Hydrotherapy

Physiotherapists have been using water therapy, or hydrotherapy, as part of their wide range of treatment techniques for many years.

Use is made of the properties of water, including its buoyancy and turbulence. Benefits include strengthening muscles, improving mobility, balance and co-ordination, and reducing swelling. It is also an effective method of pain relief as well as promoting relaxation and enhanced well-being. Hydrotherapy can help people with muscle and joint problems, such as neck and back pain, arthritic conditions, such as osteo-arthritis, following surgery or fractures. It is also a useful way of maintaing fitness and strength whilst an injury is healing, as it can be low impact.

You will be closely supervised by a Physiotherapist with specialist training who will design an appropriate programme of exercises in the water.

Our experienced physio will be able to carry out hydrotherapy sessions at the pool at our clinic in David Lloyd, Southampton.