Recover safely and effectively with warm-water hydrotherapy rehabilitation, guided by an experienced physiotherapist.
Aquatic physiotherapy uses support and resistance of water to reduce joint stress, while improving strength, mobility and confidence in movement.
It is highly effective for
arthritis and joint pain
post-surgical rehabilitation
chronic back or neck pain
fibromyalgia
knee or hip replacements
shoulder injuries
fractures/broken bones
balance and mobility issues
swelling/oedema
Why choose aquatic physiotherapy?
Water provides a unique rehabilitation environment that allows people to exercise when land-based therapy may be too painful or difficult.
Benefits include:
Reduced joint loading and pain
Increased movement and flexibility
Safe strengthening using water resistance
Improved balance and walking confidence
Earlier return to activity after surgery or injury
Because the body is partially supported by water, many patients can begin recovery earlier and more comfortably than on land.
What happens during your session?
Your first session includes a physiotherapy assessment and an individually designed rehabilitation program.
Sessions typically include:
Mobility and stretching exercises
Strengthening using water resistance
Balance and stability training
Functional movement exercises
Programs are tailored to your condition, goals and current ability level.
Experienced Physiotherapy Care
Aquatic physiotherapy sessions are delivered by Kate McManus, an experienced physiotherapist who understands the needs of people managing pain, injury and long-term conditions.
Kate has completed advanced training in aquatic physiotherapy through the Australian Physiotherapy Association, giving her the knowledge and skills to carefully assess your suitability for aquatic therapy, identify potential risks and take appropriate steps to ensure your safety in the water.
Kate has a strong understanding of hydrostatic and hydrodynamic principles and uses these properties of water to maximise the benefits of your treatment. She carefully considers your individual condition, abilities and goals when designing your program.
Every program is guided by thorough clinical reasoning, ensuring your exercises are appropriate for you, targeted to your goals and regularly reviewed to help you achieve the best possible outcomes from aquatic physiotherapy.
The goal is to help you:
Move with less pain
Improve strength and mobility
Build confidence in activity
Return to daily life safely
Book Your Aquatic Physiotherapy Assessment.
If you would like to find out whether aquatic physiotherapy is suitable for you, book an initial assessment.
Sessions are conducted at the Keilor East Leisure Centre, warm-water exercise pool, (34º).
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“Viscosity makes water a useful strengthening medium. It resists more, as more force is exerted against it, although that resistance drops to zero instantly with cessation of force. Thus, when a person feels pain and stops, the force drops instantly, allowing great control of strengthening within the ‘envelope’ of tolerance.”
Ruoti, R. G., Morris, D. M., & Cole, A. J. (1996). Aquatic Rehabilitation (1st ed.). Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins.
