Hydrotherapy is a treatment modality which utilizes the properties of water to improve muscle and joint function. Treatment is provided in a heated pool via individually designed exercise programs or "hands on" physiotherapy techniques similar to land.
Benefits of Hydrotherapy include:
- reduced pain
- reduce swelling and improved circulation
- increased range of movement and flexibility
- decreased weight bearing forces
- improved co-ordination and movement
- improved postural control
- improved fitness and endurance
- relaxation
Conditions that benefit from hydrotherapy include:
- muscle and joint injuries
- post surgical conditions
- sporting injuries
- back pain and sciatica
- osteoporosis
- arthritis
- ante and post natal mothers
- long term disability