Aquatic physical therapy uses buoyancy and resistance of water to create a unique exercise environment. Our warm-water pool makes exercise easier and less painful for people recovering from injuries or suffering from chronic conditions. Aquatic physical therapy also uses hydrostatic pressure to decrease swelling and improve joint position. The warmth of the water relaxes muscles and improves blood flow to injured areas. People with muscle spasms, back pain and fibromyalgia typically find aquatic therapy especially beneficial.

In the Endless Pool clients work independently on exercises they have learned. Aquatic Therapy gives them an opportunity to rest and rehab overused muscles in the nearly weightless environment. Chest deep water dissipates 80% of a person’s body weight so an athlete can often work out at an intense level without risking further damage.

Aquatic Physical Therapy is designed to improve or maintain:

• aerobic capacity/endurance conditioning

• balance, coordination and agility

• body mechanics and postural stabilization

• cardiovascular function

• circulation

• decreased swelling

• flexibility

• function

• gait and locomotion

• muscle strength, power, and endurance

• relaxation and reduced stress

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Features of the Therapy Pool are:

Endless Lap
The endless lap is a large jet of water at one end of the pool that provides an adjustable water current to swim or run against. Effectively a treadmill for swimming.

 

Chair Lift
A hydraulic chair lift was recently added to give safe and comfortable access to the therapy pool for everyone.

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