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Chronic Pain and the Holidays
December 2, 2022
Categories: Articles, Exercise, General, Managed Care, Physical Therapy
The holidays can bring a lot of stress to our minds as well as our bodies. It is crucial to take care of our bodies during the holidays. Chronic pain can potentially restrict you from participating in holiday activities. We want you to be able to enjoy all the holiday fun, continue reading to learn about a few stretches that could relieve some of your chronic pain and allow you to have a... Read More
How to Get the Most Out of a Conference
August 29, 2022
Categories: Collaboration, Education, Fall Conference, General
Conferences are a great opportunity for networking and education, but they may seem overwhelming when there are so many presentations and conversations. Knowing how to strategically use your time will allow you to get the most out of the conference you are attending. When attending a conference, you want to maximize the benefits for you and your company, so here are a few tips to help you when you go to our next conference... Read More
Tips to Beat Healthcare Burnout
August 1, 2022
Categories: Best Practices, Coronavirus, COVID-19, General, Mental Health, Self care
Burnout can take a toll on every healthcare worker and their patients. Healthcare workers are put under a tremendous amount of stress because of factors such as time pressures, chaotic environments, and overall responsibilities. Burnout is at an all-time high because of the pandemic, as more than 50% of healthcare workers reported symptoms of anxiety, depression, and other mental health... Read More
How Advocacy Makes a Difference
July 1, 2022
Categories: Advocacy, General, Goals
Advocacy is defined as any action that speaks in favor of, recommends, argues for, supports, or defends a particular cause. Advocacy seeks to influence decisions within society as well as political and economic institutions. Advocates raise awareness and support causes that are important to them. At the National Association of Rehabilitation Providers and Agencies (NARA), we believe in giving rehabilitation businesses a... Read More
Strategies 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 More
Common Exercise Mistakes
July 23, 2021
Categories: General, Physical Therapy, Success
There are a lot of people in the world that work out to stay healthy. However, there are a lot of mistakes that people make while exercising that can ultimately lead to an injury. Below are the common mistakes that people make while exercising that can be detrimental to your journey and can even set you back a little.
Skipping WarmupsRead More Maintaining Your Therapist-Client Relationship
June 8, 2021
Categories: Best Practices, General, Patient Engagement
Now more than ever, maintaining your relationships with your clients is important. With various ordinances and rules around the country, it can be difficult for both you and your clients to be as consistent in your routines as you once were. However, the best thing you can do for your client outside of the therapy interventions is to develop and maintain a positive working relationship. Here’s what you need... Read More
Celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Veggies Month
June 1, 2021
Categories: Best Practices, Education, General, Goals, Wellness Programs
June is the perfect time to celebrate National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month. Most produce is going to be at the top of its game, giving you the best flavor to remember the rest of the year. Besides the great taste, garden-fresh produce has many nutritional benefits that can help you feel great and even aid in your recovery. Here are some of the best ones to add to your treatment plan!
National Nutrition Month: Personalize Your Plate
March 1, 2021
Categories: General, Home Health
Something we can all agree on is how important our diet is to our recovery and overall health. We know that nutrition isn’t one size fits all, so it’s fitting that this year’s National Nutrition Month is focused on how to personalize our plates. In fact, you can overhaul your eating habits in four easy steps spread out over four weeks. Here’s... Read More
National Physical Therapy Month
October 1, 2020
Categories: Education, General, Physical Therapy
Every October we get to celebrate how physical therapy has changed the lives of so many people. It’s the perfect time to reflect on our goals, our future and how we can make an impact in our own lives. This year, NARA wants to concentrate on 5 ways you can overcome barriers that prevent you from getting the physical activity you need to lead a healthy life.