Aquatic Physical Therapy - Pool Temperature and Rehab

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Pool Temperature and Rehab

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Topic: Pool Temperature and Rehab

Posted By: Previous CPT Forum
Subject: Pool Temperature and Rehab
Date Posted: Jul 08 2008 at 1:46pm

R Edge

6 Posts

Posted - 03/02/2006 : 18:53:12 Show Profile Reply with Quote
I had someone ask me what the recommended temperature is for rehab in the pool? Any ideas?

Emden

2 Posts

Posted - 03/03/2006 : 14:35:46 Show Profile Reply with Quote
According to the aquatic physical therapy section of the APTA water temperature guidelines might include the following:

82-88 degrees for more active patients and patients with MS
88-92 degrees for less active patients such as those with arthritis or women
92-96 degrees for less active patients with hypertonicity/spasticity issues

For more info visit http://www.aquaticpt.org/index.htm - http://www.aquaticpt.org/index.htm

R Edge

6 Posts

Posted - 03/04/2006 : 16:38:51 Show Profile Reply with Quote
Thanks for the info Emden.

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Posted By: robrobin10
Date Posted: May 24 2010 at 4:27pm

I have to say aquatic exercise was a god send when I was first getting over my severe attack last year.

It really helped strengthed my muscles up to the point where I could walk about unaided, though I do still use a stick when going for a walk over longer distances.

The warmer the water the better, though I didnt get much say in that as our aqua robics were held in the local swimming pool, not a special pool solely used for that purpose.