Best Physical Therapy Exercises for Cyclists
May 1, 2022
Categories: Exercise, Self care
May is National Bike Month! Biking has so many wonderful benefits for you. In honor of National Bike Month, we thought we would share the best physical therapy exercises, stretches, warm-ups, and more to keep cyclists safe and biking fun!
Please note: you should always work with your doctor or physical therapist to find the best exercises...
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Move More Month
April 1, 2022
Categories: Exercise, Home Health
Warmer weather is here which means it’s time to get up and get moving! Every April, the American Heart Association promotes Move More Month – a time for everyone to focus on making every move count. Join NARA as we take small steps that add up to huge strides all month long!
Impact of COVID on the Physical Therapy Profession
February 18, 2022
Categories: Advocacy, Coronavirus
By now, we are all aware of the impact that COVID-19 has had on the world. Everything from school to grocery shopping has been interrupted. However, the total impact isn’t quite yet known – even for those in the physical therapy world. Join NARA as we explore a few of the different ways COVID-19 has changed the way we work.
Overall COVID-19 Impacts on Physical TherapistsRead More Brain Injuries and Physical Therapy
February 18, 2022
Categories: Physical Therapy, Rehab Agency, Therapy Programs, Therapy Treatment
Every 9 seconds someone in the United States suffers a brain injury. That is more than 3.6 million people each year. This National Brain Injury Month, NARA wants to recognize and support those who have suffered from an acquired brain injury or ABI.
First, it is important to understand what an ABI is. Typically, this kind of injury...
Read MoreWhy is Advocacy Important?
January 21, 2022
Categories: Advocacy
Advocacy has been around for a long time and is an important aspect of society. Advocacy seeks to ensure that all people are able to have their voices heard on issues that matter most to them. This helps to not only protect their rights but also to help promote them.
So why do we need to advocate? Public policies are something...
Read MoreHow Can Physical Therapy Help with Heart Health
January 21, 2022
Categories: Best Practices, Healthcare, Home Health, Wellness Programs
Heart disease accounts for 1 in every 4 deaths. That’s nearly 650,000 Americans ever year. This staggering statistic is one of the biggest reasons that February is devoted to heart health in the US. This year, we at NARA want to help everyone understand how physical therapy can benefit heart health.
First, we want to acknowledge...
Read MoreAttention: Changes Coming to 2022 Billing
December 22, 2021
Categories: Advocacy, Billing, Compliance, Education, Healthcare, Legislation, Legislature
If you haven’t heard by now, there are big changes coming this year when it comes to the CMS Physician Fee Schedule. Among other things, it looks like things will be moving ahead when it comes to cuts in payment to almost three dozen healthcare divisions. We at NARA are keeping tabs on everything and wanted to make sure you were aware of advocacy efforts leading into this new year.
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Read MoreStrategies to Prevent No-Show Appointments in the New Year
November 22, 2021
Categories: Best Practices, General, Goals
No-show appointments are one of the most frustrating things rehab providers can encounter. You create a plan for your day and when a patient doesn’t show up for their scheduled appointment, that plan no longer works. There are a variety of reasons patients don’t show up for appointments, but the most common is that they forget they have one scheduled. And while this can be frustrating...
Read MoreSwap This for That: Healthy Food Choices During the Holidays
November 1, 2021
Categories: Holidays
The holidays are a special time that is meant to be spent with the people you love most. No matter where you are or who you celebrate with, the food is one of the best parts of holiday gatherings. However, extravagant holiday menus can be a double-edged sword. While all that food tastes good, it also can lead to you putting on a few extra pounds. So, what can you do to eat healthier...
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