Sheltering Arms Institute

06/22/2026

Let’s hear it for some of our newest Sweat Club members! ✨ What is Sweat Club exactly? Research shows that reaching your target heart rate during therapy promotes better recoveries. 📈

Our sweatbands help start conversations around the effort it takes to activate the brain's recovery system and help our patients focus on getting the most out of each therapy session. Patients who reach their target heart rate in therapy receive an official Sheltering Arms Institute sweatband, making them official Sweat Club members! 😅

Congratulations to our new members on their incredible effort to achieve their best recovery and the team members who helped them get there! 🎉

06/18/2026

06/17/2026

Stiff neck? Constant headache? Roughly half of us will experience major neck pain, but many don't realize neck strain is a major trigger for headaches. Learn if your headache is actually coming from your spine and how physical therapy can help.

Research shows that roughly half of us will experience a significant episode of neck pain at some point in our lives. Whether it stems from a sudden whiplash injury, age-related changes like arthritis, a pinched nerve, or simply the daily muscle strain of looking down at our phones or computer scree...

06/16/2026

"Music is stored everywhere. That’s why music is often our longest-lasting memory." From helping stroke survivors with aphasia find their voices to improving motor skills, music therapists are proving that music isn't just entertainment—it's medicine. Dive into the incredible science behind music therapy at Sheltering Arms Institute (and find a directory of Virginia music therapy resources) in this feature story by Virginia Living Magazine. 🎶

Uncover the fascinating effects of music therapy on memory with insights from a leading expert in the field of music therapy.

06/11/2026

A very special Aphasia Support Group meeting this month! 🖌️🪨 To celebrate Aphasia Awareness Month, members participated in the global Rocking Aphasia campaign, which involves painting on a pebble, hiding it somewhere, posting a photo of the pebble on social media, and placing the pebble somewhere it can be found. 🎨

Thank you to our speech-language pathology, therapeutic recreation, and community engagement teams for leading this month’s special activity!

If you or someone you know may benefit from participating in our monthly Aphasia Support Group, visit https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/series/aphasia-support-group/ to sign up for our next meeting!

06/10/2026

A new way to walk toward independence 🚶‍♂️✨ We’re excited to bring EvoWalk technology to our Bon Air, Hanover, and Short Pump outpatient centers! This innovative system helps individuals with neurological impairments improve stability and gait through targeted muscle stimulation and real-time data tracking.

Click the link below to learn how our work with Evolution Devices is bridging the gap between the clinic and everyday life.

Full Story: https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/sheltering-arms-institute-deploys-next-generation-evowalk-mobility-solution-across-multiple-locations/

RICHMOND, Va. (June 8, 2026) — Sheltering Arms Institute, a nationally recognized leader in physical rehabilitation, today announced a multi-location clinical deployment of EvoWalk, a next-generation neurotechnology solution developed by […]

06/09/2026

Teamwork truly makes the dream work! 💜 Before his graduation from inpatient rehabilitation, Lester’s dedicated care team gathered to snap a quick selfie, celebrate his incredible milestones, and bid him farewell. Join us in congratulating Lester and wishing him all the best on the next chapter of his recovery journey! 🎉👇

06/08/2026

Did you know that a scoliosis diagnosis doesn’t always mean surgery? In fact, the latest research shows we can significantly change the trajectory of a young person's care. New data presented at the Sosort - Society On Scoliosis Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation Treatment 2026 conference (tracking more than 2,100 patients) revealed that a comprehensive, conservative approach can reduce adolescent idiopathic scoliosis surgery rates by up to 75%!

The keys to these outcomes?
✨ Early Intervention: Catching and treating curves while they are between 10°–30°
✨ Modern Bracing: Customized, individualized support
✨ Schroth-Based PSSE: Specialized, physiotherapeutic exercises

At Sheltering Arms Institute’s Hanover Outpatient Center, our certified therapists specialize in the Schroth Method and Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis-Specific Exercises (PSSE) to help our patients:
✅ Slow or stop curve progression
✅ Improve muscle balance, core strength, and posture
✅ Feel empowered with a lifelong, personalized exercise strategy

June is Scoliosis Awareness Month—the perfect time to focus on early detection and research-supported care.

👉 Schedule a scoliosis evaluation at Hanover: https://shelteringarmsinstitute.com/conditions-and-services/schroth-method/ or call us at (804) 764-1000.

06/05/2026

Back at it again! 🏃‍♂️💨 Our crew showed up in full force for this year’s Markel Corporate Run. There’s nothing better than stepping away from the office to celebrate wellness, smash some 5k goals, and enjoy some unbeatable team camaraderie. Huge shoutout to everyone who came out to run, walk, and cheer us on. Way to go, team!

06/03/2026

Huge congratulations to two of our speech therapists, Alyssa and Sammy, for officially completing their clinical fellowship and earning their CCC-SLP certifications! 🎉

The CCC-SLP is a nationally recognized, voluntary professional credential awarded by The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and is often seen as the gold standard. 🏆 We are so proud of your hard work, dedication, and the amazing care you provide our patients each day.

As is customary, SLP Advisor Ali Holmes brought in the official "CCC donuts" to celebrate this major milestone. 🍩

Please join us in celebrating Alyssa & Sammy!