In Australia, someone has a stroke every 19 minutes. According to the Stroke Foundation, there are over 27,000 new and recurrent strokes in Australia each year, and over 400,000 Australians are currently living with the effects of stroke. Stroke recovery can be a long and challenging journey, but rehabilitation therapies, like Hydrotherapy, can offer stroke survivors an effective and gentle way to regain their independence and improve mobility.
Why Hydro rehab works for stroke recovery
Hydrotherapy uses the healing properties of water to assist with stroke rehabilitation. The buoyancy of water reduces the strain on muscles and joints, providing a low-impact environment that allows individuals to move more freely and safely. This is particularly beneficial for stroke survivors, who may have difficulty with balance, muscle weakness, or limited mobility. Hydrotherapy helps to alleviate these challenges by promoting circulation, improving flexibility, and re-training motor skills.
Water resistance also offers a natural way to strengthen muscles and enhance coordination. By engaging in controlled movements in water, stroke survivors can rebuild strength, improve balance, and increase flexibility, which are key components of post stroke rehab and stroke recovery. These attributes make Hydrotherapy one of the most ideal post stroke rehab exercises.
Sans Souci rehabilitation for stroke recovery at Healthstin
At Healthstin Sans Souci, our experienced Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists create individualised Hydrotherapy plans to suit each person’s specific rehabilitation needs. From improving gait and muscle tone to enhancing coordination and reducing spasticity, our Expert Team provides tailored support to help stroke survivors regain their independence. Our Hydrotherapy programmes are available through NDIS, Worker’s Compensation, Private Health, Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP), and more. To take the next step in your recovery, contact us at 1300 090 931 or visit our Sans Souci clinic.
