Baptist Health Therapy Center-Heber Springs

11/23/2025

Incontinence is common, but it's not normal, and you don't have to live with it.

This Bladder Health Awareness Month, Mandy Burton, APRN, talks about solutions. Watch our video to learn how she helps our patients take back control and live confidently.

11/22/2025

FREE pregnancy and prenatal screenings + food available today until 1:00 PM at Baptist Health Southwest Campus, provided by Baptist Health Pregnancy Clinic and Community Outreach.

11/22/2025

Honoring Excellence in Nursing!
We were proud to celebrate with incredible nurses from across Arkansas at the March of Dimes Arkansas Nurse of the Year Awards!

Please join us in congratulating our outstanding Baptist Health winners:
🏆 Nycole Oliver – Advanced Practice Nurse of the Year
🏆 Shannon Smith – Critical Care Nurse of the Year
🏆 Susan Molsbee – Infection Control Nurse of the Year
🏆 Bailey Tolleson – Rising Star Nurse of the Year

Their compassion, dedication, and expertise continue to make a profound impact on the patients and communities we serve. We’re so proud of each of you!

11/21/2025

Welcome to the Baptist Health team, Dr. Mina Michael!

We are excited to announce that Dr. Michael has joined the team as an Internal Medicine Physician at the Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute-Conway!

His expertise is a wonderful asset, helping our patients achieve powerful restoration and recovery every day. Learn more about Dr. Michael:

CONWAY, Ark. – Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute-Conway recently welcomed internal medicine physician . Dr. Michael earned an M.B.B.CH in Medicine and Surgery from Cairo University in Egypt. He completed residency training at St. Agnes Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. “My practice philosop...

11/21/2025

Free Breast Cancer Screenings and Imaging Services.

Baptist Health Breast Centers and the Baptist Health Foundation have partnered with the National Breast Cancer Foundation to provide free mammograms and additional breast imaging services to uninsured or low-income women, including those covered by Medicaid and Medicare.

Schedule your free screening today by calling (501) 202-1922.

11/20/2025

It's National Rural Health Day and at Baptist Health, we believe everyone deserves access to quality care, no matter their zip code. That's why we are incredibly proud to serve our rural communities through our five dedicated rural hospitals.

These hospitals are vital cornerstones of health, ensuring essential services, local jobs, and compassionate care are close to home.

11/17/2025

Cervicalgia, a clinical term for neck pain, is discomfort around the spine beneath the head. Cervicalgia can be caused by a variety of different issues, including muscle strains, poor posture, osteoarthritis, and stress.

Common complaints include neck stiffness and soreness, decreased neck range of motion, and headaches. It is also possible to experience radiating symptoms to the shoulders, upper back, arms, and fingers.

Physical therapists specialize in diagnosing and treating cervicalgia, as well as ruling out conditions that may present similarly. A physical therapist may instruct in neck stretching and strengthening, as well as evaluate posture. Recommendations for improved workplace ergonomics and stress management may also be appropriate.

If you think you may be experiencing cervicalgia, contact your local Baptist Health Therapy Center for help today!

11/17/2025

🏡 Building Community at Parkway Village 💙 💚

We're finishing off the weekend with a fun look back at the incredible spirit and creativity of our residents and staff at Parkway Village!

It's important to foster a vibrant and fun environment where everyone feels like family. Our team and residents certainly brought the energy this Halloween, and we love seeing all the smiles and imaginative costumes.

11/15/2025

Don't let the holiday hustle derail your progress! 🦃

Introducing our 6-Week Online Program designed to keep you on track, energized, and feeling great through all the feasts, parties, and busy schedules. This program is open to anyone in the state. The challenge begins Monday, November 24 and concludes Monday, January 5. There will be weekly emails, check-ins and even door prizes.

🗓️ Registration CLOSES on Tuesday, November 19th!

Click on bit.ly/BHmaintain25 to register and secure your spot and make this your best holiday season yet! For questions, call 501-202-1540.

11/14/2025

Baptist Health Cancer Center-Heber Springs is OPEN! Today marks a wonderful day for the Heber Springs community! We celebrated the grand opening and ribbon cutting of the new Baptist Health Cancer Center-Heber Springs!

This center is dedicated to delivering compassionate, state-of-the-art cancer care right here at home. We know how important it is to receive exceptional care without the burden of long travel.

We are honored to have Dr. Sarah Jewell, leading our patient care. Dr. Jewell received her medical training and fellowship from UAMS and believes in a patient-first approach, treating a wide variety of conditions including breast, lung, and colon cancers, as well as lymphoma and leukemia. Learn more https://bit.ly/43yqteN.

11/14/2025

11/14/2025

👻 : Our Baptist Health Rehabilitation Institute Spooktacular! 👻

Can you believe it's been almost two weeks since Halloween?! We're still smiling, looking back at the fun our BHRI team, including all of our amazing outpatient therapy centers, had dressing up!

It was a treat to see everyone's creativity! Which costume is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! 👇

11/12/2025

We proudly recognize our Baptist Health employees who have served our country. Thank you to everyone who helped make sure our veterans felt appreciated and acknowledged this Veterans Day.

