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Integration of therapeutic
exercise in an aquatic environment providing full or
partial body support using hydrodynamic principles in a
gravity minimized situation to facilitate rehabilitation
and dry land function in a time-efficient manner,
utilizing community resources.
About Rehab
Aquatic Physical Therapy treatment programs are
available for the following types of diagnoses:
- Acute
injuries
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Sub-acute injuries
- Chronic
dysfunction
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Orthopedic injuries
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Arthritis
- Chronic
Pain
F.A.Q.
- What
is Aquatic Physical Therapy?
While the aquatic physical therapy
program takes place in a pool, it is not
swimming. It is therapeutic exercise,
utilizing specific techniques including:
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Water assisted and/or water resisted
strengthening exercise
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Stabilization techniques
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Balance training
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Neuro re-education
These techniques are used in conjunction
with the buoyant and resistive
properties of water. The program often
proves to be an adjunct and/or short cut
on the journey to wellness.
Clients will be instructed in an
appropriate exercise program by a
Physical Therapist. Duration of the
aquatic physical therapy program is
dependant on the participant
demonstrating independence with the
exercise regimen. Clients may graduate
to resume clinic-based physical therapy
services or they may be discharged to a
community based independent pool
exercise regimen.
- Why
participate in Aquatic Physical Therapy?
- To facilitate more rapid recovery from
injury or surgery.
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To aid progression of normal functional
capabilities
(including strength and
range of motion).
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To enhance return of land-based
functional activities.
- What
is the Referral Process?
Clients may be referred for a
screening assessment prior to initiating
the aquatic program in one of two ways:
1.
Direct physician referral.
2.
Collaborative PT/Physician
recommendation for clients
currently in a land therapeutic
program.
- What
is the Screening Assessment?
The screening assessment will be
completed on land at the Physical
Therapy Department. This screening will
help the following:
1.
Establish baseline functional
information.
2.
Determine if the aquatic environment
is appropriate for the client
3.
Establish specific functional goals.
Our Staff
- At MCMH
we provide your facility with a complete
rehab team, which allows us to fully
maximize the client's recovery.
For more information, please contact
Ellsworth Rehabilitation Services
664-5472 or Fax 664-5476
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