What are the benefits of aquatic therapy?

- The buoyancy of water unloades joints and enables greater pain-free movement.

- The neutral warmth of water decreases pain and relaxes muscles.

- The resistance of water provides an excellent medium for increasing strength and endurance.

 

Who can benefit from aquatic therapy?

Pool therapy may be beneficial if you are currently under a doctor's care for conditions such as:

- Arthritis
- Back or Neck Injury
- Stroke
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Head Injuries
- Joint Replacement
- Orthopedic Injuries
- Neurologic Disorders

 

Where can you receive aquatic therapy?

We have aquatic therapy facilities in our Belpre and Barlow clinics. Our 20' x 12' indoor pools are kept at a warm and pleasant 92 degrees. Exercises can be performed in both shallow and deep water environments.