Post-Operative Recovery

• Hydrotherapy supports early recovery by promoting movement without overloading healing joints.
• The warm water improves joint mobility, helping to prevent stiffness during recovery.
• Water’s buoyancy enables early weight-bearing activities, such as walking, that may not yet be possible on land.

Chronic Pain Management

• For those with chronic pain, traditional exercise may feel too intense. Hydrotherapy offers a gentler alternative, easing pressure on joints.
• Warm water soothes muscles and promotes relaxation, making it easier to move comfortably.

Neurological Rehabilitation

• Hydrotherapy is beneficial for conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), and Parkinson’s disease.
• Research shows improvements in gait, balance, and coordination through aquatic-based exercises.

Cardiovascular Health

• Individuals with stable cardiovascular conditions can benefit from improved exercise capacity and muscle strength through hydrotherapy.
• The controlled environment helps safely increase activity levels while reducing joint strain.

Deconditioning and Muscle Atrophy

• After periods of inactivity or illness, muscles can weaken and lose mass. Hydrotherapy offers a safe way to rebuild strength.
• Water resistance provides effective muscle engagement without putting excess load on joints, making it ideal for gradual reconditioning.

Whether you’re recovering from surgery, managing pain, or regaining strength, hydrotherapy provides a supportive, low-impact environment to help you move better and feel stronger.

What Do I Do in a Class?

After completing an assessment with a physiotherapist, they will design an individualized program based on your goals and their findings. During the class, your physiotherapist will demonstrate exercises and assist you as needed to ensure correct technique and safe performance.

Do I Need to Be Able to Swim?

No! Hydrotherapy can be performed in shallow water. Your physiotherapist will set you up in a comfortable spot, using rails or floats if needed to help you feel secure. A lifeguard is always on duty at our hydrotherapy pools for added safety.

What Do I Need to Be Careful Of?

• If you’ve recently had surgery, consult your surgeon or doctor to confirm that your wounds have healed to reduce the risk of infection.
• For individuals with cardiovascular or respiratory conditions, diabetes with peripheral neuropathy (numbness in hands or feet), skin rashes, kidney conditions, or autoimmune disorders, it’s best to seek medical advice before starting hydrotherapy.

How Do I Get Started?

Your journey begins with a hydrotherapy assessment conducted by one of our physiotherapists. During this one-time session, they’ll review your medical history, assess your strength, mobility, and balance, and establish your goals. After this, your physiotherapist will create a tailored program, and you can book into a class.

We offer hydrotherapy classes every weekday at the following locations:

• Physica Ringwood – Aquanation
• Physica Yarra Valley – Aquahub
• Physica Knoxfield – Knox Leisureworks

Hydrotherapy provides a welcoming, low-impact environment to help you move better, feel stronger, and achieve your health goals.