Application of Exercise in Water Flashcards
(10 cards)
What are the main principles applied in aquatic exercise therapy?
Buoyancy, hydrostatic pressure, viscosity, drag, and thermodynamics.
How does buoyancy influence muscle activation in water?
It reverses normal muscle activation patterns due to the reduction of gravitational force.
What effect does hydrostatic pressure have on circulation and respiration?
It increases central circulatory load and makes breathing harder when the thorax is submerged.
How do viscosity and drag assist with therapeutic goals in water?
They provide velocity- and surface area-dependent resistance, which can be used to increase or decrease challenge.
How does turbulence benefit aquatic therapy?
Turbulence can assist mobility or provide resistance for strengthening depending on how it’s applied.
Name some equipment used in hydrotherapy for positioning and safety.
Neck collars, armbands, weights, noodles, and kickboards.
What equipment can be used to add therapeutic challenge in hydrotherapy?
Paddles, flippers, inflatables, balls, nets, wave machines, and underwater treadmills.
What should a typical aquatic therapy session include?
Warm-up, strength activities, functional activities, and a cool-down, each tailored to the patient.
How can balance be trained dynamically in water?
Through activities like heel-toe walking, perturbation training, and using floats to challenge stability.
What is the overall benefit of aquatic therapy?
It combines support and resistance, enabling participation for individuals with impairments while also benefiting elite athletes.
