Since the beginning of time, people have been drawn to water and its natural healing abilities—and for good reason. This instinctual draw to water has evolved from ancient Grecian bath houses to the modernized and science driven aquatic therapy that is seen today.
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After closing the hydrotherapy pool at the QEII Health Sciences Centre’s Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre five years ago, patients, therapists, and community members have reason to celebrate as a new pool will open this summer.
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Liquid Gym is a one-of-a-kind hydrotherapy and hydro-training facility in Ottawa, and is the brainchild of Karen Snyder and Irene Hammerich. After Snyder broke her leg five years ago, and experiencing the challenges of scheduling physiotherapy during her busy schedule, she decided to…
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The 2013 World Aquatic Health Conference™ (WAHC™) and Aquatic Physical Therapy Summit once again drew a diverse crowd, attracting nearly 400 representatives of the aquatics community from eight countries.
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During the winter of 2010, Mac, a golden retriever, who lives with a family near Severn Bridge, Ont., was struck by a passing vehicle in front of the family’s home on Christmas Eve. Mac was excited to see his master come home and quickly ran to meet him; however, due to some confusion, he accidentally ran onto the road.
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A consortium of companies representing the Canadian aquatic leisure industry recently joined forces to install a swim spa for a Canadian Armed Forces couple coping with debilitating injuries stemming from their recent tours of duty.
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In July 2008, Orillia teenager Tyhme Thompson suffered a serious spinal cord injury, leaving her paralyzed from the chest down. After being airlifted to St. Mike’s Hospital in Toronto, she underwent extensive…
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In the pool and spa industry, promotion has consistently centred on delivering fun and family togetherness. Over the years, this marketing approach has prompted many consumers to purchase swimming pools and hot tubs for their…
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