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Underwater Treadmill

Underwater Treadmill at FPAH
Hydrotherapy is the use of an underwater treadmill to strengthen and re-educate a patient’s limbs. The buoyancy of the water allows for the strengthening of patient’s muscles with little or no pressure on painful joints. The warmth of the water helps increase the flexibility, mobility and contractility of muscles while also increasing circulation. This tool is often used for return post-surgical patient to exercise sooner, strengthening of supportive muscles surrounding painful/arthritic joints and weight loss. The ability to control the speed, water resistance and depth allows therapists to improve a patient’s range of motion, weight bearing status and fitness. This is especially helpful in patients with neurologic conditions that are unable to walk or stand without assistance and patients with muscle loss from during surgical recovery or a chronic injury.

2006 W U.S. 50, O'Fallon, IL 62269
(618) 632-4615
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Hours & Location
    • Tour Our Hospital
    • Our Team >
      • Our Veterinarians >
        • Dr Jessen
        • Dr Bollmeier
        • Dr Bedard
        • Dr Jenner
        • Dr Renth
      • Our Staff
    • Testimonials & Reviews
  • Services
    • Preventative Care >
      • Puppy Care
      • Kitten Care
      • Senior Dog & Cat Care
      • Microchipping
      • Nutritional Counseling
    • Advanced Diagnostics
    • Medical Treatment >
      • Internal Medicine
      • Pharmacy
    • Surgical Services >
      • Dentistry
    • Physical Therapy & Rehab >
      • Underwater Treadmill
      • Therapeutic Laser
    • Boarding
    • Kennelwood Grooming & Training
    • Online Pharmacy
  • Resources
    • Emergency Care
    • New Client Form
    • Rescues & Shelters
    • Useful Links
    • Current Promotions >
      • New Client Referral Program
    • Blog
  • Contact
    • Request an Appointment