What Are the Benefits of Aqua Therapy?
Aquatic therapy refers to therapy done in an aquatic setting, such as a pool. Aqua therapy is beneficial in ways other types of therapy can't be and is effective for people of different abilities.
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Atmosphere
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Under the proper supervision of an aquatic therapist, pool therapy is a risk-free form of therapy. Unlike physical therapy done on land, there are no hard surfaces in pool therapy for a patient to fall and hurt herself on.
Water Effects
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Water is a very beneficial environment for therapy. Water reduces muscle strain put on the body from gravity and increases the body's range of motion.
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Activities
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Cardiovascular endurance and conditioning exercises are the focus of aquatic therapy. Swimming, walking and jogging are examples of some activities done in pool therapy.
Water Walking
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Walking in water helps to improve balance and coordination. Done regularly, the progress made with balance and coordination in aqua therapy will crossover into movement on land.
Considerations
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Pool therapy is a fun environment for children. Your child is more likely to show enthusiasm towards therapy with aquatic therapy.
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