Archive - December 2015

Technology is advancing faster and faster every day. Physicians and lab techs alike are uncovering new and innovating advances in medicine. Wearable technologies have become an increasing trend in monitoring individual health and lifestyles. They can be used personally and congruently by groups or individuals to determine better health regimes. Unfortunately, not all of these tech savvy wearables are HIPAA compliant. Fitbit became HIPAA compliant in September of 2015, becoming one of the first wearables... Read More

Is the memory of your recent injury still fresh in your mind, or are you still going through rehab to address it? NARA is here to help! There are many stretches to help prevent or reduce injury pain. By stretching in the morning and evening you may decrease pain and fatigue. Try these daily stretches courtesy of NARA. Arms Bicep Curl with Resistance Band: This exercise is geared towards those in the mid-stages of rehabilitation or looking to increase muscle tonality. With the use... Read More

As the weather turns colder and winter sets in, sports move inside and people cheer in gyms instead of stadiums. For athletes, winter sports presents a new opportunity for competition in a whole new arena. But, with new sports comes the potential for new injuries. NARA wants athletes to have as much knowledge as possible to protect themselves, so brush up on these common injuries associated with various winter sports. Common Basketball Injuries Basketball is a game that requires... Read More

The NARA Innovation Award was created in 2010 to recognize a NARA member whose business has demonstrated an innovation that has made a positive impact in their business. Ideas, change, passion and trends are elements that drive innovation and advance the rehabilitation industry. The results of the innovation can be in renewal, change, and/or reinvention that aids in further growth of/in the industry. During the Fall 2015 Conference held in Las Vegas at The Westin Las Vegas, NARA presented the 2015... Read More