Underwater Treadmill
Product Technology
Underwater Treadmill
Underwater Treadmill Technology:
Transforming Recovery, Performance & Wellness
Enable earlier interventions, serve more diverse populations, and deliver measurable outcomes across rehabilitation, athletic training, and wellness programs.
Clinical Versatility
One piece of equipment that serves multiple revenue streams and patient populations.
HydroWorx's patented underwater treadmill is integrated directly into the pool floor, featuring a polished stainless steel frame and cushioned belt that accommodates speeds from 0.1 to 10 MPH depending on the model. The surrounding water provides up to 80% body weight reduction, enabling patients and athletes to perform natural walking, running, and sports-specific movements with dramatically reduced joint impact. This unique combination of variable speed, programmable resistance jets, and adjustable water depth creates an unmatched therapeutic environment for early-stage rehabilitation, high-performance training, and active aging programs.
Speed Range: 0.1-10 MPH
- Accommodate early post-op patients through elite athlete training
- Eliminate the need for multiple rehabilitation modalities
- Progressive protocols from gentle walking to sprint training
Programmable Unweighting
- 20-100% body weight support at chest depth
- Progress patients safely through recovery protocols
- Reduce liability while accelerating return-to-function
Integrated Features
- Resistance jets for strength training
- Massage hose for soft tissue therapy
- Underwater cameras for gait analysis
- Depth-adjustable floor (select models)
Movement Capabilities
Forward/backward walking and running, lateral movements, plyometrics, sports-specific training, balance training, gait analysis and retraining
Clinical-Grade Durability
Polished stainless steel frame, professionally welded, cushioned belt surface safe for bare feet or shoes
Purpose-Built Design
25+ years of Research & Development focused on clinical outcomes, not recreational use. Patented integrated floor design.
Why Facilities Invest
Deliver better outcomes while strengthening your competitive position
Earlier
Intervention Start
Higher
Patient Throughput
Reduced
No-Show Rates
Expanded
Service Lines
Increase Patient Volume
- Start weight-bearing activities days or weeks sooner
- Reduce cancellations with safer environment
- Extend treatment windows with reduced fatigue
- Enable higher training frequency
Differentiate Your Facility
- Patented technology with unique features
- 100+ published case studies for physician confidence
- Insurance-friendly billing codes
- Create standout marketing content
Expand Revenue Streams
- Serve orthopedic, neurological, and chronic pain populations
- Attract athletic training contracts
- Create wellness and prevention programs
- Partner with corporate wellness initiatives
Applications Across Markets
One technology, three revenue models, click to explore your market
Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Clinics
Target Populations:
- Post-op orthopedic (joint replacements, anterior cruciate ligament/rotator cuff repairs, spinal surgeries)
- Neurological conditions (stroke, Parkinson's, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury)
- Chronic pain and arthritis management
- Work conditioning and return-to-work programs
Business Impact:
- Bill standard aquatic therapy codes (97113) plus evaluation and gait training codes
- Attract physician referrals with evidence-based outcomes
- Reduce staff injury risk—patients are more stable in water
- Create signature programs (e.g., "Joint Replacement Fast Track")
Athletic Training & Sports Performance
Target Populations:
- Professional, collegiate, and high school athletes
- Active recovery during injury
- Pre-season conditioning and injury prevention
- High-mileage endurance training
Business Impact:
- Secure team contracts with differentiated recovery protocols
- Reduce athlete downtime with same-day post-injury mobilization
- Enable 2x training volume without overuse injury risk
- Document movement quality with underwater video for coaching staff
Senior Living & Wellness Communities
Target Populations:
- Independent and assisted living residents
- Fall prevention and balance programs
- Arthritis and chronic disease management
- Social wellness and member engagement
Business Impact:
- Increase census with unique amenity that drives tours-to-move-ins
- Reduce fall-related incidents and associated liability costs
- Create Medicare-reimbursable programming (partner with physical therapy providers)
- Improve resident satisfaction and retention scores
- Market to adult children as evidence of quality care commitment
Clinical Evidence
Published research outcomes that support purchase justification and reimbursement
Competitive Edge
What sets HydroWorx apart in the aquatic therapy market
Industry-Leading Technology
- Depth-adjustable floor available on select models
- Widest speed range in the market (up to 10 MPH)
- Integrated design, not a retrofit solution
- Patented technology developed over 25+ years
Complete Support Ecosystem
- 24/7 technical support and service
- ROI consulting and business planning
- Staff training and certification programs
- Marketing support and co-branded materials