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Best Equipment for Hydrotherapy — Freestanding Underwater Treadmills

| Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Aquatic Education, Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, Physical Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Research, Training Tips, Water Therapy, Water Treadmill

Let us step into a new era of rehabilitation and fitness with the best equipment for hydrotherapy — freestanding underwater treadmills. It’s a water treadmill for humans that provides exercise and a novel approach to healing and recovery.  The therapeutic aquatic treadmill market is growing as more people learn about this option. Research shows that […]

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8 Must-Have Hydrotherapy Accessories for Athletic Trainers

| Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Athletic Training, Training Tips

Hydrotherapy is a dynamic treatment that can be used for every stage of training to optimize performance. In this accessory guide we’re reviewing 8 tools that can help you level up hydrotherapy treatments for your athletes.

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How to Recover From a Marathon

| Posted in: Athletic Training

Are you preparing to run a marathon? If so, you should be exceptionally proud of yourself! That’s an accomplishment not many athletes achieve in their careers. This form of running pushes your body for more than 26 miles without breaks, so you’ll need to train yourself beforehand to ensure you’re in top shape. However, pre-race […]

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How to Make the Most of Your Athletes’ Rest Days

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While your athletes need exercise and training to keep their bodies in top shape, you need to ensure they avoid constant strenuous activity. Otherwise, they can hinder their progress by overworking themselves. A balanced fitness schedule will ensure they’re on the right track but don’t sustain any injuries along the way.  To help your team […]

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Ultimate Guide to Active Recovery for Your Athletes

| Posted in: Athletic Training

After a vigorous workout, is it better for an athlete to rest on the couch or to participate in another form of less intense exercise? With some exceptions, active recovery — or taking things a little bit more slowly than usual — is often the best way to bounce back from a challenging workout. Whether […]

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Hydrotherapy in Athletics: Use HydroTherapy at Every Stage of Training to Optimize Performance

| Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, Rehabilitation Tips, Water Treadmill

Achieving optimal athletic performance takes more than just natural ability, mental focus, and resilience. It requires a 3-pronged approach to managing physical health that includes maximizing training, managing recovery, and mitigating injury. Did you know that hydrotherapy can be used for all three? Whether your athletes are maintaining during the off-season, optimizing performance during the […]

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Making Waves from Rehabilitation to Recovery: Aquatic Therapy is a Versatile Modality for a Wide Patient Population

| Posted in: Athletic Training, Guest Bloggers, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips

Have you heard aquatic therapy is only for walking and running? Or, perhaps you’ve heard aquatic therapy is just for athletes? The truth is, aquatic therapy is a versatile treatment option that provides value for a wide range of conditions and patients.

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NATA 2023 Conference Recap

| Posted in: Athletic Training, HydroWorx, Uncategorized

Behind the scenes: how do we get operational underwater treadmills on the show floor?

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5 Popular Hydrotherapy Pool Pairings for Athletic Facilities

| Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training

1: HydroWorx 750 & Classic Plunges What we love: The 750 offers an optional deep well for additional rehab exercises beyond what can be completed with the multiple floor levels and standard underwater treadmill. Our Classic plunges come in three size configurations and can be set to hot or cold. These two pools create a […]

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Facility Spotlight: Colorado State University

| Posted in: Facility Spotlight, Athletic Training

Colorado 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. […]

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