Getting Short-Stay Patients Better and Home Faster With Water
Posted on August 19, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Water TherapyShort-stay rehab patients who require surgery due to injury, or have to undergo an operation because of a medical condition, generally have three major concerns: Post-Op Recovery Speed. No one wants to spend a lot of time recovering – they are ready to get back to their normal daily lives quickly. The faster a person […]
Read More8 Patient Benefits of the HydroWorx Pool at Saluda Nursing Center in South Carolina
Posted on August 8, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Health & Wellness Stories, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized
Anyone who works with the senior population knows that clientele who are in their 60s and older encounter numerous health and social challenges. Seniors regularly face balance issues, post-surgical recovery, limited mobility, daily discomfort (from arthritis, osteoporosis, etc.) and stroke recovery. At the same time, they want to be able to stay as independent as possible, […]
Read MoreInnovative Ways Of Incorporating Aquatic Therapy Into Functional Rehab
Posted on July 22, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Uncategorized, Water Therapy
Protocols For Various Rehabilitation Progressions The Jacksonville Jaguars and their associate athletic trainer, Rod Scott, have a HydroWorx 2000 Series and 1200 Series pool, both featuring a fully adjustable pool floor. This feature has become a very critical component of the rehabilitation protocols because it allows Scott and his staff to treat athletes of varying […]
Read MoreOn-Demand Webinar Gives Insight on Innovative Co-Treatment of Rett Syndrome in an Aquatic Environment
Posted on July 1, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Education, Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Water Therapy, WebinarsInnovation is truly the key when it comes to working with patients who have unique conditions, including Rett Syndrome. Rett Syndrome is an often-misdiagnosed neurological disorder that mostly affects girls and causes a number of increasingly-challenging symptoms, including a period of developmental delay that usually starts at between 6-18 months of age. One group of […]
Read MoreIncrease Energy Levels With Aquatic Therapy
Posted on May 27, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, underwater Treadmill Resources, Water Therapy, Water Treadmill
Summer time and warmer weather typically mean more outdoor activities. For older adults with mobility and balance issues, this can cause a great deal of difficulty. Outdoor gardening, walking, golfing and other activities are often more appealing as the weather warms up, however they require more strength and stability than we give credit. One way to build muscle strength […]
Read MoreMeet Chuck, A HydroWorx Hero
Posted on May 5, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Uncategorized
We know you don’t take the word “hero” lightly. Neither do we. To us, a hero is someone who overcomes great odds, perseveres in the face of challenges and gives hope to everyone who hears his story. In other words, a person like Chuck. Chuck regularly exercises his lower and upper extremities in the HydroWorx […]
Read MoreIncrease Medicare Revenue with Aquatic Therapy
Posted on May 3, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Physical Therapy, underwater Treadmill Resources, Water Therapy, Water Treadmill
Senior-focused health care centers such as skilled nursing centers must continue to grow and expand their revenue in this increasingly competitive market. When looking for ways to attract additional inpatient and outpatient Medicare populations, Westview Health Care Center looked at aquatic therapy as a way to positively impact their brand image and revenue. How Aquatic […]
Read MoreEarly Post-Op Aquatic Therapy Can Be Key to Avoiding Psychological Barriers to Recovery
Posted on April 29, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, underwater Treadmill Resources, Water Therapy
Every physical therapist will admit that there is a psychological component to patient success when it comes to returning to activity after surgery. Patients with a positive outlook and experience will exhibit more willingness to push themselves than those who have a pessimistic approach to physical and occupational therapy. One of the main barriers to […]
Read MoreGERIATHLETICS: TRAINING COMPETITIVE ATHLETES OVER 65 WITH HIGH INTENSITY UNDERWATER Webinar On-Demand
Posted on March 24, 2016 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Water Therapy, Water Treadmill, Webinars
On March 8, 2016, we hosted the webinar, “Geriathletics: Training Competitive Athletes Over 65 with High Intensity Underwater.” Mike Studer, President and Co-owner of Northwest Rehabilitation Associates located in Salem, Oregon, presented key information to tailor aquatic programs for senior competitive senior athletes involved in activities such as recreational running and even triathlons. Mike has been […]
Read MoreUnderstanding the Financial Returns of Therapy Pools
Posted on December 3, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Marketing Ideas, underwater Treadmill Resources, Water Therapy
We believe in the amazing power of water and what it can do not only for your patients, but also for your business! We’ve recently added an interactive profit analyzer on our website to provide a high-level overview of what the return could be for your clinic. We have worked with many of our customers to find […]
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