Aquatic Therapy

What is Aquatic Physical Therapy?

Aquatic physical therapy is rehabilitation that is done in a heated pool. It allows the patient to initiate early joint movement and strengthening with decreased stress on the joints. Exercise instruction is given by a licensed physical therapist, trained in aquatic physical therapy.

Indications for Aquatic Physical Therapy

Limited Range of Motion (ROM) Limited Weight Bearing Status Limited Function and Mobility

Decreased Strength Pain Decreased Aerobic Fitness

Benefits of Aquatic Physical Therapy

Decreases Weight Bearing up to 70% Increases Function & Mobility Restores Joint Mobility / (ROM) Strengthens and Re-Educates Muscles Improves Circulation

Increases Aerobic Capacity & Endurance Normalizes Tone & Decreases Spasticity Decreases Pain Decreases Inflammation Promotes Relaxation

Specific Sample Populations

Fractures Fibromyalgia/ Chronic Pain O.R.I.F. Joint replacement Arthritis Spine Injury & Surgery

Sports Injury Ankylosing Spondylosis Pregnant Women Post - Mastectomy Chronic Pain

HOURS AT THE POOL:

• MONDAY & FRIDAY 8:00 am to 9:00 am
• Most Insurances are accepted, including Medicare & Workers Compensation
• Cash Rates & Maintenance Programs are available

Aquatic Therapy is conducted off-site at Aqua Wave Swim School

1800 Square foot pool 93° Water temperature Indoor facilities

Ground Level Handicap Accessible Accessible Parking

For more information on Aqua Wave Swim School call 949.455.2535

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