If that Saturday morning bike ride or run left you limping into work on Monday sore and exhausted, you’re probably not alone. Welcome to the ranks of the “Weekend Warriors.” “Weekend Warriors” is the name given to people who are physically inactive most of the week, but then participate in rigorous physical activity during the weekend. Many times these folks overestimate their abilities and push themselves beyond what they reasonably should do. Many may have had active lifestyles … [Read more...] about Weekend Warriors Fight Back
Daryl Williams
Mountain Valley Rehab Hospital Ranked Among Nation’s Best
For the 13th year in a row, Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital (MVRRH) has been acknowledged for providing nationally recognized rehabilitative care to its patients. The hospital was ranked in the Top 10% of inpatient rehabilitation facilities nationwide for providing care that is patient-centered, effective, efficient and timely. “This means that in the Northern Arizona area, we’re providing the highest level of rehabilitative care available anywhere in the United States right … [Read more...] about Mountain Valley Rehab Hospital Ranked Among Nation’s Best
American Heart Association Recommending Healthy Diet, Lifestyle
A healthy diet and lifestyle are your best weapons to fight cardiovascular disease. It’s not as hard as you may think! Remember, it’s the overall pattern of your choices that counts. Make the simple steps below part of your life for long-term benefits to your health and your heart. Use up at least as many calories as you take in. Start by knowing how many calories you should be eating and drinking to maintain your weight. Nutrition and calorie information on food labels is typically based on … [Read more...] about American Heart Association Recommending Healthy Diet, Lifestyle
Caring, Giving, Sharing is Everyday Life for Family Caregivers
For most people, the holidays are the season for extra giving, caring and sharing with others. But for those who are family caregivers, this is a description of everyday life. Whether someone became a caregiver suddenly (grandma had a stroke) or gradually (aging parents), caregiving can be one of the most important – and challenging – aspects of a person’s life.or most people, the holidays are the season for extra giving, caring and sharing with others. But for those who are family caregivers, … [Read more...] about Caring, Giving, Sharing is Everyday Life for Family Caregivers
Mountain Valley Home for Health Receives Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
Mountain Valley Home for Health, a service of Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital, has won the 2018 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award. Press Ganey is an industry leader in measuring, understanding and improving the patient experience. Mountain Valley Home for Health earned the distinction by achieving the 95th percentile in performance for Patient Experience during each reporting period in 2017. The award is presented annually. “The Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence … [Read more...] about Mountain Valley Home for Health Receives Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award
Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Provides Nationally Recognized Care to Community for Tenth Year in Row
For the 10th year in a row, Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital (MVRRH) has been acknowledged for providing nationally recognized rehabilitative care to its patients. The hospital was ranked in the Top 10 percent of inpatient rehabilitation facilities nationwide for providing care that is patient-centered, effective, efficient and timely. “This means that in the Northern Arizona area, we’re providing the highest level of rehabilitative care available anywhere in the United States … [Read more...] about Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Provides Nationally Recognized Care to Community for Tenth Year in Row
Nursing Critical to Hospital’s Quality of Patient Care
Tina King has been a registered nurse at Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital for 10 years. She took the position after working in home health and long-term acute care because of an interest in rehabilitative care. “It’s been such a great experience,” she said. “It’s always changing and challenging. I can’t imagine going back to doing any other kind of nursing.” Leah Walters agrees. As the hospital’s nursing director, Walters comes from a long line of nurses, including her … [Read more...] about Nursing Critical to Hospital’s Quality of Patient Care
Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Recognized Among Top 10% in Nation for 9th Year
Thousands of former patients and their family members in Northern Arizona will not be surprised to hear that once again MVRRH has been named among the Top 10 percent in the nation for the care they provide to patients with strokes, brain injuries, orthopedic injuries and more. This is the ninth consecutive year the hospital has earned the honor, which recognizes provision of care that is patient-centered, efficient, timely and effective. The hospital was ranked out of 782 inpatient … [Read more...] about Mountain Valley Regional Rehabilitation Hospital Recognized Among Top 10% in Nation for 9th Year
Heads Up! A Brain Injury Can Occur Anytime, Anywhere with Anyone
Brain injuries result from bumps, blows or jolts to the head. The symptoms of brain injuries can range from a brief change in mental state to an extended period of unconsciousness or amnesia. Regardless of the severity of the injury, all brain injuries are serious. In the United States, brain injuries are a grim public health threat. Every year, there are 1.7 million people who suffer from brain injuries. The most common cause of brain injury is falls, which tend to happen more with children … [Read more...] about Heads Up! A Brain Injury Can Occur Anytime, Anywhere with Anyone
