Aquatic Therapy

Aquatic Pool Therapy

Aquatic therapy, also referred to as pool therapy can be beneficial when recovering from a variety of injuries, surgeries, or physical conditions. Aquatic therapy  a method of physical therapy that is done in a pool or aquatic setting.  Pool therapy combines different techniques to improve the well being of every patient. Our therapists will often use aquatic therapy in addition to traditional therapy methods depending on a patients’ needs and treatment plan.

Aquatic therapy can be useful in all capacities. However, there are certain areas in which this method has been shown to help immensely. Aquatic therapy has been proven to improve the following:

• Flexibility
• Coordination and balance
• Aerobic capacity
• Mobility/functionality
• Pain management
• Relaxation

When immersed in water, pressure is relieved because the body becomes more buoyant. This can alleviate stress from the joints and allow for more movement. Warm water is often used to soothe aching muscles and joints. While water's viscosity is used to strengthen muscles gently. Aquatic therapy can be beneficial for multiple diagnoses. Below outlines who might be able to benefit from aquatic therapy:

• Patients who are recovering from surgery
• Patients who are unable to participate in high impact activities but need to improve mobility
• Patients who are experiencing back pain and cannot tolerate standing or walking
• Athletes who need to train in a more controlled environment due to a previous injury
• Patients who are entering old age