Learning the Benefits of NDIS Hydrotherapy
If you are an NDIS participant or carer of a participant who is suffering from physical conditions, but traditional physiotherapy techniques have been too strenuous or painful, hydrotherapy is likely the right choice for you. Thanks to the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia, hydrotherapy is quickly being recognised as one of the most valuable support services for individuals with disabilities. This article will explore what NDIS hydrotherapy is, what material ways they can benefit an NDIS participant, and the wonders of mobile hydrotherapy, which we at Power Physio specialise in.
What is Hydrotherapy?
Hydrotherapy is a type of physical therapy conducted with low-impact exercises in a heated swimming pool. The buoyant properties of the water are great for carrying out all kinds of exercises, such as resistance for strength improvement, balance, and physical flexibility. This style of therapy is specially effective for managing mobility challenges, injury recovery, and physical balance. Above all, hydrotherapy is about promoting pain relief and a heightened range of motion in a low-stress environment.
The Science Behind Hydrotherapy
The reason hydrotherapy is so effective is precisely because of one key factor: its buoyancy. Due to buoyancy reducing body weight, less stress is placed on the joints and muscles of the participant. This means that hydrotherapy is more effective for some individuals than traditional land-based physical therapy. This allows participants to carry out exercises that might be too challenging. Additionally, the resistance of water helps individuals build strength in a way that’s less taxing to the body and decreases swelling. Finally, the warmth of the water and the feeling of floating are stellar at providing relaxation—reducing weight on the joints, bones, and muscles—and improving blood circulation.
Specific Benefits of Hydrotherapy
There are a variety of benefits that come with utilising hydrotherapy that can improve your recovery process. Hydrotherapy has been proven to improve clients’ balance, strength, coordination, and physical mobility. The benefits go beyond just strength building and mobility, as they’re also proven to improve cardiovascular health, immune responses, sleep quality, gastrointestinal functions, and respiratory health. Another major series of benefits is that hydrotherapy can reduce swelling, anxiety, pain, and muscle soreness. Overall, hydrotherapy is an expansive physical therapy that can help with a variety of physical and mental stressors, and is highly beneficial when incorporated into your NDIS plan.
NDIS Support Services and Hydrotherapy
The NDIS provides funding for a wide range of support services, which includes hydrotherapy. Power Physio is a fully accredited NDIS provider, and we can easily apply NDIS-approved rates to your NDIS plan.
How Power Physio Provides Mobile Hydrotherapy
You may have been under the impression that NDIS hydrotherapy requires you to have your own personal pool. This is not the case. With Power Physio, we schedule meetings specifically in your nearest local pool. We bring all of the pieces of hydrotherapy equipment to ensure a professional and comprehensive physiotherapy session. Our specially trained NDIS providers work with you one-on-one in the pool, guiding you through simple exercises adjusted to your needs in a program that’s adapted to help you. Each of your sessions are structured in a way that our clients feel supported thanks to our client-first approach to physiotherapy.
Plunge into Hydrotherapy with Power Physio
Hydrotherapy is a highly powerful style of exercise. After reading this article, you now have a clear understanding of how it can benefit NDIS participants and their specific disabilities. Applying for mobile NDIS services can be a life-changing experience, leading to better health outcomes for yourself and getting closer to achieving your mobility and pain management needs.
At Power Physio, we are highly motivated and courteous physiotherapists who are invigorated by the idea of helping NDIS participants meet their physical health needs. We don’t have a physical office, but bring the office to you by arriving with exercise programs and equipment right in your neighbourhood. We can also write a range of reports, such as meticulously written Functional Capacity Reports, Progress Reports, and Letters of Support.
If you want to learn more about how Power Physio can help you, reach out to us today so we can discuss your needs and organise your first hydrotherapy appointment.