Improving Posture With Water
Posted on April 12, 2012 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Health & Wellness Stories, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Training Tips, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillKim Eichinger, Executive Director of fitness at Country Meadows Retirement Community, and author of the ADVANCE article, Better Posture Through Aquatics, speaks about the benefits of aquatics for aging adults in improving posture. For the many aging adults who use walkers or other assistive devices, maintaining proper posture is a huge challenge. But, fortunately with the advancement of […]
Read MoreWater Chemistry: How to Balance Pool Water
Posted on March 2, 2012 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Aquatic Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillAquatic wellness pools require special attention to maintain water chemistry. Since the primary purpose of a HydroWorx pool is health and wellness, keeping the water at a safe pH level is essential. At HydroWorx, we produce quality aquatic wellness pools for sports injuries and chronic conditions, and we’ll tell you all you need to know […]
Read MoreBurris Construction Company Making Waves
Posted on February 28, 2012 | Posted in: News StoriesBurris Construction Company Making Waves Cutting-edge aquatic therapy pools introduced in company’s healthcare facilities Moorestown, NJ – Burris Construction Company, an innovative leader in the healthcare industry, is incorporating a radically functional aquatic therapy pool in the design-build process for its senior care and healthcare facilities. Burris is the first company to introduce the HydroWorx […]
Read MoreUnderwater Treadmills Woo Boomers to Retirement Communities, Encourage Innovative Fitness Programs
Posted on February 22, 2012 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Guest Bloggers, Health & Wellness Stories, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Uncategorized, Water TreadmillCourtesy of Kim Eichinger, Director of Fitness Country Meadows Retirement Communities There are more than 77 million “Baby Boomers” in America, and reports show that they are inclined to live more active lifestyles than those of previous generations. This ultra-fascinating population is turning 65 at a rate of 10,000 a day… and will be for […]
Read MoreMaking Waves: How to Start an Aquatic Therapy Program
Posted on February 10, 2012 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Aquatic Therapy Protocols, Marketing Ideas
Aquatic therapy has become more widely accepted in modern rehabilitation. Many physical therapy clinics, specializing in everything from sports and orthopedic rehabilitation to neurologic disorders, have established their own facilities with therapy pools in order to better serve their patients. Facilities such as the Cleveland Clinic, the Andrews Institute, OrthoCarolina, Neuroworx, Kennedy Krieger and many […]
Read MoreDiving into Aquatic Shoulder Rehabilitation
Posted on January 26, 2012 | Posted in: Shoulder InjuriesUnfortunately, shoulder injuries are a frequent happening with people of all ages. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, “more than 7 million people experience shoulder problems.” These shoulder injuries may include: arthritis, shoulder impingement, rotator cuff issues and upper-arm sprains. Numerous physical therapists recommend aquatic therapy as a viable option for shoulder rehabilitation because […]
Read MoreHow To Boost Profit Margin with Aquatic Therapy
Posted on January 24, 2012 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Health & Wellness Stories, HydroWorx, Marketing Ideas, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized
For wellness, recreational and physical therapy centers looking to increase profit margin and their client base, adding aquatic therapy to your facility seems like the perfect thing to do. ‘But how do I know it will be a worthwhile investment? How can I increase our facilities profit margin?’ These are the questions that Executive Director […]
Read MoreHow To Pack the Waiting Room of Your Physical Therapy Clinic
Posted on January 12, 2012 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, Marketing Ideas, Physical Therapy, UncategorizedWhen you are opening your own physical therapy clinic, packing your waiting room with patients is always a concern. To obtain a competitive advantage, you’ve already made the decision to include aquatic therapy in your facility design, now you just need to make everyone in the surrounding areas aware of the new service you’re offering […]
Read MoreMarketing Your Physical Therapy Clinic With Social Media
Posted on January 5, 2012 | Posted in: Marketing IdeasWhen individuals go to physical therapy school, they’re taught how to be a good therapist. However, many clinical professionals weren’t trained on how to run a business. If you have decided to open your own physical therapy clinic, it’s essential to have basic business skills like management, financial planning and marketing. In the modern world, social […]
Read MoreHydroWorx & Extreme Home Makeover
Posted on November 2, 2011 | Posted in: UncategorizedOn Friday, October 21, 2011, ABC aired one of the most touching, inspirational Extreme Makeover: Home Edition episodes to date. Over a period of 168 hours in June 2011, the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition team built Brian Keefer and his family a house perfectly suited to his special need: paralysis from the neck down. At […]
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