The advantage
of the aquatic treadmill is that it takes pressure off of the joints, making exercise less damaging to those sensitive areas while still allowing rigorous exercise for the cardiovascular system and muscles.
Not exact matches
Dr. Kim and colleagues conclude, «
Aquatic treadmill exercise may not only improve baseline functional status and functional recovery during the subacute period, it may also enhance social participation and quality
of life during the chronic stroke period.»
«This improved performance may reflect the fact that the
aquatic treadmill exercise involved the fluid resistance
of the water environment,» Dr. Kim and colleagues write.
Modalities available for animal physical rehabilitation include:
aquatic therapy (underwater
treadmill, pool, or whirlpool), therapeutic LASER, acupuncture, electrical stimulation, therapeutic ultrasound, massage, joint mobilizations, hot and cold therapy, passive range
of motion, stretch, and therapeutic exercises.
One
of our Pet - Parents sent us this video
of Krimpet on our
Aquatic Treadmill.
Some
of those technologies include x-rays, microchip identification, our
aquatic treadmill, microscopes, and dental tools!
She sees many arthritic patients, but some
of the pets that use the
aquatic treadmill are primarily using it for weight loss.
Aquatic Therapy in an Underwater
Treadmill: Buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure, viscosity, resistance and surface tension are physical properties
of water that can produce specific therapeutic benefits.
Sound Paws Canine Rehabilitation, led by Dr. Harlan McLaughlin and located within Norwalk Animal Hospital utilizes the most current veterinary rehabilitation therapy treatments such as
aquatic therapy (underwater
treadmill), TENS (pain relief), therapeutic ultrasound and LASER, as well as range
of motion and strengthening exercises.
Many orthopedic surgeries, including all ACL surgeries, receive a minimum
of 6 sessions with a Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner trained in rehabilitation therapy on an
aquatic treadmill to strengthen muscle mass.