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Pool therapy

Pool therapy, also called aquatic therapy, is essentially physical therapy performed in the water. There are many benefits of aquatic therapy, such as relaxation, pain management, physical fitness, physical rehabilitation and functional training.

Aquatic therapy is appropriate for almost anyone. Our skilled physical therapists create a customized care plan for your needs to ensure optimal benefit.

Conditions that benefit from aquatic therapy

Fibromyalgia
Arthritis
Low back pain
Spinal paralysis
Pediatrics
Balance disorders
Sports and orthopedic injuries

Benefits of aquatic therapy

Buoyancy provides cushioning effects in water
Decreased load on joints
Decreased chance of injury
Water provides gentle resistance for exercise
Cardiovascular benefits include improved circulation of blood and lymphatic flow
Muscular benefits
Decreased blood pressure
Decreased edema or swelling
Improved breathing
Warm water decreases sensitivity to nerve endings and promotes general relaxation
Improved endurance to exercise

Pool therapy services are offered in Mora. To learn more, call Rehabilitation Services at 320.225.3356.

Welia Health’s rehabilitation team offers a wide range of services from sports medicine and athletic training, physical and occupational therapy, specialty care for cardiovascular and respiratory patients, pediatric therapy, hand therapy, speech-language pathology, wound care, and sleep medicine.