Recover in the Warmth of our Heated Therapy Pools
PT@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?
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buouyancy of the water decreases compressive forces on the body, particularly the spine, to allow for more comfortable exercise.
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water provides resistance but also support to enable exercise progression that normally might be more challenging on land.
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hydro-static pressure from the water helps to reduce swelling in the legs and feet
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warm water temperature helps promote muscle relaxation and increase circulation
What conditions are Treated with Aquatic Therapy?
Aquatic physical therapy has been successful in treating a wide array of conditions including:
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rheumatoid arthritis
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osteoarthritis
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fibromyalgia
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polymyalgia rheumatica
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chronic back pain
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complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS)
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joint disorders
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lower extremity stress fractures requiring limited weight bearing
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peripheral neuropathy
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pre/post-surgical
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neurological and motor control deficiencies (i.e. CP, post-CVA, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis)
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general deconditioning
Our Aquatic Rehab Program is Customized to You
Aquatic 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.
