Ellsworth, Maine Boasts New Senior Living Community
Posted on February 26, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, In the News, Physical Therapy, Water Therapy, Water Treadmill, WebinarsThe following blog post has been summarized from the recent press release, “Innovation in Ellsworth,” published on February 26, 2015. Seaport Village, located in Ellsworth, ME, is a brand new, 63,600-square-foot, two-story facility that holds 91 beds — 61 for nursing care, including rehabilitation services, and the other 30 for assisted living. The project had been in the works […]
Read MoreIs Underwater Treadmill Training Valuable for Athletes?
Posted on November 21, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Athletic Training, Aquatic Therapy Research, Sports Medicine Resources, Training Tips, Water TreadmillNumerous studies have shown the benefits of running underwater and using an underwater treadmill. University Of Idaho Study One study, in particular, done by the Division of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance from the University of Idaho ‘investigated the cardio-respiratory responses elicited during maximal-effort runs’ using an underwater treadmill and a land treadmill. There […]
Read MoreWater Therapy Deemed "Life-Changing" for Patient with Hemophilia
Posted on September 5, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Health & Wellness Stories, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillRecently, we reached 23, 205 lives touched daily by HydroWorx technology. This is a story of one of those lives that has been impacted by the healing power of water and HydroWorx technology. According to Cleveland Clinic, hemophilia is a rare hereditary bleeding disorder in which blood cannot clot normally at the site of a […]
Read MoreWorld Class Technology and Therapy for World Class Soldiers
Posted on July 14, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, HydroWorx, In the News, Physical Therapy, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillThe following information has been summarized from the recent article in Government Recreation and Fitness titled, “Tactical Athletes…Naval Special Warfare Building More Resilient Warriors.” For those who are completing some of the most challenging and dangerous missions in the military, it is essential that they receive the best training, equipment and resources. “Our mission is […]
Read MoreCommon Symptoms of Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
Posted on June 19, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Water TreadmillA patient with thoracic outlet syndrome can experience a range of symptoms. However, symptom severity will depend on the level of compression the individual experiences. Here’s a brief list of symptoms common to patients with thoracic outlet syndrome: Some patients experience compression of their nerves and blood vessels in this area after a serious car accident […]
Read MoreWhat it Means to be a HydroWorx Customer
Posted on June 12, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Life at HydroWorx, Uncategorized, Water TreadmillWhen you invest your time, energy and finances to integrate a HydroWorx pool into your facility, you don’t just get a pool. We want you and your organization to succeed. We are committed to helping your aquatic therapy program thrive and could not be more delighted to have you join our ever-growing list of customers. […]
Read MoreEhlers-Danlos Syndrome Patient Gaining Strength with Aquatic Therapy
Posted on June 6, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillWhat Is Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) is a connective tissue disorder that is caused by a combination of genetic disorders, that ultimately cause a defect in collagen. Collagen affects the connective tissues responsible for sustaining and structuring the blood vessels, bones, organs, and skin. Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome may affect some of these bodily structures […]
Read MoreOrthoCarolina Integrates a HydroWorx for a Second Time
Posted on April 16, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillAs healthcare and patient needs continue to evolve, OrthoCarolina has integrated a second HydroWorx pool to offer more health benefits for people in need of aquatic physical therapy and alternatives to land-based exercise. Aquatic therapy had become so popular at OrthoCarolina that they sometimes had difficulty getting every patient in their pool. Their HydroWorx InstaFit Series […]
Read MoreTake A Swing With Aquatic Therapy
Posted on March 28, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports Stories, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillIf you like to golf at all, then you know that golf season is upon us. Athletes that are gearing up for competition are already in full swing preparing and training for their season. In order for a golfer to perform to the best of their ability, maintaining fitness levels and perfecting their golf mechanics are some […]
Read MoreAquatic Therapy Benefits Pitcher with Broken Femur
Posted on January 17, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Athletic Training, HydroWorx, Rehabilitation Tips, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports Stories, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillWith the 2014 Major League Baseball spring training season right around the corner, here is one way to provide rehabilitation to an athlete who may have an injured femur. This case study revolves around a 19 year old baseball pitcher from Alderson-Broaddus College in West Virginia. The athlete broke his femur in a car accident […]
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