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POOL THERAPY INFORMATION

If you haven't heard about the success of our indoor therapeutic pool yet, come see what it is all about! Many patients are raving about the great feeling they have when exercising in the pool. Exercise performed in the water is one of the best ways to strengthen muscles and increase flexibility because of water's natural buoyancy and resistance. The water also provides a safe and pain-free environment to perform exercises that would normally be difficult or impossible on land for some people.

Some of the benefits of pool therapy include:

  • Less pain - 94 degree water decreases pain perception.
  • Ability to exercise with less weight and pressure on joints that are painful or have had recent surgery.
  • Less swelling, better blood circulation.
  • Relax muscles.
  • Improve flexibility, strength, and endurance.
  • Improve balance and coordination.
  • Improve confidence and enjoy exercise!

Things To Know:

  • You do not need to know how to swim.
  • We have vests and flotation devices to help you exercise in the pool.
  • The shallow end is 4'4" and the deep end is 6'6".
  • There is a bench in the pool to sit and rest on if needed.

The pool is not appropriate for the following conditions, please speak with your PT or PTA if any of the following are concerns:

  • Fear of water
  • Incontinence/Bladder Conditions
  • Severe High Blood Pressure or Arrhythmias
  • Open Cuts or Wounds
  • Infection

If you think that you or someone you know may benefit from aquatic therapy, contact your doctor or call us at Ramsey Rehab in Leominster at 978-466-6677 to schedule an evaluation.

At your evaluation, the physical therapist will discuss a plan of care for your treatment. If pool therapy would be beneficial for you, then appointments will be made in the pool, or a combination of pool and traditional "land" therapy.

On days that you have pool therapy, please arrive 5-10 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to shower and change.

Bring With You:

  • Swimsuit
  • Sandals or Flip-flops
  • Bathrobe, if Needed
  • Hairdryer and Toiletries, if Needed (we have towels and showers for your use)

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