Hydrotherapy + Gym Programs

HYDROTHERAPY SERVICES AND GYM PROGRAMS IN SPRINGFIELD

Hydrotherapy

Hydrotherapy or aquatic physiotherapy in basic terms is exercise and/or treatment conducted in water, usually a heated pool, for pain relief and treatment. Water, especially warm water, is a great medium to effectively get a painful joint or condition moving again, with greater comfort than that from land based exercise in the early period of some conditions where pain prevents or limits function.

Hydrotherapy has been a part of medicine for years, in particular occupational therapy and physiotherapy, and has been around in different forms for literally thousands of years to treat a variety of conditions. The term encompasses a broad range of approaches and therapeutic methods that take advantage of the physical properties of water, such as temperature, pressure and buoyancy for therapeutic purposes, to stimulate blood circulation and provide a gravity minimized environment that is safe on joints.

Ask one of our qualified staff today on how Hydrotherapy can help you. We will be able to assess, prescribe and deliver a program of hydrotherapy for your individual condition. We also recommend at least one physiotherapist supervised session so one of our expert staff can demonstrate all the techniques or exercises in the pool with you. We also commonly recommend Hydrotherapy as part of a return to work or sport program and it is particularly helpful for patients recovering from surgery (e.g. joint replacement, ACL reconstruction) for a complete rehabilitation.

Gym Programs

Gym based exercise and programs are an amazing tool for pain relief, rehabilitation and return to optimal function. Almost all of the major (and sometimes even minor) injuries and conditions we see require some form of therapeutic exercise program involving aspects of strength, motor control, endurance and conditioning. Whether you have pain and dysfunction due to chronic prolonged postures at a desk over a computer or you are trying to return to sport or work without pain and at your best, WE CAN HELP!

We have a small physio gym onsite that includes two whole body vibration machines and some equipment. We are also in partnership with several large local Gyms and have a great working relationship with them for the rehabilitation of our clients – so you choose and we can meet you there for an hour consultation or if you prefer we can just draw up your program and have an initial program instruction session.

Strength and stability of the spine and joints is the number one factor that usually prevents pain or injury and there is no better way than a safely prescribed, physiotherapist delivered, gym based therapeutic exercise program. Stimulate blood circulation, endorphins and testosterone, smash that depression and fatigue, sleep better and recover quicker by exercising your way to A NEW YOU with the confidence that what you are doing in the gym is safe and effective!

Whole Body Vibration Training

HOW DOES IT WORK?

Whole body vibration exercise and therapy works your body from the inside out and literally works the whole body! This new type of exercise is not a gimmick. It is an efficient, effective and safe way to stimulate muscles, nerves and bone cells. Originally invented by the Russians for their cosmonauts to reduce the effects of Osteoporosis in space, it is clinically proven to increase muscle mass and bone density. It also is possibly the easiest way to “undo” the negative effects of the typical sedentary western lifestyle. It does this by simulating weight bearing exercise and increasing G-forces through the body thus stimulating muscle/bone growth, circulation, endorphin hormone release with many other positive effects.

CLINICALLY PROVEN BENEFITS OF WHOLE BODY VIBRATION:

MUSCLE STRENGTH

Builds muscle mass 2X faster than traditional weight-lifting resistance exercise.
Recruits 99% of our muscles during exercise with a fast twitch reflex and simultaneously increases flexibility.
Anaerobic and aerobic exercise.
Low-impact workout on joints.

FITNESS

Compliments conventional training.
Speeds recovery from fatigue.
Improves explosive strength.
Simultaneously increases flexibility as you get stronger.
Burns fat.

BONE HEALTH

Stronger muscles = Stronger bones.
Protects bone health.
Provides enough resistance to increase bone density.
A drug-free treatment for osteoporosis.

ENCOURAGES WEIGHTLOSS

Raises resting metabolism.
Transforms fat to muscle, releasing energy for movement.
Helps normalize the hormone, insulin.
Noticeable results, generally within 1 to 4 weeks.

MOVEMENT

Improves balance and proprioception.
Improves posture.
Stand taller, longer.
More physical stamina.
Easier to get up and down from a sitting position.

ENCOURAGES WEIGHTLOSS

Raises resting metabolism.
Transforms fat to muscle, releasing energy for movement.
Helps normalize the hormone, insulin.
Noticeable results, generally within 1 to 4 weeks.

VITALITY – WELLNESS

Increases blood circulation. Lowers blood pressure, reduces inflammation, and diminishes cellulite.
Increases lymph circulation. Toxins are expelled at a cellular level.
Increased oxygenation in all the cells, promoting healthy tissue regeneration, boosts energy levels.
Stimulates neurological system.

BALANCES HORMONES

Raises testosterone levels in the bloodstream for men and women.
Increases the production of Human Growth Hormone.
Decreases Cortisol levels in the blood, which is the stress hormone.

PAIN RELIEF

Aligns ligaments and tendons. Strengthens joints, reduces swelling.
Stimulates muscle repair, speeds injury recovering.
Relieves chronic pain.
Reduces lower back pain.
Improves proprioception and control around the Lumbar spine.

TIME NEEDED:

Since the vibration platform does not require rigorous physical activity and only takes 10 minutes per session, it can be used at any time during the day.

DID YOU KNOW?

The Body Vibration Machine was first developed by Russian Space Scientists and was originally used exclusively by Russia to combat the effects of micro-gravity on cosmonauts and to enhance the performance of the Russian Ballet and Olympic competitors.

For more information, please ask any of our friendly staff!

WANT TO KNOW MORE?

Visit the Hyper Vibe website www.hypervibe.com.au.