Hydrotherapy Classes in ACT
Exercising in warm water has numerous therapeutic benefits that may help your injury or health concerns in a light and gentle environment. Our team uses an onsite specialised hydrotherapy pool, providing individualised and group services depending on your needs.
Our hydrotherapy classes are circuit based with a variety of strength, mobility and aerobic exercises that are performed in a gentle and welcoming environment. The Hydrostatic pressure of the water in our hydro pool creates a comfortable environment for your body, and can reduce swelling, improve circulation, decrease pain and help muscles relax.
The buoyancy of water can help to offload irritated joints allowing you to move with more ease and comfort while you strengthen your muscles and increase your tolerance to perform land-based activities and tasks.
If you are interested in learning more about our group classes or hydrotherapy services, please get in touch with us on (02) 6140 3282 and our team would be more than happy to help however we can.
EmPower Better Health offers small and large group classes to suit your individual needs.
Hydrotherapy Frequently Asked Questions
One-on-one hydrotherapy sessions are available Monday to Friday between 8am-5pm depending on pool booking availability.
We also run weekly hydrotherapy group classes at both our CISAC Belconnen and ANU locations. See below.
Please note that all our hydrotherapy classes are accessible by appointment only. If you would like to participate in any of our hydrotherapy services, just contact our friendly team to book in for an appointment.
CISAC Club Lime Hydro Pool:
Monday: 12.15pm-1pm
Wednesday: 9.15am-10am
Thursday: 1.15pm-2pm
Friday: 8am-8.45am
ANU Club Lime Pool:
Tuesday: 9:30am-10:15am
Thursday: 12.15pm-1.15pm
No. You do not need a referral to participate in our hydrotherapy services, however, all patients under Medicare, DVA, Workers Compensation and CTP claims will need a referral prior to attending your initial consultation to receive a rebate.
Not necessarily. The exercises do not specifically require swimming though it is important that you feel comfortable in the water. All of the pools we use have shallow sections (less than 1 meter) and safety rails for your comfort, safety and convenience.
Yes! All of our hydrotherapy pools are wheelchair accessible with built in safety ramps and rails.
There are some situations that may mean hydrotherapy is not a suitable option for you right now:
- Post-surgical wound healing, skin irritation or infection
- Compromised immunity (chemotherapy, illness, autoimmune drug therapy etc.)
- Uncontrolled conditions that can affect consciousness such as Diabetes, Epilepsy or low blood pressure
- Significant incontinence or stomach upset
If you are unsure whether you should engage in hydrotherapy, check with your doctor and be sure to discuss your concerns with your Exercise Physiologist during your initial consultation.
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