Aquatic Therapy | Physical Therapy | Sports Medicine
Occupational/Industrial Medicine

Aquatic therapy improves strength and endurance in a low-impact environment. Costello Center Physical Therapy is the only Center in the area to offer aquatic therapy in its two warm water therapy pools. These exercises help those with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis and those with hip, knee or shoulder problems. Water is ideal for therapy and exercise because it decreases stress on joints caused by gravity. Steady pressure from water creates resistance against the moving body part, increasing strength and flexibility. Other benefits include reduced pain, increased joint motion, improved circulation, improved balance, fewer muscle spasms and less swelling.

Our trained team of experts assists individuals in regaining functional abilities, including strength, balance and endurance. Specifically designed to help individuals who have experienced an injury, who want to regain strength and movement or who require special attention for muscle conditioning, our programs emphasize teamwork between the individual and his or her therapist. This relationship and supportive environment encourages a common therapy goal, helping the patient move towards recovery and getting back to daily living.

Services include pre-participation physicals for teams or individuals, prevention programs, on-site athletic coverage, injury evaluation, referral service, strengthening and conditioning programs, education and Biodex computerized evaluations.

Services include acute injury assessment and treatment, functional capacity assessment, work hardening through job simulation, job analysis and modification, pre-employment screening/placement, preventative educational and exercise programs.