Aquatic Therapy Can Help You Live An Active Life
Sources: Do you have pain or old injuries that make daily life a struggle? Are you looking for a safe but effective way to resolve with Aquatic Therapy these issues and kick-start a healthier way of living? Our highly skilled physical therapists at SMART Sports Medicine can help give you the tools to get your health back and make sure you live an active lifestyle!
Regardless of whether you recently had surgery, are recovering from an injury (old or new), or want to start taking better care of yourself, aquatic physical therapy can help. Our physical therapists use the most advanced treatment programs, including aquatic therapy, to resolve all types of musculoskeletal disorders and can guide you back to health and fitness.
Getting to the root of the problem is essential to provide long-lasting solutions. Fortunately, our physical therapists at SMART Sports Medicine understand how a holistic approach to health is the key to staying active and enjoying life. Our team will conduct a thorough evaluation to find all the factors contributing to your situation and can guide you through, step by step, a program tailored to your personal needs.
If you’re struggling to recover from injuries and pain that are interfering with everyday activities or just looking for help to make life healthier and more active, request an appointment with our specialists at SMART Sports Medicine today!
Why you should choose aquatic therapy
There are several reasons to choose aquatic therapy. In some cases getting in the water is a better option than land-based therapy and exercises. A combination of aquatic and land therapy often helps you get the desired results. Our highly skilled therapist can help you find the right mix based on your specific needs.
Research has shown that physical therapy helps resolve pain and improve function and is also an effective way to enhance your overall health and well-being. Our physical therapists are dedicated to helping you get back to and maintain an active lifestyle and use methods like aquatic therapy to ensure our results.
Water’s natural properties, like buoyancy and hydrostatic pressure, set the stage for a highly therapeutic environment to address your physical impairments. Water also has a unique quality that allows our therapists to progress a movement or exercise just by having you increase the speed of your movement.
The faster you move, the more resistance water gives you. We can also adjust currents or create turbulence in the pool to make exercises more challenging without risking you falling and getting hurt.
The buoyancy of water supports the body and reduces the impact of gravity while performing exercises. Buoyancy also helps alleviate the pain associated with arthritis by providing a gentle decompression of the joints.
Most degenerative conditions in the lower back and lower extremities feel relief from this decompression, allowing pain-free movement and exercise. The deeper you stand, the more water supports your body, making it easy for our therapists to adjust the intensity of your workouts.
Hydrostatic pressure, inherent in water, facilitates circulation and lymphatic drainage. This helps reduce any inflammation in your body related to an injury or recent surgery. Hydrostatic pressure also helps athletes recover after an intense training session and minimizes muscle soreness.
At SMART Sports Medicine, we will develop an individualized aquatic therapy program that includes targeted mobility work, pain relief techniques, strengthening, and other appropriate water-based techniques. We know that aquatic therapy is an effective way to safely exercise, improve your function, and help you get back to an active lifestyle.
What to expect at your physical therapy appointments
Physical therapy at SMART Sports Medicine will start with a comprehensive evaluation that includes a thorough medical history and movement screen. Our therapists will use the information to design a program, including aquatic therapy when appropriate, for your specific situation.
Our team is highly skilled at using whatever therapeutic intervention, including aquatic therapy, to ensure your results. We will educate you about safe ways to move, use your energy more efficiently, reduce the risk of re-injury and enhance your overall health and well-being.
Aquatic therapy at SMART Sports Medicine is an excellent way to safely start a physical therapy program. Often we will combine targeted manual therapy, mobility work, and modalities with aquatic therapy to help alleviate pain and improve mobility.
As you progress, we often shift to strengthening, in and out of the water, and begin working on exercises to stimulate your nervous system and prepare your body for the demands of an active lifestyle.
Our programs ensure you get back to an active, healthy lifestyle!
Request an appointment at SMART Sports Medicine today!
Your SMART Sports Medicine physical therapist will design our therapy programs to help you get back to doing the things you love without pain. We understand that no two pain conditions are alike, and no two treatment plans should be either.
Call today to request an appointment and learn more about our aquatic therapy and the benefits of physical therapy for helping you achieve your goals!
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