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Aquatic Physical Therapy & its Benefits
- Aquatic physical therapy is a specialized treatment method in a safe and controlled water environment.
- The buoyancy property of water provides supports to movement with less stress on joints and muscles.
- Water can also be used to create resistance and help increase muscle strength, endurance and balance.
- With the close assistance of a specially trained physical therapist, aquatic physical therapy can be highly beneficial for improving function and relieving pain.
- The water is adjusted to a level appropriate for each patient, so it is not necessary to know how to swim in order to participate!
- Depending on the individual’s needs and goals, treatments may include:
- Range of motion exercises
- Strengthening, endurance and conditioning exercises
- Gait-training activities
- Core strengthening
- Agility training
- Aquatic physical therapy can benefit those affected by:
- Chronic illnesses such as arthritis or neurological disease
- Orthopedic surgeries
- Joint replacements
- Sports, dance or other musculoskeletal injuries
- Generalized muscle weakness
- And many others
- Not convinced? Follow the links to read the evidence:
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