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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR AQUATIC THERAPY PROGRAM: IT ALWAYS HURTS TO EXERCISE; WHY SHOULD I TRY IT NOW? A. The upward force of buoyancy supports the body, reduces weight- bearing and compressive forces, and in turn reduces pain while still allowing you to exercise. WHAT IF I AM TOO WEAK TO EXERCISE? A. Buoyancy also provides support, assisting the muscles with movement. Once stronger, the water provides resistance, creating a progressive exercise program that allows you to build strength with the goal of eventually increasing your function on land. I CAN’T SWIM, IS IT SAFE? A. Yes. We use floatation equipment in deep water and/or shallow-water exercise as needed. The therapist provides individual attention, working one-on-one with you, not in a group. Many of the aquatic exercises are done in the vertical position with the head out of the water. I AM AN ATHLETE; ISN’T WATER EXERCISE FOR OLDER, LESS FIT PEOPLE? A. No. When designed to meet your specific level of fitness, the aquatic environment can challenge even the highest-performing athlete. By adding drag force equipment, any athlete can build muscle strength and endurance. With water plyometrics
and jump training, the athlete can improve sports performance with less muscle soreness compared to traditional land programs. Finally the hydrostatic pressure allows for faster metabolic waste removal and a great place for recovery after high- intensity workouts or competition. WANT TO KNOW
IF AQUATIC THERAPY IS RIGHT FOR YOU? Call today 858.675.1133 and arrange to speak with one of our therapists.
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