What is hydrotherapy?

Different to aerobics or swimming; Hydrotherapy, or aquatic therapy is a form of exercise, performed in a specialised heated pool between 31-36 degrees. The water provides a safe and buoyant environment, making movements easier and more comfortable. The guided exercise programs, developed through Revitalize Exercise Physiology + Pilates focus on each individuals goals and abilities.

 

Conditions which have shown great progress from hydrotherapy

  • Arthritis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Muscular pain (ie. back pain)
  • Pre- and post-operative (ie Knee or Hip Joint replacement, tendon repairs)
  • Neurological (ie Cerebral Palsy, Spinal Cord Injury & Parkinson’s)

 

Benefits of hydrotherapy

✓       Reduced load impacted on joints
✓       Minimises muscle aches, spasms and tightness
       Improved blood circulation
       Less strenuous than land-based exercise
       Minimises risk of falls, and improves balance

       Provides variety to sessions

✓       Improved muscle strength and cardiovascular fitness

       Improved mental health

Revitalize Exercise Physiology + Pilates offers Hydrotherapy (Private and Group classes) out of a number of locations including:

  • Ascot Vale Leisure Centre 
  • Keilor East Leisure Centre 
  • Mill Park Leisure Centre 

 

Each session is fully supervised by one of our qualified practitioners. 

* Private health funds and NDIS rebates may be applicable for certain individuals/participants. 

 

For further information, or to make an appointment, contact us on 0404 627 702.