Aquatic Therapy

Why Aquatic Therapy?

Because it’s fun! Buoyancy reduces gravity, so it’s a safe place to challenge balance and relieve muscle and joint pain.

Benefits of Aquatic Therapy

Improve Balance

Increase Bloodflow

Gain Strength

Our Services

  • Pediatric Aquatic Therapy

    Aquatic therapy for children with:

    Autism Spectrum Disorder

    Cerebral Palsy

    Down Syndrome ant oher genetic disorders and disabilities

    Muscular dystrophy and other neuromuscular disorders

  • Adult Aquatic Therapy

    Aquatic therapy for adults with:

    Post operative therapy

    Spinal Cord Injuries

    Balance/Gait/Strengthening needs

    Stroke Rehab

What does aquatic therapy look like?

During aquatic therapy treatment, we might use a variety of equipment, such as:

  • Water wheel chairs (various sizes)

  • Water walker

  • Ankle weights

  • Aquatic dumbbells

  • Pool noodles

  • Gait belt/safety belt

  • A variety of fun pool toys!

 FAQs

First Step Pediatric Therapy rents out space at Snohomish Aquatic Center to provide aquatic therapy services

Snohomish Aquatic Center

516 Maple Ave

Snohomish, WA 98290