Free Webinar: Aquatics for Energy System Training & Metabolic Conditioning
Posted on December 9, 2014 | Posted in: HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Uncategorized, underwater treadmill, Water Therapy, WebinarsStamina is one of the six limiting but modifiable factors dictating success or failure for almost every athlete, regardless of sport. Michael Johnson Performance (MJP) utilizes aquatics across the stamina spectrum for metabolic conditioning, both in healthy and physically compromised athletes of all ages and sports. Join us on December 16, 2014 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm […]
Read MoreHappy Thanksgiving from HydroWorx
Posted on November 26, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillThanksgiving is a holiday known for its great feasts and family gatherings. Thanksgiving is also a time to reflect on the things we are grateful for that are often are overlooked throughout the year. At HydroWorx we are thankful for so many things, but to name just a few: our passionate team, our loyal customers, all […]
Read MoreVersatile HydroWorx 1200 Has Ability to Serve More
Posted on November 19, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Sports Stories, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillAs a clinician, it is critical to find equipment and technology that has the ability to serve a variety of patient types and even athletes. Aquatic therapy in the HydroWorx 1200 Series pool, that is being utilized at many facilities, clinics and communities around the globe, has the ability to positively impact almost any individual. […]
Read MoreFour Uses of Aquatic Therapy for Spinal Cord Injuries
Posted on November 17, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, underwater treadmill, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillThe recovery process for a brain or spinal cord injury can be long, complex and extremely difficult. Thankfully, there is a great deal of clinical evidence that shows aquatic therapy is a suitable environment for improving recovery times and patient outcomes for many reasons. An aquatic environment works well for neuromusclar reeducation and strengthening because water’s […]
Read MoreFree Webinar: The Use of Hydrotherapy for Gait Re-Education
Posted on November 11, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, WebinarsFollowing an injury, surgery or accident, re-establishing proper gait is extremely important for a successful recovery. Join us on November 18 from 11:00am to 12:00pm EST for the free webinar, “The Use of Hydrotherapy for Gait Re-Education.” Kerry Glendon, MSc BSc(Hons), mCSP, mMACP, mACPSEM, mAACP, Clinical Specialist, Perform at St. George’s Park, will cover how to […]
Read MorePublished Case Study Demonstrates Benefits of Water Exercise
Posted on November 6, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillResearch and case studies are continuing to provide proof of the advantages of water therapy over strictly land-based therapy. One study in particular, published in the International Journal of Aquatic Research and Education, “A Case Study: Mobility and Health Impact of an Aquatic Fitness Program for a Woman With Intellectual and Physical Disabilities,” provides a detailed […]
Read MoreGood Shepherd Penn Partners Elevates Patient Care
Posted on November 4, 2014 | Posted in: HydroWorx, In the News, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water Treadmill, WebinarsPenn Medicine in Philadelphia, PA created a brand new 13 story, state-of-the-art facility, called University City, to fulfill many unmet needs. The goal of this facility is to provide many services to a variety of patients, and according to a recent article, it does just that. This new facility has over 90 providers that are offering a large […]
Read MoreThe Impact of Aquatic Technology at Cox Monett Clinic
Posted on October 31, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Water TherapyRecently, we caught up with physical therapist Kevin Norris, rehab manager of the Cox Monett Clinic in Monett, Missouri. The clinic serves as the rehab arm of CoxHealth’s network of hospitals, specialty medical centers and urgent care facilities. As the rehab clinic quickly approaches its 2nd year anniversary with the HydroWorx 500 series pool, Kevin—who […]
Read MoreFun Facts to Lighten Your Halloween
Posted on October 31, 2014 | Posted in: HydroWorx, Life at HydroWorx, UncategorizedHappy Halloween from your friends at HydroWorx! We recently celebrated Halloween at HydroWorx with a costume contest, lunch, way too much candy and even a live musician. What do you think of our costumes? In addition to sharing our celebration with you, we have some interesting facts about Halloween to: The first Jack O’Lanterns were […]
Read MoreResearch Shows Underwater Treadmill Outperforms Land-Based Treadmill
Posted on October 29, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Research, Uncategorized, underwater treadmill, Water TherapyAthletes, weekend warriors and active adults may feel like a water workout is “too easy.” Often clinicians will question if their athletes or patients will be able to reach sufficient metabolic results on an underwater treadmill compared to a land-based treadmill that has the ability to incline, which raises the heart rate. However, a new […]
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