10 Things You Can Do While Awaiting Elective Surgery
Posted on June 4, 2021 | Posted in: UncategorizedCOVID-19 delayed multiple non-essential surgeries causing many to wonder what they can do to minimize their pain and stay healthy until they can schedule their surgeries. Here are a few options to consider: Speak to your health care provider about the pros and cons of getting vaccinated for COVID. Continue good hygiene. Wash your hands […]
Read MoreManaging Chronic Pain While Waiting for Elective Surgeries
Posted on May 28, 2021 | Posted in: UncategorizedNearly 83.5% of all elective orthopedic procedures performed in the US have been delayed, postponed, or canceled since the outbreak of COVID-19. Limited hospital beds, equipment and staffing combined with a focus on decreasing transmission were immediate concerns that caused a great shift in medical priorities over the last year. Unfortunately, non-essential procedures account for […]
Read More4 Strategies for a Successful Wellness Program
Posted on May 4, 2021 | Posted in: UncategorizedAquatic therapy is usually the catalyst for the implementation of a HydroWorx system, but several of our customers have also seen success from adding wellness or maintenance programs due to popular demand from their patients. These facilities found that their patients love the water and want to continue using the pool even after their physical […]
Read MoreFour Upper Body Aquatic Exercises
Posted on January 27, 2021 | Posted in: UncategorizedAs your patients continue to work to reach their health goals, finding different aquatic exercises is a great way to help them. Similar to the last four exercises, all you need for these upper body aquatic exercises is a pool noodle and a body of water. These exercises include: Noodle paddle pull through Noodle biking […]
Read MoreAquatic Therapy for Military Members and Veterans
Posted on December 10, 2020 | Posted in: UncategorizedHydroWorx is proud to provide world-class care to military members and veterans throughout the country. Our products are used to treat recovering warriors preparing for active duty or returning to civilian life. These brave men and women do so much for our country, and we are honored that they utilize HydroWorx’s water solutions to improve […]
Read MoreFacility Spotlight: Classic Rehabilitation
Posted on December 1, 2020 | Posted in: UncategorizedWe are excited to shine our facility spotlight on Classic Rehabilitation, Inc in Arlington, TX, Grand Prairie, TX, and Bedford, TX. Classic Rehabilitation is a long-term customer of HydroWorx. Their Aquatic Therapy Program treats various patients at multiple locations. They installed a HydroWorx 500 series pool at their Grand Prairie,TX location in 2006, and installed a HydroWorx 750i […]
Read MorePositive Effects of Water Therapy on PTSD
Posted on November 11, 2020 | Posted in: UncategorizedOn this veterans day, we want to take some time to thank the men and women who have served our country and pay our respects to the ones who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We know that so many veterans suffer from varying levels of PTSD and we want you to know that […]
Read MoreAquatic Therapy Benefits for Active Aging Seniors
Posted on October 15, 2020 | Posted in: UncategorizedAquatic therapy is one form of treatment we see physical therapists embracing and adapting to their patient’s plan of care with great outcomes and satisfaction. Aquatic therapy offers a unique opportunity to place therapy patients in a safe, comfortable environment that challenges patients while minimizing their pain, soreness, and swelling. Although aquatic therapy has been […]
Read MoreWebinar Recap: Utilizing Aquatic Therapy for Bankart Rehabilitation
Posted on October 2, 2020 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Webinars
As part of the Spring Sports Medicine CEU program, Jeremy Braziel (Athletic Trainer at the Shoulder Center of Arkansas) presented on utilizing aquatic therapy for treating patients who are recovering from shoulder injuries. Jeremy shared information on the management of labral injuries, the benefits of the aquatic environment, specific aquatic exercises for shoulder injuries and […]
Read MoreResearch Shows Effects of Aquatic Walking For Peripheral Artery Disease Patients
Posted on June 1, 2020 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Physical Therapy, Research, Uncategorized, underwater treadmill, Water Therapy
According to the National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute, peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common condition and circulatory problem which causes the arteries to become narrowed and stiffened due to an accumulation of plaque in the arteries. This accumulation of plaque or fatty deposits causes a reduction in blood flow which results in the […]
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