Aquatic Therapy

Aquatic therapy (also known as water therapy) is a highly effective rehabilitation treatment for individuals dealing with conditions that cause pain when weight is placed on the lower extremities, such as arthritis, knee pain, hip pain, or lower back pain. The buoyancy of water reduces the strain on your joints, allowing you to exercise and regain strength without the discomfort associated with traditional land-based exercises.

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What is Aquatic Therapy?

Aquatic therapy uses water’s properties to help individuals improve their mobility, strength, and overall function. During water therapy, the buoyancy of the water supports the body, significantly reducing the pressure on the joints and lower extremities. This makes it easier to perform exercises that might otherwise cause pain when done on land.

Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing muscle spasms, or dealing with joint pain, aquatic therapy can help you regain strength, enhance flexibility, and reduce inflammation. Our certified physical therapists at Ivy Rehab have completed advanced training in aquatic therapy techniques, ensuring you receive personalized care and attention during each pool session.

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What are the benefits of Aquatic Therapy?

Aquatic therapy offers numerous benefits, including:

Increased Stability on Land: The buoyancy of water supports your body while you work on regaining balance and coordination.
Increased Flexibility: Water-based exercises can help improve the range of motion and flexibility of joints and muscles.
Improved Cardiovascular Endurance: Water exercises provide a full-body workout that helps improve heart and lung function.
Reduction in Joint Stiffness and Pain: Water’s resistance reduces joint stiffness and provides relief from chronic pain.
Decreased Inflammation: The water’s soothing properties help reduce swelling and inflammation, promoting faster healing.

Request your aquatic rehabilitation appointment today at an Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy location near you to learn more about aquatic physical therapy from a trained water physical therapist.

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Common Conditions Treated with Aquatic Therapy

Aquatic therapy is effective for treating a wide variety of conditions, including:

Sports Injuries: Recover from sprains, strains, and injuries sustained during physical activities.
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation: Aid recovery from surgeries, particularly those involving joints or the spine.
Orthopedic Conditions: Treat conditions like arthritis, joint pain, and back pain.
Neurological Conditions: Manage cerebral palsy, spinal cord injury, and neuromuscular disorders.
Fractures and Tissue Injuries: Speed up recovery from broken bones, sprains, and torn muscles.
Gait Disorders: Improve walking ability and restore mobility after injuries or neurological conditions.
Body Weight Management: Support weight loss efforts through low-impact exercises in the water.

Aquatic therapy is safe and effective for individuals of all ages and abilities. It offers a low-impact way to regain strength, mobility, and function.

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FAQs

How many sessions of aquatic therapy will I need?

The number of sessions needed depends on your individual condition and rehabilitation goals. Your aquatic therapist will work with you to create a personalized treatment plan and will track your progress to adjust the frequency of sessions as needed.

Is aquatic therapy safe for seniors?

Yes! Aquatic therapy is a low-impact, gentle form of exercise that is especially beneficial for seniors. The buoyancy of water reduces the pressure on joints, making it easier for seniors to perform exercises that would otherwise cause discomfort. It is ideal for managing arthritis and back pain and improving balance and mobility.

What conditions benefit from aquatic therapy?

Aquatic therapy is effective for treating conditions such as arthritis, sports injuries, post-surgical rehabilitation, muscle spasms, joint pain, and neurological disorders. It is particularly beneficial for individuals with pain or limitations that make traditional land-based exercises difficult or painful

Get Started with Aquatic Therapy at Ivy Rehab

Recovering strength and mobility takes time, and the right environment can make a difference. At Ivy Rehab, we provide effective aquatic therapy services to help individuals improve flexibility, reduce pain, and increase strength in a supportive, water-based environment. Our experienced therapists guide you through personalized treatments that enhance recovery and overall well-being.

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After undergoing a full knee replacement, I couldn’t have asked for a better place to rebuild my strength and confidence. The level of care and expertise I received at Back in Action Apex was truly exceptional from start to finish. My physical therapist, Mary Ellen, was nothing short of outstanding. She didn’t just guide me through the motions — she was genuinely invested in my recovery every step of the way. Her depth of knowledge, her patience, and her personal commitment to my progress made all the difference. She brought a wealth of experience to each session and tailored everything to exactly where I was in my healing journey. Thanks to her and the entire team, I am back in action — literally. If you’re recovering from a major surgery and want a PT who will meet you where you are and push you to where you need to be, look no further. A heartfelt thank you to Mary Ellen and the Back in Action Apex team. You gave me my mobility — and my life — back.

Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave such thoughtful feedback, we're grateful! – The team at Back in Action Physical Therapy – Apex

I always notice a huge improvement in my back and hip after every visit. The environment is great, and everyone is funny and supportive. I genuinely look forward to each appointment because I can see and feel the progress. Not sure where I’d be without Ivy Rehab Conshy.

Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind words; we appreciate your feedback! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Conshohocken

Had Physical Therapy for the 1st time ever & I was very pleased with every aspect. The Medical Assistant Amanda was so patient & kind & went above and beyond. My therapist, Olivia, was very thorough & very knowledgeable. She was engaging & very easy to talk to. The facility was clean & organized. I would 100% recommend this place.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the fantastic rating, we're so grateful! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Monroe

Amazing therapy office for kids!! My son received speech therapy and occupational therapy here and absolutely loves it. Throws a fit when it's time to leave. They are also amazing with scheduling.

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After several years of dealing with the pain from arthritis in my shoulder, I had a total joint replacement. I went to Synergy Rehab in Verona for rehabilitation and therapy. From my first visit, the staff was great and personable. Ryan was my primary therapist and worked hard to get my range of motion back to normal and begin the strength building process. He always explained the process if I had questions about my progress. Great therapist. Veronica was my primary aide and is very knowledgeable and she made those tuff days of therapy more tolerable. She is very energetic and fun to talk to. I highly recommend using Synergy Rehab and Wellness. I will use them again in the future.

Response from the owner:Your kind review made our day, thank you so much! – The team at Synergy Rehab and Wellness – Staunton

Ivy Rehab is great. Both the therapists are excellent and the receptionist, Irene, is knowledgeable and efficient. I've been there multiple times for different injuries over the last few years and they've always gotten me back on my feet (sometimes literally). Highly recommended!

The staff of ABC Pediatrics are so kind and helpful! They want to help your child and family in anyway possible. They did not wait for me to ask for financial assistance; they reached out to me to see if I needed it and qualified for it. It is not an easy process and they walked me through it every step of the way. My son receives speech and occupational therapy at ABC. We love his therapists! They are so sweet and patient with him. They have helped my son so much in the short time we have been there.

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words!! We do care about the whole family! I am so excited that your son is doing so well. Pat yourself on the back for getting him help! Glad we were able to help with the finances in any way! Thank you for your review!!

Ivy Rehab (and Meryl Goldstein specifically) saved me. She is focused, empathetic, pragmatic and deeply knowledgable. She quickly zeroed in my on problems, worked up a strategy and helped me execute a sensible, doable plan to get me back in shape. So far, Meryl has rehabilitated my shoulder, my wife's foot and my sister's knees. Hope I never need PT again, but if I do I know who to see.

Response from the owner:It’s great to hear this feedback! Thank you for taking the time to share your review! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy, Philadelphia – Center City

Everyone at the facility is absolutely amazing. They’re sweet. They’re kind and they’re flexible with my schedule to be able to get my child in and they work very well with me since my baby has been going there when she started she didn’t know how to talk at all, she’s only been there a year and she talks up a storm now we’re still working on how she pronounce this things, but they have helped her come a long way. I’d recommend this facility to everyone and I went through a house, fire and lost things in. The whole facility was very kind. It was donating things to us. Them 100%

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at ABC Pediatric Therapy – West Chester Township

This place is awesome and you can tell right away from the vibes that really care about the patient! Joe ,Holly and the whole entire Excel staff are very knowledgeable and go above and beyond your needs! I feel better when i leave that place and that's a good thing!

Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to leave such thoughtful feedback, we're grateful! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy – West Deptford – 1007 Mantua Pke

Anish Paulose was very professional, friendly and knowledgeable with my physical therapies. He had the patience to show me what I needed to do to recover my knee mobility as soon as possible. I highly recommend this facility, Anish and all his team.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great review, we really appreciate it! – The team at Ivy Rehab, Fishers!

