The Aquatic Therapy Program at Doctors Hospital at White Rock Lake involves various exercises based upon individual patient diagnosis, utilizing the properties of water to decrease joint compression, and increase or decrease muscle resistance. It can be a successful alternative to traditional therapy for patients who are unable to tolerate land exercise due to pain, poor endurance, recent surgery, and acute or chronic ailments. By utilizing water as an exercise medium, gravity is significantly decreased, resulting in the alleviation of joint and spinal compression, allowing for a beneficial pain-reduced environment. The ultimate objective of the Aquatic Therapy Program is to transition the rehabilitation process from the medium of water to a more dynamic land rehabilitation program, which prepares one for a land-based lifestyle.

A physician’s referral is required for the outpatient aquatic therapy service. Once the referral is made, the Occupational/Physical Therapist will complete your evaluation, determine the intervening aquatic program, establish diagnosis-related goals, and implement a treatment regime. This information, along with your medical history, will help to develop your individualized aquatic therapy program. Communication occurs with your physician through written progress reports that monitor your progress through the Aquatic Therapy program.

Insurance companies cover outpatient aquatics therapy. We would be glad to contact your insurance company to establish pre-certification and to inquire about coverage prior to beginning the program.