Patellar Tendon Revision Case Study: Professional Wakeboarder
Posted on April 9, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports Stories, underwater Treadmill Resources, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillThis 22 year old professional wakeboarder underwent a patellar tendon revision. He previously had a patellar tendon repair and an ACL repair on the same knee. Following the patellar tendon revision, he began his rehab at 10 weeks post op in the HydroWorx pool at Michael Johnson Performance. During the early stages of his pool rehab, […]
Read MorePartial ACL & PCL Tear: Using Aquatic Therapy in Place of Surgery
Posted on March 19, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Water TherapyAccording to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the most commonly injured ligaments of the knee. The incidence of ACL injuries is currently estimated at approximately 200,000 annually, with 100,000 ACL reconstructions performed each year. We recently learned of a case of someone opting out of surgery for […]
Read MoreOne Month into the New Year
Posted on February 5, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Education, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, underwater Treadmill Resources, WebinarsDon’t let your residents lose focus on healthy goals. Try These 25 Awesome Aquatic Exercises Perfect for Aging Adults! Aquatic exercising in a HydroWorx therapy pool might just be the best kept secret to keeping people active and healthy throughout their lifetimes. It can even be done by individuals with limited mobility, without fear of […]
Read MoreRelief from Chronic Pain and Stiffness with Warm Water Program
Posted on December 5, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Water TherapyChronic pain and muscle stiffness are common problems in older adults. The more that they have pain while moving, the less they are willing to do activities, which exacerbates the problem. Often an exercise program can help alleviate some of the pain and stiffness, but the soreness and fear of falling that come with it, leave […]
Read MoreAchilles 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 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 MoreBack Pain Relief with Aquatic Therapy
Posted on June 27, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Physical TherapyA case study from our archives is a good reminder of the power of aquatic therapy, especially for those with severe back pain. Nancy had a long history of back and neck problems and eventually had a laminectomy many years ago. A laminectomy involves removing a portion of the vertebrae (the lamina) to relieve pressure […]
Read MoreHow Soon is Too Soon? The Best Time Frame for Beginning Aquatic Rehabilitation
Posted on May 8, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Rehabilitation TipsGetting athletes or patients into the water as soon as possible is an integral part of providing an enhanced and speedy recovery. The earlier the individual can begin their rehabilitation, the sooner they are able to return to what they need and love to do. The ability to get an injury or repaired joint moving […]
Read MoreQuadriplegic Works on Walking in the Water
Posted on May 6, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Health & Wellness Stories, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized, Water TreadmillA spinal cord injury is known as any damage or trauma that impairs, damages, or inhibits function of the spine. Alex Guizzetti was in a car accident in November of 2010, that resulted in an life-changing spinal injury. Following the accident, Alex was labeled as a quadriplegic; he was unable to walk and had to […]
Read MorePregnant Mom of Three Fights Through Guillain Barre Syndrome
Posted on February 21, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Health & Wellness Stories, Physical Therapy, Water TherapyBridget Hamilton, a mom of three with another on the way, used to do everything in her power to keep up with her busy day. She worked a full-time job as a teacher at a Dubuque Elementary School. But at the age of 30 Bridget, who was 10 weeks pregnant with her 4th child, was […]
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