Fantastic experience!!!! I started with Jordan, then Jake and finished with Ryan. Ryan was very thorough in his assessment and my plan of treatment. Highly recommended. I am so thankful for this team of therapists who helped me with my hip pain. The assistants were also so sweet, …Morgan, Bree (sp?) particularly Veronica who worked with me the most. The front desk staff is so kind and friendly. They were very accommodating with working with my availability. Kyle is unbelievably friendly…another assest to this facility. The entire group of people at this facility was so very nice. This facility came highly recommended to me from a son and I will highly recommend them also. It was worth the drive from Bridgewater. Thanks again!

Response from the owner:Thank you for sharing this with us! – The team at Synergy Rehab and Wellness, Staunton

ABC Pediatric Therapy is amazing! They are so caring, patient, understanding, and supportive through my baby girl’s PT and helping her with her gross motor skills. Jon Ross is awesome and we highly recommend him! He is always so compassionate and caring and focused on developing a therapy plan specific to our daughter and she has done great and is now caught up with her peers! We cannot thank him enough for the time and effort he has shown to us. This place is wonderful!

Response from the owner:Thank you for the fantastic rating, we're so grateful! – The team at ABC Pediatric Therapy – Miamisburg

Matthew and the team at Ivy-Flatbush were amazing. I came for lymphatic drainage massage after a major surgery. I got that and more. The LDM and deep scar massage were critical parts of my healing journey. Once I was ready they helped me get my strength back. I recommend coming here for help after surgery.

Response from the owner:Hearing this feedback means so much to us, thank you for sharing! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Brooklyn – Fort Greene

I love this PT clinic. Everyone is so nice. It starts off with Doris at the front desk to the PT techs and physical therapist. I would highly recommend the Kempsville site. I currently attend 3X a week. Everyone here is so friendly.

I have been to a lot of different rehab clinics in my time. This is the BEST rehab clinic I have ever been to! The therapist explains why and how they will do your rehab. It is very clean and the atmosphere is positive. The therapist are the most knowledgeable and best I have ever had work on me. Yes there is pain when you do the exercises but no pain no gain. I look forward to going and getting better. They have a receptionist that is very nice and makes you feel welcome. She schedules your appointments and does her best to get you in at your convenience. As you can probably tell I cannot say enough good about Ivy Rehab.

This place makes you feel like family! Always receive a warm welcome at the front desk, and Joe gives his assessment and recommendations with such great care and consideration. He explains everything so well and makes you feel at home as you recover. By far the best PT around!

Response from the owner:Thank you for taking the time to share this review, it means so much! – The team at Excel Physical Therapy – West Deptford – 1007 Mantua Pke

Ivy rehab is awesome the listen to your concerns the explain every detail of what they are doing when working on you the staff is very professional courtesy caring kind the the environment is very cozy calm and peaceful they sanitize every equipment after every use I can go on and on and on Ivy rehab is the very best experience and therapy is a beyond a 10 I would totally recommend this to friends family strangers Etc… They rock the whole staff it's hard in these days where you find staff who cares what they do and shared it with their clients a(20) on the scale and (120%) I do recommend IVY REHAB 🙏

Response from the owner:Hearing this feedback means so much to us, thank you for sharing! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Philadelphia – Delaware Ave

Ivy Rehab Conshohocken is the greatest! I just finished a course of physical therapy for knee replacement and have completed rehabilitation there for other physical matters over the past four years. From reception and check-in to the technicians and therapists, all are courteous, friendly, knowledgeable and fully helpful. Adam, Emily and Tyler went beyond my expectations for physical therapy, treating the whole person and addressing the inter-relatedness of injuries to functions, feelings and well-being. I would never have thought of wound care for the incision, massaging it to break up scar tissue! I have not had a bad experience at other facilities, but am completely satisfied with treatment at this E. Hector Street branch of Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy. Full recovery!

Response from the owner:Your kind review made our day, thank you so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Conshohocken

5 stars for the care I received under Tim's care. He did a great job educating me as to what needed to be done and has great communication and hands on skills.

Ivy Rehab in Indian Trail is nothing short of amazing. The staff is friendly yet professional. They tend to make you feel at ease along with progression of healing for you ailment(s). Logan and Brian both do a above and beyond job of listening to your concerns, assessing you area of pain, guiding you with exercises and stretches both in house and at home. They will push you but they wont exceed your capabilities. I can honestly say that you will leave Ivy Rehab better than when you came in both physically and emotionally.

Response from the owner:Your kind review made our day, thank you so much! – The team at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy – Indian Trail