Aquatic Therapy

What is Aquatic Physical Therapy?

• The use of water to enhance evidence-based physical therapy practice.
• Performance of therapeutic exercise and manual techniques while using the properties of water to un-weight or provide resistance.

What Conditions Benefit from Aquatic Physical Therapy?

• Sprains/strains/bruises • Low endurance
• Tendinitis/bursitis/fractures • Arthritis, low back pain, foot pain
• Complex regional pain syndrome • Orthopedic pre-surgery/post-surgery procedures (with MD clearance)

Facility Information:

• Pool depth is 4.5 feet at its deepest point • Full locker room available with showers
• Pool temperature is 82 degrees Fahrenheit • Semi-enclosed pool
• Physical therapy clinic located at the same • Licensed therapy staff facility as the pool