Achilles Tendon Rehab for MLS Soccer Player
Posted on November 14, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation Tips, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports Stories, Training TipsThe recovery from an achilles tendon rupture can be long and painful, especially when it happens in the first game of a season. Jay DeMerit of the Vancouver Whitecaps, experienced just that, only 6 minutes into the start of the 2013 season. Thankfully he had access to the amazing staff and facilities at Fortius Sport […]
Read MoreUsing Warm Water Therapy for Patient Morale
Posted on October 3, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Water TherapyDo you have patients who skip their physical therapy sessions or are frustrated with their rehabilitation program? Many times, patients who require physical therapy for an extended period of time or who experience a lot of pain with rehab stop showing up for appointments or get frustrated and demotivated by their progress. Aquatic therapy can be used as a […]
Read More10 Basketball Drill Ideas for Aquatic Training
Posted on October 2, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Athletic Training, Sports Medicine Resources, Training TipsWith the NBA pre-season starting next week, it’s appropriate to provide some ideas for taking conditioning to the pools. A little bit of technology and a lot of creativity can challenge even well-conditioned athletes. The buoyancy and the natural viscosity of the water provide a different environment for executing common land drills with a very different effect. Tim DiFrancesco is […]
Read MoreA Business Plan for Success: 4 Opportunities for Generating Revenue
Posted on September 19, 2014 | Posted in: Marketing Ideas, Physical Therapy, Water TherapyCommitting to a big purchase can be an exciting but challenging decision. What if we told you that our team could offer a roadmap for your success before investing? Since success looks different for everyone, we have compiled some great tips and information to help you create a unique success plan when purchasing an aquatic therapy pool for your hospital, spa or physical therapy or sports medicine training facility. Download our Business […]
Read MoreUpcoming Webcast: Aquatic Therapy for the Aging Adult
Posted on September 17, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Education, Aquatic Therapy, WebinarsStaying active as we age is important for maintaining balance, agility and coordination. Aquatic therapy can provide the ideal medium for comfortably and safely staying active. Join us for an exciting webcast, streaming live from the HydroWorx pool at Leg Up Farm in Mt. Wolf, PA. The webcast will take place on September 23, 2014 […]
Read MoreWater Therapy Deemed "Life-Changing" for Patient with Hemophilia
Posted on September 5, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Health & Wellness Stories, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillRecently, we reached 23, 205 lives touched daily by HydroWorx technology. This is a story of one of those lives that has been impacted by the healing power of water and HydroWorx technology. According to Cleveland Clinic, hemophilia is a rare hereditary bleeding disorder in which blood cannot clot normally at the site of a […]
Read MoreThree Ways Water Eases Osteoarthritis
Posted on September 4, 2014 | Posted in: OsteoarthritisAccording to the CDC, 13.9% of American adults suffer from osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis. Osteoarthritis includes a degenerative breakdown of tissues that eventually causes joint pain. Although there is no cure for the disease, there are many ways to relieve the symptoms, including aquatic therapy. The soothing properties of water, combined with […]
Read More6 Fun Facts about Labor Day!
Posted on September 1, 2014 | Posted in: HydroWorx, In the News, UncategorizedHappy Labor Day! Many of us will be enjoying this day off of work to celebrate the end of summer with family and friends at picnics, pool parties and BBQs. Here are some fun and interesting facts about Labor Day that might help you out in the next game of Trivial Pursuit! Labor Day Facts […]
Read More5 Reasons All Athletes Should Train Underwater
Posted on August 28, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Athletic Training, Running, Training TipsWe may not all be professional athletes, but any level of athlete can benefit from underwater running. Whether you are a weekend warrior, a collegiate all-star, first-time 5k runner, professional baseball player or high school lacrosse player, incorporating water into workouts can provide powerful physical and psychological benefits. Here are just five of the ways that […]
Read MoreHydroWorx Track Club
Posted on August 11, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Running, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports StoriesThe HydroWorx Track Club was formed in the summer of 2013, just in time for the team of local Central Pennsylvania runners to get suited up for the Harrisburg Mile, the area’s biggest road race. The team won 3 of the 4 elite categories that evening, and has not looked back since. HydroWorx’s support of […]
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