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Spring has sprung and soon everyone will take their exercise routines outside. There is nothing better than a good workout with the sun shining down on you and the fresh air filling your lungs. However, with all exercise, there are certain measures you should take to stay safe and prevent injury. NARA has compiled a short list of things you can do to get the most out of your workout this spring.

1.   Start Slow

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Whether you are about to graduate high school, in your first few years at college or simply looking to change your career, we have some steps for you to take if being a physical therapist interests you. No matter where you are in life, a career in physical therapy can be highly rewarding.

Here at NARA, we not only want to encourage your journey towards becoming a therapist but also offer support along the way! Therapy can entail everything from speech therapy to physical therapy... Read More

CMS has issued the following guidance for providers related to COVID-19.  This is situation is developing daily and as important updates happen we will share them with you.  NARA is working on gathering sample protocols to share with NARA Members to help you prepare your staff and operations.

CMS calls on all health care providers to activate infection control practices and issues guidance to inspectors as they inspect facilities affected by Coronavirus

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Welcome in the new year with new initiatives for your practice. Think about some of the goals you have and what you envision the year to look like for your facility. We have gathered some helpful tips you can use to make 2020 the best year yet. 

Keep Patients Active

Unhappy patients are going to have a difficult time staying motivated to go to their appointments or even completing their exercises at home. This is a common frustration for many therapists. Pushback from... Read More

Once you’ve had an injury, it’s easy to get injured in the same spot again and again. This is particularly true for athletes and children who may not be as cautious with their weak spots as an adult. Further exacerbating old injuries can cause more hardship than the original injury.  However, there are some tricks that can be done to help treat and prevent recurring injuries with physical therapy. Don’t let these injuries follow you into the new year!

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Don’t let the holidays halt the health strides you have made the past year. There are ways to keep your active lifestyle on track as you travel, eat and prepare for the fun festivities. We hope you can find something that helps you this season with some guidance on overcoming common barriers to a healthy lifestyle. 

We live in a culture where there is a holiday to celebrate nearly every month. If we use the holidays as a reason to bail on our health goals we will always be... Read More

What I Learned at #ASHA2019

Kelly Cooney, CCC-SLP, CHC

NARA President

We are in a time of significant change in post -acute care. With this type of significant change can come fear and distrust, as well as opportunity. At ASHA 2019 in Orlando this week I saw that our SLP colleagues are hopeful. They are looking for resources.  They are engaged. They are interested in tools to... Read More

A Message From NARA's President: Reflections on Inter-Professional Practice, ASHA, and PDPM

The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) has been making a concerted effort to build partnerships between their Speech Language Pathologist members and SNF therapy providers.  I had the privilege of sitting on a panel last week representing NARA and skilled nursing rehabilitation providers at the ASHA Healthcare Connect conference in Chicago, Il.  Monday,... Read More

Blog Post Provided by Optima Healthcare Solutions

Older adults have a few insurance options for healthcare, one of which is Medicare Advantage (MA). MA plans provide coverage for traditional Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) and Medicare Part B (medical insurance), and often provide additional benefits, such as prescription drugs, vision and dental care. The main difference is that MA plans are offered through private insurance companies and are paid a fixed amount each month to cover... Read More

Neurological disorders are diseases that affect millions of Americans, slowly taking away muscle function and independence. We’re talking about disorders like multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease and strokes. While being diagnosed with one of these conditions can be scary, often times a comprehensive rehabilitation programs can improve function, range of motion, and independence. But before starting your therapy, it’s important that you know how each of these conditions can... Read More