Hydrotherapy is a vital part of our comprehensive rehabilitation services. Hydrotherapy, also known as aquatic therapy, involves the use of water to aid in recovery and rehabilitation. It is an effective and gentle way to improve strength, mobility, and overall function, especially for patients with limited movement or chronic pain.
Our heated hydrotherapy pool offers a supportive environment where patients can perform therapeutic exercises with ease and comfort, benefiting from the natural buoyancy and warmth of the water.
Benefits of Hydrotherapy
Reduced Joint Strain: The buoyancy of water reduces body weight and relieves pressure on the joints, making it easier for patients to move and exercise with less pain.
Improved Mobility: Warm water helps to relax muscles and increase circulation, allowing for improved flexibility and range of motion.
Enhanced Strength and Endurance: Water resistance provides a gentle yet effective workout, helping to build muscle strength and improve cardiovascular endurance.
Pain Relief: The warmth of the water soothes sore muscles and joints, providing natural pain relief for conditions like arthritis, fibromyalgia, and chronic pain syndromes.
Safe Environment for Recovery: Hydrotherapy is ideal for patients who have difficulty with traditional forms of exercise due to injury, surgery, or neurological conditions. The water provides a safe, low-impact environment for rehabilitation.
Conditions Treated with Hydrotherapy
Orthopedic Injuries and Surgeries (e.g., joint replacements, fractures)
Our hydrotherapy pool is heated to an optimal temperature of 33-35°C, which promotes muscle relaxation and enhances the therapeutic benefits of water-based exercises. The pool is designed with easy access, ensuring that all patients, including those with mobility issues, can comfortably enter and exit the pool. Our experienced physiotherapists guide patients through individualized exercises to maximize their rehabilitation potential.
Why Choose Hydrotherapy at Royal Hospital?
Expert Care: Our physiotherapists are trained in aquatic therapy techniques and tailor each session to the patient’s unique needs.
Safe and Supportive Environment: The water-based setting allows for safe rehabilitation without the risk of falls or injury.
Holistic Approach: Hydrotherapy is part of a broader multidisciplinary rehabilitation plan, ensuring that patients receive well-rounded care for their recovery.
Services Provided in Neuro Rehabilitation
Physiotherapy for Motor Function and Balance: Strengthening muscles, improving balance, and retraining movements to help patients regain mobility.
Occupational Therapy for Daily Living Skills: Helping patients relearn essential tasks such as dressing, grooming, and using adaptive equipment for greater independence.
Speech and Language Therapy: Addressing communication issues, swallowing difficulties, and cognitive challenges that may result from neurological damage.
Cognitive and Behavioural Therapy: Focused on improving memory, attention, and problem-solving skills.
Emotional and Psychological Support: Counselling services to help patients and their families cope with the emotional impact of neurological conditions.
Assistive Technology and Devices: Providing training on mobility aids, communication devices, and other adaptive technologies to enhance independence.
Family Education and Support: Educating families on how to support their loved ones and prepare for life after discharge.
Aquatic Therapy: Using our heated pool to facilitate low-impact exercises that promote movement and pain relief in a controlled environment.
Start Your Hydrotherapy Journey
Hydrotherapy is a gentle, effective way to improve mobility, reduce pain, and regain strength. If you or a loved one could benefit from aquatic therapy, contact Royal Rehabilitation Hospital today to learn more about our hydrotherapy services and how we can support your recovery.
