Spring Training: ATs Discuss the Role of Hydrotherapy
Posted on February 27, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Sports Stories, Water TherapyHere in South-central Pennsylvania, snow covers the corn fields and roof-tops. Temperatures continue to dip below freezing. Spring has not yet sprung. Yet, a few thousand miles south of here, the smell of freshly cut grass wafts through the air. Infields are raked and chalked to perfection and athletes prepare to don their spikes. Scores […]
Read MoreInnovation in Senior Care in Ellsworth
Posted on February 26, 2015 | Posted in: NewsWhat do you get when you mix the city manager of a Down East Maine community, looking to increase her city’s senior population, with an innovative healthcare company ready to expand? Then, sprinkle in an empty school with available property. What’s the outcome? “Magic,” said Ellsworth, Maine’s city manager, Michelle Beal. The planning of Seaport […]
Read MoreEllsworth, Maine Boasts New Senior Living Community
Posted on February 26, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, In the News, Physical Therapy, Water Therapy, Water Treadmill, WebinarsThe following blog post has been summarized from the recent press release, “Innovation in Ellsworth,” published on February 26, 2015. Seaport Village, located in Ellsworth, ME, is a brand new, 63,600-square-foot, two-story facility that holds 91 beds — 61 for nursing care, including rehabilitation services, and the other 30 for assisted living. The project had been in the works […]
Read MoreThe Value of Water for a Collegiate Distance Runner
Posted on February 25, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Conditioning, Athletic Training, Running, Sports Medicine, Sports StoriesIn a collegiate setting, hydrotherapy is often used for the football, baseball and basketball players. At the University of Kansas in Lawrence, KS, even the cross country and track and field teams use hydrotherapy almost daily to help transition runners with musculoskeletal injuries back to full running. Zach Sanchez, ATC, works with the men’s and women’s cross country teams […]
Read MoreExperts Share Value of Water at CSM
Posted on February 20, 2015 | Posted in: HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation Tips, Uncategorized, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillWe had quite the fun, busy and successful week in Indianapolis for the Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association. We had an exciting booth with great staff which helped make this trade show successful. We handed out t-shirts, opened the pool up for attendees to try, hosted an event and more! And […]
Read MoreOwner Insights into Creating a Successful PT Practice with Aquatics
Posted on February 18, 2015 | Posted in: UncategorizedWe spent some time talking with Joan Arieta, DPT and owner of Alhambra Valley Physical Therapy in Pleasant Hill, California. For years they’ve been helping patients heal in Constra Costa County with their amazing aquatics program. Joan shared with us ways they utilize their new HydroWorx 500 Series and how they market their aquatics program. HydroWorx: […]
Read MoreFree Webinar: Road Map to Creating a Successful Aquatics Program for Seniors
Posted on February 17, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Uncategorized, WebinarsStonehill Care Center, a part of Stonehill Franciscan Services in Dubuque, Iowa, is a fully accredited not-for-profit residential and long-term facility with a difference. They use aquatic therapy as an integral part of their rehabilitation and wellness programs. Join us on February 24, 2015 from 1:00pm to 2:00pm EST for the free webinar, “Road Map to Creating a […]
Read MoreLove May Be in the Air for Most, but It’s in the Water for Us!
Posted on February 13, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, Water Therapy, Water TreadmillThe old story says that George Washington was unable to tell a lie. We at HydroWorx cannot tell a lie, either. So on this month of presidents and red hearts, we must admit that around here, we absolutely, positively and completely love water! There are tons of reasons for our adoration of the stuff made […]
Read MoreFree Download: A Profile on Exceeding Expectations in a CCRC with Aquatic Therapy
Posted on February 11, 2015 | Posted in: UncategorizedAn aquatic therapy pool in a senior living community can have a significant impact on multiple facets of residents’ well-being. It can not only be used for rehabilitation after injury or surgery, but it can also be used for wellness. Using an advanced aquatic therapy pool can be beneficial to your residents, your community and your […]
Read MoreAnd the winner is…
Posted on February 9, 2015 | Posted in: Aquatic Therapy, HydroWorx, Physical Therapy, underwater treadmill, Water TherapyLast week during the Combined Sections Meeting of the American Physical Therapy Association, the first and second place winners of the first ever Healthcare Excellence in Aquatics Award were named. This award was created to recognize clinicians who achieve exceptional rehabilitation results through the use of advanced water therapy. We had a great turnout for the after hours […]
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