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Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy is the use of water to provide a therapeutic treatment. This is usually in the form of a pool or underwater treadmill. How does this help?

Buoyancy

Buoyancy is what helps animals to float, therefore taking some of the weight off their joints. This is really beneficial for over weight patients that are already carrying extra weight.

Resistance

Resistance is the increased force that is required when in the water. This is what helps build muscle and increase cardiovascular fitness.

Temperature

Buoyancy is what helps animals to float, therefore taking some of the weight off their joints. This is really beneficial for over weight patients that are already carrying extra weight.

Hydrostatic Pressure

When submerged in water, the water places a small amount of pressure on this area. 

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