As part of a comprehensive physical therapy program, aquatic therapy uses the natural resistance and buoyancy of water to stimulate muscles and connective tissue, promoting blood flow and reducing pain.
Aquatic therapy is a skilled intervention performed in a pool or other aquatic environment. The buoyancy of the water removes the pressure put on limbs during land-based treatments. This is especially helpful for patients who cannot fully bear the weight needed to successfully complete their plan of care, which further delays healing and progression.
At PT Solutions, our physical therapists are trained and certified in providing treatment plans using aquatic therapy. Your plan will be developed based on your individual needs and goals discussed in our initial evaluation process.
This service is available at select locations. Please contact your preferred clinic for more information.
Aquatic therapy is essentially physical therapy that takes place in a pool. The difference is that in water, there is less impact on joints. The natural properties of water provide an ideal environment for patients who find it difficult to conduct regular treatments.
Aquatic therapy helps patients achieve:
Aquatic therapy is essentially physical therapy that takes place in a pool. The difference is that in water, there is less impact on joints. The natural properties of water provide an ideal environment for patients who find it difficult to conduct regular treatments.
Aquatic therapy helps patients achieve:
Aquatic therapy aids recovery in physical, occupational, sports, and neurological therapy by improving strength, mobility, and coordination in a low-impact, pain-reducing environment.
If you’re struggling with limited movement or joint pain, aquatic therapy can offer a gentle yet effective treatment. Your physical therapist will assess if it’s the right fit for your recovery.
If you’re struggling with limited movement or joint pain, aquatic therapy can offer a gentle yet effective treatment. Your physical therapist will assess if it’s the right fit for your recovery.