Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is supervised by a physiotherapist. Water buoyancy partially suspends the body, allowing support for weak muscles and painful limbs. Water resistance then provides feedback for strengthening muscles. Warm water will induce relaxation and pain relief.

Hydrotherapy is a form of physical therapy treatment conducted in a heated swimming pool, and tailored to individual needs. Water buoyancy partially suspends the body, allowing you to:

Strengthen weak muscles;

Support painful joints;

Relieve pain;

Improve general fitness and

Improve balance and co-ordination

Non-swimmers can participate in hydrotherapy.

Sessions are held every Friday from 3pm - 4pm.

Eligibility

Bookings need to be made, and an initial assessment has to be completed with a Physiotherapist. The program is offered over 6 sessions.

Fees

$45.00 for 6 sessions.

Contact

To make further enquiries about our services, please contact our Service Coordinators on 9890 2220, between 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday.


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	Hydrotherapy Hydrotherapy is supervised by a physiotherapist. Water buoyancy partially suspends the body, allowing support for weak muscles and painful limbs. Water resistance then provides feedback for strengthening muscles. Warm water will induce relaxation and pain relief. Hydrotherapy is a form of physical therapy treatment conducted in a heated swimming pool, and tailored to individual needs. Water buoyancy partially suspends the body, allowing you to: Strengthen weak muscles; Support painful joints; Relieve pain; Improve general fitness and Improve balance and co-ordination Non-swimmers can participate in hydrotherapy. Sessions are held every Friday from 3pm - 4pm. Eligibility Bookings need to be made, and an initial assessment has to be completed with a Physiotherapist. The program is offered over 6 sessions. Fees $45.00 for 6 sessions. Contact To make further enquiries about our services, please contact our Service Coordinators on 9890 2220, between 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday.
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