We Treat Arthritis, Athletic Injuries, Geriatrics, Neuromuscular Disorders, Pre/Post Surgical, Spinal Stabilization, Stoke Rehab & Total Joint Rplcmnt
General Info
Water or Pool Therapy Has Long Been Used As An Adjunct to Traditional Land Based Therapy Techniques. Water is An Ideal Environment for Therapy, As Its Buoyancy Reduces Body Mass and Provides Support, Which Allows for Less Painful Movement. This Also Permits Range of Motion to Begin Earlier Than is Possible on Land. As you Progress, We Can Introduce a Variety of Equipment to Both Challenge or Assist You.
Services/Products
We Treat: *Arthritis *Athletic Injuries *Geriatrics *Neuromuscular Disorders *Pre/Post Surgical *Spinal Stabilization *Stroke, Rehab & Total Joint Replacement *Most Major Insurance Plans Accepted
Arthritis and its close relative, fibromyalgia, can affect either a single or often multiple joints. It is characterized by the erosion of bony surfaces and their articulating tendinous and ligamentous structures. This renders the joint unstable and painful. Exercising on land may no longer be an option as the bones are further compressed by the effects of gravity. The pool provides an excellent alternative for strengthening and cardiovascular fitness by decreasing weight bearing through the joints.
Pediatric Care
Carrie Thorson graduated from the Physical Therapy program at California State University Long Beach in 1987. She has worked in acute care, acute rehab, cardiac rehab, wound care, skilled nursing facilities, home health, and outpatient clinics treating both orthopedic and neuro clients in both land and pool based settings. She began working in the pool in 1995. Carrie started her own business, Aquatic Rehab & Consulting, in 2004 with two locations in Southern California. She treats a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics, ortho, neuro, and chronic pain. She is an adjunct faculty member for Chapman University’s Physical Therapy program, assisted with editing for the Aquatic Physical Therapy Section’s certificate in clinical competency, and is the California campus director for Aquatic Therapy University where she instructs fellow Physical Therapists in aquatic therapy continuing education. Carrie lives with her husband and three children in Rancho Santa Margarita, California.
Multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy, developmental delay, and cerebellar ataxia are just a few of the diagnosis which can benefit from aquatic physical therapy. The water provides a unique three dimensional environment which can be used to treat abnormal muscle tone, gait dysfunction, and balance deficits as well as other deficits resulting from neuromuscular disorders.
"After having a total knee replacement, I was faced with the decision of where to do my rehabilitation. Fortunately, my rheumatologist recommended Aquatic Rehab and Consulting. I have progressed more rapidly than others I have known who chose a traditional type of therapy. I am convinced that my success is the result of the care I received from Carrie Thorson and her staff. I am an advocate of aquatic therapy and I plan to continue treatment after my knee has healed. The Aquatic Rehab and Consulting staff concentrates on problem areas but in addition they are concerned with the well being of the entire body. My recommendation is to do your body a favor and get into the WATER."
Aquatic Rehab and Consulting provides aquatic physical therapy services in two facilities within the Orange County area. For more information regarding physical therapy please contact our office. You may also fill out the form, in our form section, and a member of our staff will call you back regarding your request. Thank you for your interest in Aquatic Rehab and Consulting.
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Aquatic Therapy
Water or pool therapy has long been used for both adults and children as an alternative or adjunct to traditional land based therapy techniques. Water provides a safe environment for continuous learning and exploration of movement. Aquatic Therapy can improve a child's self confidence by providing a means of community integration and by decreasing the disability stigma.The Aquatic Rehab and Consulting staff combines expert knowledge with patience and lots of smiles to make therapy a fun and productive experience for children.