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Aquatic Therapy
Recover in the Warmth of our Heated Therapy PoolsPT@acac has access to therapeutic pools at both acac Fitness & Wellness center locations, Albemarle Square and Downtown. The warm water pools are maintained at 94 degrees F to provide a soothing, relaxing environment for painful joints and muscles while performing exercises during your therapy session. The pool depth ranges from 3.5 feet to 7 feet with ample room for walking and other aquatic exercises. For patients who do not tolerate the warmer temperatures or need a higher intensity aquatic program, PT@acac has access to a larger activity pool that is kept at 85 degrees F. What are the benefits of Aquatic Therapy?
What conditions are Treated with Aquatic Therapy?Aquatic physical therapy has been successful in treating a wide array of conditions including:
Our Aquatic Rehab Program is Customized to YouAquatic physical therapy applies standard physical therapy practices & principles but with the patient in the water. Before initiating aquatic physical therapy, the patient is evaluated by a physical therapist in the clinic and a personalized plan of care is determined. Most patients are guided through exercises with the therapist on the pool deck; should you require a higher level of assistance, the therapist may be able to be in the water with you. |