What Is Hydrotherapy?
Updated: Jul 8, 2021

Hydrotherapy is the use of water in the treatment of disease. The use of water for therapy has been around for hundreds of years, as far back as the ancient Romans. The warmth and buoyancy of the water can help to reduce muscle spasm, increase circulation and reduce pain. It is particularly beneficial for those people who suffer from injuries or musculoskeletal conditions that are easily aggravated by weight-bearing or land based exercises. By reducing the risk of aggravation clients are confidently able to improve their strength, flexibility, postural control and mobility.
Benefits of Exercising in the Water
Muscular relaxation
Buoyancy of water counters the effects of gravity
Increased muscle strength and endurance due to greater resistance in water
Improvement in swelling due to hydrostatic pressure
Improved balance and core stability
Injuries that benefit from Hydrotherapy
Back pain
Osteoarthritis
Pre-operative strengthening for joint replacement
Post-operative rehabilitation for joint replacement, fractures or tendon repair
Rheumatoid arthritis
Balance and coordination problems
Shoulder pain