2213 ~ Deep Water Therapy
Intermediate /
Pre-Symposium 2-Hour Pool Workshop
(Pool: 5:40-6:40 pm / Classroom:
7:00-8:00 pm)
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Explore the benefits and
progression of deep-water exercise. Basic to advanced exercises are presented
with focus on alignment and practical application. Equipment selection,
determining adequate flotation and common verbal cues are discussed.
COURSE OBJECTIVES:
1) Describe proper alignment and
amount of floatation for a client participating in deep-water exercise.
2) Determine the four main
benefits of deep-water exercise.
3) Progress clients from beginning to more advanced deep-water exercise
4) Recognize precautions specific to deep-water exercise.
5) Cue patients to perform
deep-water exercise.
FACULTY: Beth Scalone, PT, DPT, OCS, is a
physical therapist with several years of experience in orthopedic and aquatic
therapy. Since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 1991, she has
belonged to the American Physical Therapy Association and has achieved
certification as a clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. In
January 2006, she graduated from Boston University with a Doctor of Physical
Therapy degree. Beth has taught multiple courses related to orthopedics and
aquatic therapy and is a Certified Master Instructor for the Burdenko
Institute, incorporating the principles into her programming.