To our veterans—your courage, sacrifice, and service remind us what it truly means to serve others. You are an essential part of the Baptist Health family, and we’re grateful for all you’ve done for our country and our community.

11/11/2025

It’s Nurse Practitioner Week! Join us in thanking the outstanding NPs across Baptist Health who deliver high-quality, patient-centered care with compassion every day. We’re grateful for all you do!

11/10/2025

Adhesive capsulitis, also known as frozen shoulder, is a condition in which inflammation causes the shoulder joint to become painful and stiff. Symptoms vary based on the “stage of freezing” but typically involve dull and aching pain that gets worse with shoulder movement.

As frozen shoulder progresses over time, a person may experience decreased shoulder pain but continued limitations with range of motion. The final stage involves a “thawing” of the frozen shoulder, with gradual returns of strength and shoulder range. Frozen shoulder often improves without surgery, and physical therapy plays a large role in restoring movement.

Physical therapists are skilled at measuring deficits and tracking progress; they will be able to instruct you on stretches and strengthening exercises to increase shoulder function.

If you are experiencing shoulder stiffness and pain that limits your daily activities, contact your local Baptist Health Therapy Center for help today!

11/05/2025

Parkinson disease is caused by the loss of the cells in the brain that produce dopamine. This decrease in dopamine can impair control of body movement, decision-making, and mood.

Some of the most common physical impairments associated with Parkinson are tremors, increased muscle and joint stiffness, and slowed movements. These impairments can lead to changes in ability to walk and maintain balance.

At Baptist Health Therapy Centers, a therapist will perform an individualized evaluation to determine the limitations that need to be addressed and develop a specific treatment plan that may include stretching, strengthening, and balance activities to improve overall function.

10/31/2025

We’re not just trick or TREATing…we’re helping you hit the jackpot on your therapy journey! Happy Healing from our therapy team! Keep your skeleton safe this Halloween! 🎲🎩💰🚂💀🎃

Comment what you think our costumes should be next year!

10/01/2025

October is National Physical Therapy Month!

Our team of highly skilled physical therapists treat a variety of musculoskeletal and neurological problems including spine pain, joint pain (both surgical and non surgical), balance issues, post-stroke dysfunction, Parkinson’s, vertigo and more.

Baptist Health offers Physical Therapy services at 20 locations across Arkansas, including several rural areas where healthcare may not be as easily accessible. These locations include, Little Rock (Saddle Creek, Bowman, Otter Creek, Heights, Baptist Health Rehab Institute), North Little Rock, Maumelle, Sherwood, Jacksonville, Cabot, Lonoke, Benton, Bryant, Conway, Greenbrier, Heber Springs, Stuttgart, Arkadelphia, Sheridan, and Malvern.

The therapists at the Baptist Health Outpatient therapy network are here everyday to help you achieve your maximum functional potential and restore your quality of life.

09/19/2025

Spinal stenosis takes place when the space surrounding your spinal cord becomes too narrow, specifically in the neck or lower back. It often develops slowly and can cause radiating symptoms down the arms or legs. Common symptoms include pain, numbness, and weakness.

With low back stenosis, you may experience weakness and cramping in the legs, difficulty with prolonged standing or walking, and decreased pain with sitting and leaning forward. Neck stenosis typically presents with numbness and tingling through the arms, as well as difficulty with hand tasks.

Treatment for spinal stenosis largely depends on the cause and severity of your symptoms. While surgery may be necessary for more severe cases, conservative care, such as physical therapy, is typically a warranted first step. Physical therapy will generally involve exercises including core strengthening and flexibility training. Your physical therapist will work to develop an individualized plan of care that addresses strength deficits, as well as return to functional activities as well.

If you need help managing spinal stenosis symptoms, please contact your local Baptist Health Therapy Center today!

09/16/2025

Congratulations to Katie for taking home the trophy with her delicious spinach dip! Thank you to everyone who participated with us today!

09/16/2025

We have a 3 way tie!!! Please come vote for your favorite by 2:00!

09/16/2025

Don’t forget about Grip ‘N Dip today until 2:00!

Studies show grip strength to be a “biomarker of aging” and often reflects declining health. Come join us for free grip strength testing and an educational handout!

Grab a chip, sample a dip, and test your grip! 💪

09/03/2025

Plantar fasciitis is a common foot condition that is a result of inflammation of the plantar fascia, the thick band of connective tissue that connects your heel to the ball of your foot.

Symptoms of plantar fasciitis may include pain on the bottom of your heel and a feeling of tightness and/or tenderness along your arch. Symptoms are typically worse first thing in the morning, with long periods of standing, after running and jumping activities, and climbing stairs.

Physical therapists can use their examination and treatment skills to develop a program to include stretches, strengthening, gait and balance straining, and footwear education. If you are experiencing foot pain that is limiting your ability to perform daily activities, contact your local Baptist Health Therapy Center and see how we can help!

09/01/2025