6 Fun Facts about Labor Day!
Posted on September 1, 2014 | Posted in: HydroWorx, In the News, UncategorizedHappy Labor Day! Many of us will be enjoying this day off of work to celebrate the end of summer with family and friends at picnics, pool parties and BBQs. Here are some fun and interesting facts about Labor Day that might help you out in the next game of Trivial Pursuit! Labor Day Facts […]
Read More5 Reasons All Athletes Should Train Underwater
Posted on August 28, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Athletic Training, Running, Training TipsWe may not all be professional athletes, but any level of athlete can benefit from underwater running. Whether you are a weekend warrior, a collegiate all-star, first-time 5k runner, professional baseball player or high school lacrosse player, incorporating water into workouts can provide powerful physical and psychological benefits. Here are just five of the ways that […]
Read MoreHydroWorx Track Club
Posted on August 11, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Running, Sports Medicine Resources, Sports StoriesThe HydroWorx Track Club was formed in the summer of 2013, just in time for the team of local Central Pennsylvania runners to get suited up for the Harrisburg Mile, the area’s biggest road race. The team won 3 of the 4 elite categories that evening, and has not looked back since. HydroWorx’s support of […]
Read MoreGOOD SHEPHERD PENN PARTNERS FUSES CONVENIENCE AND INNOVATION IN NEW MEGA-USE FACILITY
Posted on August 4, 2014 | Posted in: News StoriesGOOD SHEPHERD PENN PARTNERS FUSES CONVENIENCE AND INNOVATION IN NEW MEGA-USE FACILITY Integration and Collaboration. These are the guiding words behind the recent creation of Penn Medicine’s University City, the new 13 story state-of-the-art facility which fuses together patient convenience and care-giver innovation to bring what planners of the project call “unprecedented […]
Read More4 Advantages of Warm Water Therapy for Osteoarthritis
Posted on August 1, 2014 | Posted in: OsteoarthritisAlthough osteoarthritis oftentimes causes pain and frustration, sometimes the additional implications compound the problem. For instance, individuals find activity difficult and painful so they slowly reduce their amount of exercise and daily activities. This in turn, can lead to weight gain and increased pain when doing even less strenuous activities. Although this is common for […]
Read MoreMaintaining Cardiovascular Fitness After Hip Replacement and Revision
Posted on July 31, 2014 | Posted in: Hip ReplacementAfter two hip replacements and a hip revision, PE teacher, previous Paralympian and coach, Deb Sunderman used the HydroWorx 500 Series pool at ACCUA in Savage, MN to maintain her cardiovascular endurance and strength. After having the hip surgeries, it was difficult for Sunderman to stay active on land (unless she was running after a student […]
Read MoreHydroWorx Track Club Does it Again
Posted on July 18, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, In the News, Running, Sports Stories, Uncategorized, Water TherapyMembers of the HydroWorx track club were busy in action this week racing in the annual Millers Mutual Harrisburg Mile. History of the Harrisburg Mile: The Harrisburg Mile was founded in July of 1982 by the Harrisburg office of Smith Barney. The leadership baton for the Harrisburg Mile has been passed to Millers Mutual, a long-time […]
Read MoreWorld Class Technology and Therapy for World Class Soldiers
Posted on July 14, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Athletic Training, HydroWorx, In the News, Physical Therapy, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillThe following information has been summarized from the recent article in Government Recreation and Fitness titled, “Tactical Athletes…Naval Special Warfare Building More Resilient Warriors.” For those who are completing some of the most challenging and dangerous missions in the military, it is essential that they receive the best training, equipment and resources. “Our mission is […]
Read MoreAquatic Therapy for Back Pain: A Case Study
Posted on June 27, 2014 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Physical TherapyFew things are as uncomfortable as back pain, especially when a patient has suffered for many years. There are surgical procedures specifically for chronic back pain, but they are not always effective. Aquatic therapy may be the solution if surgery and other forms of physical therapy fail. At HydroWorx, we provide clinicians with aquatic wellness […]
Read MoreHow Aquatic Therapy Benefits Hip Replacement Recovery
Posted on June 20, 2014 | Posted in: Hip ReplacementRecovering from hip replacement surgery can be a long and frustrating process. Most people endure hip replacement surgery inorder to reduce pain and to return to activities they love. Unfortunately, the rehabilitation process is volatile and can leave patients frustrated with their progress. Although the process seems endless, it is an important piece of regaining joint mobility […]
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