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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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