Facility Spotlight: Colorado State University
Posted on March 3, 2023 | Posted in: Facility Spotlight, Athletic TrainingColorado State University in Fort Collins, CO was originally founded as the “Colorado Agricultural College” in 1870 and is now among the nation’s leading research universities. Not only does this school have a great deal to offer in terms of academics and extra-curricular activities, but it is located in an amazing part of the country. […]
Read MoreHydrotherapy for Basketball: Athletic Trainers Share Their Stories
Posted on February 22, 2023 | Posted in: Athletic Training, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports StoriesWhat recovery strategies do athletic trainers use to keep basketball players on top of their game? How do athletic trainers structure rehab programs for injured basketball players? Which actions can be taken to prevent future injuries? How can players stay in shape while recovering from injury? All of these questions can be addressed by answering […]
Read MoreStarting An Aquatic Therapy Program: Q&A With Rock Valley PT
Posted on February 21, 2023 | Posted in: Featured, Facility Spotlight, Aquatic Therapy, Physical TherapyWhat are the pros and cons of offering aquatic therapy off-site vs in-house? How can a clinic use aquatic therapy to increase revenue? Which aquatic therapy pool is best for clinics? Rock Valley Physical Therapy in Davenport, IA set out to answer these questions as they began their aquatic therapy program, which proved to be […]
Read MoreFacility Spotlight: The Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Institute
Posted on January 16, 2023 | Posted in: Facility Spotlight, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Sports Medicine ResourcesFinding ways to set themselves apart from competitors is critical for any clinic in today’s competitive landscape. The Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Institute saw a significant positive impact on their clinic after offering aquatic therapy for only a few months. Weldon Russo, PT, OT, and OSMI director shared, “From a purely financial standpoint, OSMI is able […]
Read MoreTriathlete Works Hard to Return from Devastating Injury Using Aquatic Therapy
Posted on December 27, 2022 | Posted in: Featured, Aquatic Therapy, Health & Wellness Stories, UncategorizedDave Cummings, a talented triathlete, competed in about 5 triathlons every year and usually finished in the top three in his age group. One cold February day, when Dave was training on his bicycle outside, he was struck by a vehicle that ran a stop sign. The driver was on a cell phone, and believing […]
Read More6 Steps to Get Started with Aquatics in 2023
Posted on December 21, 2022 | Posted in: Featured, Aquatic Therapy, Water TherapyDoes the idea of starting an aquatics program seem overwhelming? Are you concerned that putting in a therapy pool will be a complicated process? Wondering if it will be worth it? These are valid questions that many people face when considering aquatics for their facility. Below are six basic action steps to simplify getting started […]
Read MoreHydroWorx Announces Expansion into Veterinary Medicine- Offering Premier Hydrotherapy to Pets
Posted on May 27, 2022 | Posted in: News StoriesHydrotherapy company specializing in the rehabilitation of collegiate and professional athletes, pediatrics, and aging adults launches new product line for pet rehabilitation. MIDDLETOWN, PA (May 27, 2022) —HydroWorx, the industry’s foremost provider of performance and rehabilitative hydrotherapy solutions, has launched a new product line for animal health. For decades, HydroWorx has played a role in […]
Read MoreFacility Spotlight: VTFC Is Improving Patient Outlook with Aquatic Therapy
Posted on March 24, 2022 | Posted in: UncategorizedWe recently sat down with Casey Edwards, DPT from Virginia Therapy & Fitness Center (VTFC), and learned more about their business and how they use aquatic therapy in their HydroWorx 350. VTFC is a subsidiary of Virginia Spine Institute, and while it seems natural that they receive many of their referrals through Virginia Spine Institute, […]
Read MoreBenefits of Aquatics on Heart Health
Posted on February 18, 2022 | Posted in: UncategorizedHeart disease emerged as the leading cause of death globally in the mid-1900s. Today, many nations are cutting this mortality rate through public health education. Most people now know the basics—smoking, physical inactivity, obesity and unhealthy diets harm their heart. At least 80% of premature deaths from heart disease and stroke can be avoided. Heart disease is the leading […]
Read More7 Benefits of Co-Treating in an Aquatic Setting
Posted on February 9, 2022 | Posted in: UncategorizedTherapy in a rehabilitation setting is often comprised of a team consisting of physical, occupational and speech therapists. The purpose of these disciplines and rehabilitation teams is to provide care to individuals whose lives have been affected by disease, injury, or disability, or have found themselves having physical challenges with daily life. These therapists help individuals […]
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