Healing Waters

Water has the potential to soothe discomfort associated with a variety of joint disorders. Warm water in particular can have a positive effect on range of motion, core stability, mild cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, balance and muscular endurance capabilities.

The diagnosis of chronic disease such as Diabetes, Arthritis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s and Cancer used to be followed by advice to “take it easy” and rest. Research confirms that exercise can strengthen the immune system and promote healing. Certain conditions and special populations respond best to activity in an aquatic environment.

Aquatic therapy within the Destiny Wellness Program is appropriate as a rehabilitation or post-rehabilitation exercise program to develop the various aspects of health and functional capabilities. Therapy would be provided as an individual session ensuring appropriate individualization and progression.

Aquatic therapy, being initiated as a rehabilitation program, includes the use of outcome measures and assessments. Accurate and relevant progress reports are available upon request to the treating physician or other health care professional.

Aquatic therapy is provided by a registered clinical Kinesiologist (and/or CALA certified Aquatic Rehabilitation Specialist). Aquatic therapy is appropriate for those recovering from an MVA (motor vehicle accident), stroke, knee/hip and other surgery, those with a musculoskeletal injury, or for those with medical conditions such as fibromyalgia or arthritis.