Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is a form of physiotherapy treatment conducted in a heated pool. Supervised by physiotherapists with specific training in hydrotherapy, clients undertake specifically designed exercises to help regain or enhance their physical wellbeing.

Role of physiotherapy

Clients are individually assessed by the physiotherapist conducting the hydrotherapy program. The physiotherapist then develops a tailored treatment plan conducted individually or in a group setting.

Benefits of physiotherapy

Movement in water is easier than on land. The effects of turbulence and buoyancy, combined with warm water, helps reduce pain and muscle spasm.

Patients do not need to be able to swim in order to benefit from hydrotherapy. The benefits of hydrotherapy are many and can help:

• strengthen muscles
• mobilise joints
• relieve pain
• promote relaxation
• improve general fitness
• develop water confidence
• people with a disability learn to swim
• improve balance and coordination
• people with Parkinson's Disease

Hydrotherapy is usually one component of an overall program. It can offer specific relief to people with:

• arthritic problems
• back and neck pain
• sports injuries
• work-related injuries
• Cerebral Palsy

It can also assist those who have experienced a stroke, brain injury, or for women before and after birth and for those recovering from orthopedic surgery.