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Administration Office

3232 State Route 257 

PO Box 248

Seneca, PA  16346

Phone:  814-670-0534

Fax:  814-676-6886

Franklin

111 W. Park St

Franklin, PA 16323

Phone: 814-432-7934

Fax: 814-432-8680

Seneca

3232 State Hwy 257 Suite 2

Po Box 248

Seneca, PA 16346

Phone: 814-676-6675

Fax: 814-676-6886

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What is "Aquatic Physical Therapy"

• Aquatic Physical Therapy is the evidence-based and skilled practice of physical therapy in an aquatic environment by a physical therapist, or a physical therapist assistant under the supervision of a physical therapist.
• The unique properties of the aquatic environment enhance interventions for patients of all ages with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiovascular/pulmonary, and integumentary diseases,disorders, or conditions
• Aquatic Physical Therapy interventions are designed to improve:
  • function
  • aerobic capacity/endurance conditioning
  • balance, coordination, and agility
  • body mechanics and postural stability
  • flexibility
  • gait and locomotion
  • relaxation
  • muscle strength, power, and endurance

What is the difference between "aquatic physical therapy" and "aquatic exercise"

• Aquatic Physical Therapy requires the "skilled service" of a PT and/or PTA which may include:
  • The clinical reasoning and decision making skills of a PT/PTA
  • The patient has impairments and/or disabilities which can be minimized or eliminated with aquatic physical therapy; and
  • The patient has potential to maximize functional goals/outcomes to improve quality of life
• Aquatic Exercise is the utilization of water for the implementation of quality of life, fitness-related or general health-related goals; can be delivered in a group setting that includes multiple clients and diagnoses; can be delivered by anyone; and has no accompanying paperwork, insurance involvement,or written follow-up information required.

Aquatic Physical Therapy is ideal to treat: