Aquatic Therapy

Spinal Solutions Program

Our Spinal Solutions Program is for patients who suffer from back pain and sciatic-type pain. The Aquatic portion of this program includes gentle spinal decompression in the deep end of our pool. This utilizes ankle weights and floats to create a gentle stretch, while the warm water helps to relax the muscles surrounding the spine. The second part of the treatment is stabilization and strengthening of the muscles of the core and legs to prevent further injury.

Gait and Balance Program

This program helps patients who feel unstable, have a fear of falling, loss of endurance or are just in need of general strengthening for stabilization and mobility. Our patients are treated with a customized program that fits their goals. They receive one-on-one care with the therapist right beside them in the pool. Most patients are surprised by what they are able to accomplish while in a partial weight bearing environment. Patients are challenged with various exercises to improve strength, balance and coordination while in a safe, friendly environment.

Joint rehab/pre and post surgery

Many patients that are considering joint surgery come to White Sands Physical Therapy to gain strength before their surgery so that they will have a faster recovery time. The warm water helps to take the load off painful, achy joints and allows patients to exercises in a partial weight bearing environment. This is also beneficial for those patients who have had surgery and need help to get better, faster. Working out in a partial weight bearing environment is ideal to help those get back to living their life to its fullest.

*If you have any questions about our therapy, feel free to call and ask! (941) 924-9525