Wellness Programs

Juvenile idiopathic arthritis is the most common type of arthritis in children under the age of sixteen. It can cause severe joint pain, swelling and stiffness. Regular exercise can help children and teenagers manage their juvenile idiopathic arthritis. During exercise, the body produces endorphins which help to limit anxiety, stiffness, and reduce pain. We are sharing several types of stretches and exercises to help with... Read More

National Employee Wellness Month is this month, and we want to celebrate all the amazing healthcare workers out there! They work tirelessly to make sure that the public has stayed safe and healthy throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Prioritizing employee wellness is the key to having happy, healthy, and hard-working employees. We want to share four ways to promote employee wellness in your organization! 

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... Read More

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 More

Now that the weather is cooling down and we no longer have to worry about the brutal summer heat, it’s time to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible until it gets too cold. These five exercises are perfect for fall weather and allow you to enjoy all of the pretty scenery this season has to offer.

If you have any pretty trails near where you live, now’s the perfect time to go on a hike! Not only do the fall months make for the perfect... Read More

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! 

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For many, Memorial Day marks a day of remembrance as well as the beginning of the summer season. For others, Memorial Day is a reminder of physical, mental and emotional sacrifices. We recognize that the main call to action with Memorial Day is that we find a way to honor and serve the veterans we lost and those veterans who have served the country. Here are some different programs and activities that help serve our veterans... Read More

November is here and that means that it’s American Diabetes Month. With over 10% of the US population diagnosed with diabetes, it’s important for everyone to know the signs, symptoms and treatment for the ailment. However, today, we are going to take some time to focus on the foods that can not only improve how you feel but also actively lower your blood sugar levels. 

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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!

Even seemingly... Read More