Prescribing the right aquatic exercise program for those with functional limitations is challenging, in part because the literature on water exercise is limited. That prescription is made all the more difficult when working with clients and patients with a wide range of limitations. Aquatic Exercise for Rehabilitation and Training shows professionals how to design aquatic rehabilitation and exercise programs for various groups and individuals across the life span. The authors guide readers in choosing the right exercises for their clients—including the appropriate exercise frequency, intensity, and duration—based on each client’s abilities and limitations.
The authors compiled literature on water exercise from around the world and applied the information to a variety of situations. The book presents several current theories as well as a historical view for each theory and description of treatment implementation. The theories and principles are presented with the use of a regional- and system-based approach.
Chapter 1. Introduction and Historical Overview
Chapter 2. Aquatic Service Providers
Chapter 3. Aquatic Properties and Therapeutic Interventions
Chapter 4. Physiological Responses to Immersion and Aquatic Exercise
Part II. Philosophy and Technique Elements
Chapter 5. The Halliwick Concept
Chapter 6. The Bad Ragaz Ring Method
Chapter 7. Ai Chi
Chapter 8. Watsu
Chapter 9. Swim Stroke Training and Modification for Rehabilitation
Part III. Client Elements
Chapter 10. Assessment and Evaluation
Chapter 11. Specialized Aquatic Cardiovascular Training
Chapter 12. Neuromuscular Training
Chapter 13. Core Muscloskeletal Training
Chapter 14. Upper-Quarter Musculoskeletal Training
Chapter 15. Lower-Quarter Musculoskeletal Training
Chapter 16. Case Scenarios of Individuals with Specific Needs
Lori Thein Brody, PT, PhD, SCS, ATC, is a senior physical therapist in Madison, Wisconsin. Her aquatic therapy experience includes nearly 20 years of treating a variety of patients. Brody is a frequent contributor to the body of knowledge in rehabilitation, including a popular text on therapeutic exercise, teaching continuing education courses, and providing postprofessional coursework.
Paula Richley Geigle, PT, PhD, is an assistant professor in the department of physical therapy and rehabilitation science at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. Geigle's 27 years of clinical practice as a generalist includes aquatic intervention. Part of her research agenda focuses on incorporating aquatic exercise to manage the negative health outcomes of cancer and aging.