The Role of Hydrodynamics in Aquatic Rehabilitation
Posted on October 22, 2024 | Posted in: Rehabilitation TipsAquatic rehabilitation is a powerful tool for recovery, encompassing a range of therapies that utilize the unique properties of water. At the heart of this practice lies the role of hydrodynamics, the study of fluids in motion and their behavior. Understanding hydrodynamics is essential for therapists seeking to maximize the effectiveness of aquatic rehabilitation. The […]
Read MoreAquatic Therapy for ACL Rehabilitation: A Comprehensive Guide
Posted on October 10, 2024 | Posted in: Rehabilitation TipsACL injuries are among the most common knee injuries, significantly impacting an individual’s mobility and overall quality of life. These injuries often occur during sports activities that involve sudden changes in direction, landing from jumps, or direct collisions. The long road to recovery can be time-consuming and exhausting, but aquatic therapy is an effective rehabilitation […]
Read MoreThe Secret to Improving Mobility in Aging Patients: HydroTherapy
Posted on November 22, 2023 | Posted in: Senior Living Communities, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation TipsHydrotherapy isn’t just for rehabilitation—it’s a key to unlocking mobility and improved quality of life for seniors. As we age, maintaining our ability to move becomes increasingly important. Shocking statistics from The National Library of Medicine reveal that approximately 35% of seniors grapple with mobility issues that affect their daily lives. Furthermore, the CDC reports […]
Read MoreHydrotherapy in Athletics: Use HydroTherapy at Every Stage of Training to Optimize Performance
Posted on September 15, 2023 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation Tips, Water TreadmillAchieving optimal athletic performance takes more than just natural ability, mental focus, and resilience. It requires a 3-pronged approach to managing physical health that includes maximizing training, managing recovery, and mitigating injury. Did you know that hydrotherapy can be used for all three? Whether your athletes are maintaining during the off-season, optimizing performance during the […]
Read MoreMaking Waves from Rehabilitation to Recovery: Aquatic Therapy is a Versatile Modality for a Wide Patient Population
Posted on July 17, 2023 | Posted in: Athletic Training, Guest Bloggers, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation TipsHave you heard aquatic therapy is only for walking and running? Or, perhaps you’ve heard aquatic therapy is just for athletes? The truth is, aquatic therapy is a versatile treatment option that provides value for a wide range of conditions and patients.
Read MoreAquatic Therapy Exercises for Lower Body Injuries [4 Program Examples]
Posted on August 24, 2022 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips
Curious to know what an aquatic therapy session actually looks like? Wondering which exercises are used for different conditions? In this article, we’re giving you a behind-the-scenes look at four different aquatic therapy sessions for these lower body injuries: Aquatic Therapy Exercises for a Torn Hamstring After a slip on a wet floor, this patient […]
Read MoreFour Aquatic Therapy Exercises Using Just a Noodle
Posted on January 14, 2021 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Rehabilitation Tips, Water TherapyHydroWorx is kicking 2021 off in a healthy way and we have decided to provide you with four exercises that can be done with just the water and a pool noodle. These exercises can be done in any of our units ranging from the EVO to the HydroWorx 2000! Upper Body Aquatic Exercises These exercises […]
Read MoreResearch: Cold Water Immersion VS Whole Body Cryotherapy
Posted on October 25, 2019 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation Tips, Aquatic Therapy Research, Water TherapyAn international study on the effects of cold water immersion (CWI) as compared to whole body cryotherapy (WBC) was done to identify if one modality is better than another for recovery. Specifically, the study set out to examine the effects of CWI and WBC on femoral artery, blood flow and thermoregulatory responses. The study method […]
Read MoreFibromyalgia Rehab with the HydroWorx Pool
Posted on April 25, 2019 | Posted in: Aquatic Education, Aquatic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Water Therapy, Webinars
What Is Fibromyalgia Fibromyalgia is a myofascial pain syndrome. Its symptoms resemble those of arthritis, yet fibromyalgia affects the body’s soft tissue, not the joints. Symptoms include widespread pain, mental fog, chronic pain and fatigue. The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown, but tends to be triggered by stress, injury, surgery, emotional trauma, autoimmune disease […]
Read MoreAquatic HIIT | Increasing Fitness at Any Level
Posted on August 17, 2018 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Health & Wellness Stories, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Training Tips, underwater Treadmill Resources, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillWhile High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) is often used in training high level athletes, it has been shown to provide benefits for individuals at any age or fitness level. Why? In short, these workouts provide health benefits while saving time. Benefits of HIIT Bursts of intense training sandwiched between short rest periods, repeated for 15 […]
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