Aquatic Therapy Program
People of various ages, body composition and diagnoses would benefit from this full body program including those with:
- Cardiac Involvement
- Arthritis
- Osteoporosis
- Orthopedic Problems
- Post Surgical
- Chronic Pain
- Neurological Problems
- Fibromyalgia
Benefits of Water:
- Buoyancy - this counteracts the force of gravity in water, thereby decreasing the effect of weight bearing on injured body part and allowing for strengthening exercises to be performed without further injury
- Viscosity of Water - offers resistance against the patient's movements for strength work and these movements are monitored and modified by the therapist to match the patient's tolerance
- Hydrostatic Pressure - the pressure of the water exerted on the patient assists in reducing edema or swelling.
Benefits of Aquatic Exercise:
- Increasing joint flexibility and muscular strength
- Reducing pain with weight bearing
- Allowing movement of painful joints
- Increasing cardiovascular endurance
- Decreasing abnormal tone or rigidity of muscles
- Improving inadequate balance reactions
- Improving trunk stability
- Improving postural alignment
This type of program may begin in an aquatic environment to help provide stabilization and increase endurance. A progression to a land-based program is to be expected. Upon referral, our staff evaluates each patient and a problem specific treatment plan is developed. During the treatment process, we provide on-going communication about treatment goals and progress to the patient and physician, as well as employers and insurers. We continuously re-evaluate the patient's response to treatment and take an active role in reaching a successful outcome.