BRAND-NEW AQUATIC PERFORMANCE & REHAB CENTER

FEATURING TWO HYDROWORX POOLS OPENED ON JANUARY 1, 2007 at 1 BRAINTREE STREET, ALLSTON (adjacent to the Sports Depot). Click on one of the pools below to see it in action.

What is aquatic physical therapy?

Aquatic physical therapy is rehabilitation that is done in a heated pool. Exercise is prescribed by a licensed physical therapist. Techniques for aquatic therapy are diverse and are tailored to the individual patient's limitations and rehabilitation goals. Water therapy can be performed at various depths, and may include weight-bearing or non-weight-bearing pool exercises, swimming, and conditioning using special equipment such as flotation and resistive devices.

What are the benefits of aquatic therapy?

Early joint movement is possible in the water even if you are experiencing pain. Water supports the body and reduces stress to joints so you can strengthen and condition your muscles even as your injury heals.

Aquatic therapy can increase circulation and range of motion, and improve balance, strength and endurance. It can also protect joints during exercise, reduce stress, and decrease swelling.

Who can benefit from aquatic therapy?

Post-surgical patients; people with athletic injuries, arthritis, chronic pain, neck and back injuries, and orthopedic dysfunction. Pregnant women may also greatly benefit from water therapy.

Advantages of a Hydroworx pool over a lap pool-based program

• A variable speed underwater treadmill, up to 8.5 mph, for proper gait movement and controlled intensit
• A shallow platform and deep well with variable water depth control
• Adjustable water temperature up to 94 degrees
• Water jets with variable speeds for resistance during extremity exercises and balance training
• A continuous current for swimming
• A massage hose to increase circulation and normalize injured soft tissues

AquaNatal Program

Research exploring exercise during pregnancy has shown benefits for both the mother and the fetus. Some of the maternal benefits include improved cardiovascular function, improved attitude and mental state, easier and less complicated labor, quick recovery, and improved fitness. More than 1/3 of pregnant women experience back pain during pregnancy. Among healthy pregnant women, those who did water aerobics once a week reported less low back pain and were more productive than their cohorts who performed land-based exercise weekly. Pregnant women who no longer tolerate land-based exercise are able to comfortably and effectively exercise in the water.