Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy Visiting Intensives

At High Hopes, our Hydrotherapy program uses the therapeutic application of water to support a child’s physical development and rehabilitation. In a specially designed pool, children engage in guided exercises that improve movement, strength, balance, and coordination. The supportive nature of water reduces stress on the joints and allows for smoother, more effective movement.
Hydrotherapy can be offered as a standalone intervention or alongside land-based therapies such as Physical and Occupational Therapy. Our team designs personalized water-based therapy plans that align with each child’s unique needs, helping to boost participation, independence, and overall quality of life.
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Our Expertise

The Hydrotherapy Department has the expertise and the experience to effectively handle the following conditions:

Early Intervention

Using water-based therapy to promote motor development and sensory integration in infants and toddlers.

Cerebral Palsy

Improving muscle tone, movement, and coordination through low-impact aquatic exercises.

Spina Bifida

Enhancing strength and mobility in a safe, supportive aquatic environment.

Genetic Disorders

Supporting physical function and joint movement in children with conditions like Down syndrome.

Neuromuscular Disorders

Reducing muscle stiffness and improving range of motion with water-assisted therapy.

Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)

Aiding physical recovery and motor re-learning through aquatic rehabilitation.

Joint and Muscle Pain

Providing pain relief and increased comfort through gentle, warm-water movement.

Balance and Coordination Challenges

Enhancing stability and motor control with water-supported activities.

Sensory Processing Disorders

Offering calming, regulated sensory input through therapeutic water play.

Post-Surgical Recovery

Facilitating safe, low-impact movement and rehabilitation after surgery.

Mobility Limitations

Encouraging freedom of movement and improved endurance in children with restricted mobility.

Orthopaedic Conditions

Supporting joint function, strength, and alignment with aquatic therapy techniques.

Motor Planning Difficulties

Improving body awareness and movement sequencing in a playful, water-based setting.

Therapy tools and strategies

Therapeutic Pool Exercises

Buoyancy-Assisted Movement

Resistance-Based Strengthening

Balance and Core Stability Training

Sensory Integration through Water Play

Gait Training in Water

Aquatic Manual Therapy

Hydrostatic Pressure Regulation

Functional Skill Practice

Parent and Caregiver Involvement

OUR Hydrotherapy TEAM

our hydrotherapy visiting intensives department

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To transform the quality of life for kids with moderate to complex special needs through offering integrated, best-in-class therapies.

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