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AQUATICS PROGRAM
AQUATIC THERAPY - therapeutic exercise
in water - provides a soothing, efficient method of
exercise for achieving movement. The water, which is
maintained at a temperature between 92-96 degrees, provides
a cushioning effect that protects the body from any
pounding or jarring movements. The ability to swim is
not necessary to participate in aquatic therapy. A doctor's
prescription is required.
PROGRAM OFFERINGS
DIAGNOSES TREATED
- Fractures
- Knee and Hip Replacements
- Osteoarthritis
- Orthopedic Injuries
- Sports-related Injuries
- Stroke
- Amputations
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Post-Polio Syndrome
- Spinal Cord Injury
- Pulmonary Disease
- Guillain Barre
- Chronic Pain Syndrome
- Brain Injury
- Rheumatic Disorders
- Cardiac Disorders
- Developmental Disorders
HEALING PROPERTIES
The physical properties of water diminish the effects
of gravity, allowing for:
- Earlier movement of the limbs and functional mobility
training
- Reduction of pain
- Muscle relaxation
- Improved flexibility
- Improved cardiovascular endurance
- Pressure relief and improved circulation
- Improved balance and coordination
- Increased strength
Immersed in chest-high water, people bear only 20 percent
of their body weight on their legs. The remaining 80
percent is supported by the buoyant environment of the
water. Warmer temperatures relax muscles, making for
a better workout.
Exercise in the water also provides more of a workout
than exercise on land. One hour of land aerobic exercise
is equal to 30 minutes of water aerobic exercise.
Aquatic Therapy offers people various
levels of water exercise and adapted swimming, as recommended
by their physicians. Each patient receives individualized
therapy which may include:
- Strengthening and flexibility exercises
- Endurance training
- Gait training
- Relaxation
- Modified swimming instruction
- Pain reduction
- Balance and coordination activities
ABOUT THE THERAPEUTIC POOL
Accessibility
Innovative's therapeutic pool's are specially designed
for people with injuries and disabilities.
Features include:
- Hydraulic patient lift
- Built-in treadmill with handrails
- Stairs withrails
- Bench in the water for those who need to sit while
exercising
- Underwater video cameras
- Massage hoses
- Resistance jets for swimming in place
- Accessible locker rooms and showers
Aquacize
is a community pool exercise program for people of all
ages with disabilities and for older adults. Members
may use the pool Monday-Saturday during posted hours
at the Del Mar location.
Convenient Hours:
Aquatic therapy is available at Innovative Physical
Therapy, Monday-Friday and Saturdays by appointment.
Aquacize classes and pool hours are available Monday-Saturday.
Call the Del Mar clinic for current schedule: (956)
725.2882.
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