Benefits of hydrotherapy include:

• Muscle pain / Muscle spasm reduction
• Swelling and inflammation reduction
• Stress on the body released (reduces weight bearing by reducing gravity)
• i.e. Water to neck 10% weight to feet
• Water to chest 30% weight to feet
• Water to hips 50% weight to feet
• Improved circulation & metabolism
• Greater flexability and movement
• Greater muscle strength
• Fitness and endurance
• Greater coordination and relaxation
• Increased confidence
• Improved posture and balance
• Fun and social interaction

Hydrotherapy - Hip, Knee and Shoulder Classes

Aims to strengthen & stretch the muscles surrounding the joint in a safe low impact exercise environment

Hip Classes Suitable for:
• Pre-operatively - Total Hip Replacement (strengthen & stretch prior to surgery)
• Post operatively – Total Hip Replacement
• Osteoarthritis

Knee Classes Suitable for:
• Pre-operatively – Total Knee Replacement
• Post-operatively – Total Knee Replacement
• Osteoarthritis 

Shoulder Classes Suitable for:
• Pre-operatively – Total Shoulder Replacement
• Post-operatively – Total Shoulder Replacement
• Osteoarthritis

A physiotherapist instructs all classes. For more information, Catherine Back – Outpatient Services Manager 8978 5277 email: cback@mhsdelmar.com.au, and for bookings please phone 8978 5297.