Aquatic Therapy – Applications in Obesity Rehabilitation
Aquatic exercise would seem to offer the safest and most protective environment for obese individuals because of the buoyancy effects of immersion, which minimizes the risk of joint injury.
Aquatic Therapy – Applications in Geriatric and Osteoporosis Rehabilitation
Aquatic exercise has been successfully used to improve balance and coordination in older individuals, who face an increased risk of falling
Aquatic Therapy – Applications in Athletic Training
There is a substantial volume of literature that supports the potential value of using aquatic exercise as a cross-training mode
Aquatic Therapy – Applications in Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Water immersion causes significant effects on the musculoskeletal system. The effects are caused by the compressive effects of immersion as well as reflex regulation of blood vessel tone.
Hydrotherapy and Aquatic Therapy
Aquatic therapy is physical therapy that takes place in a pool or other aquatic environment under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional.