Aquatic therapy, or pool therapy, is ideal for relieving pain and improving
function. Water provides a fun, comfortable environment to re-initiate
limb and body movement.
Aquatic therapy is available in the adaptive pool at Allied Services Wilkes-Barre
Rehab Center with the support of our experienced physical therapists.
We use specially designed exercise equipment and train you in specific
exercise movements. In addition, our therapy team will personalize your
treatment plan to your specific needs and goals.
Therapy takes place in the heated pool and is an ideal method to relieve
pain and improve function because it uses the physical properties of water
to assist in patient healing. Warm water helps to increase circulation,
respiratory rate, muscle metabolism, strength, flexibility, and ease of
movement while reducing pain through decreased weight-bearing and reduced
joint stress.
Conditions Treated
Aquatic therapy can be advantageous for people unable to exercise on land.
Some conditions that may benefit from aquatic therapy include:
Arthritis
Back pain
Post-joint replacement or orthopedic surgeries
Fibromyalgia
Chronic pain conditions that have limited function
Any orthopedic condition with pain or limited function
Stroke
Spinal Cord Injury
Head Injury
Neck, shoulder, and arm pain
Aquatic therapy can be ideal if you’re recovering from an injury
or illness and need water rehab services or looking to improve overall
fitness and sports performance. In addition, most people living with a
disability can participate in aquatic therapy, and swimming experience
is unnecessary.
Benefits of Aquatic Therapy
Buoyancy: The buoyancy of water supports up to 90% of body weight, reducing the force
of stress placed on the joints and making it easier and less painful to
perform exercises.
Resistance: The viscosity of water provides an excellent source of resistance in all
directions, allowing muscle strengthening without weights.
Hydrostatic Pressure: The water surrounding the body decreases joint and soft tissue swelling,
blood pressure, and spasticity.
Heat: The warmth of the water relaxes muscles and vasodilates vessels, increasing
blood flow to injured areas and allowing for an increased range of motion.
Referrals and Insurance
Patients need a prescription from their doctor to enroll in aquatic therapy
at Allied Services. Most health insurance policies provide insurance coverage
for this program.
To schedule an appointment, contact Allied Services in Wilkes-Barre at
570-826-3900. Contact us to learn more, or start your
referral process today.
