What conditions can hydrotherapy treat?
Hydrotherapy can be used to treat a wide range of conditions. It can help those who are looking to improve fitness, feel relaxed and lose weight and is also invaluable for people who are living with life-long debilitating conditions. It can even help in recovery after surgery or injury. The list of things hydro can help with is long, here are just a few:
How does it work?
The warm water affects your body in a number of ways. Firstly the warmth can have a soothing effect, relieving your pain whilst you’re in the pool. The warmer temperature of the water also increases your circulation allowing increased movement of your joints; above what may be achievable on dry land. The water’s hydrostatic pressure also supports your weight, which allows for greater mobility and confidence for many who are less able when they’re not in the water. The water also provides its own gentle resistance, allowing your muscles to increase in strength. Depending upon your specific needs, the type of exercise programme you follow might be very different, using simply the resistance of the water or by adding in weights and floats.
Here at Neptune our expert team can help guide you through the benefits of hydrotherapy and choose a session that's right for your needs. Our Fitness Team can even help prepare a
personalised hydrotherapy programme with exercises tailored to your physical ability and goals.