Aquatic Therapy

AQUATIC
THERAPY

Splash into Aquatic Therapy!

Join BAC physical and occupational therapists in partnership with Charles River Aquatics in Wellesley and discover the benefits of aquatic therapy! Enjoy a heated, indoor pool equipped with platforms and chair lift entry to meet your child’s unique needs. Individualized sessions designed to target each child’s goals. Self-pay and insurance-based options available. PT/OT evaluation at BAC required prior to participation in aquatic therapy program.

AQUATIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY:

MONDAYS | 9:15-10:45

8 WEEKS | SEPT 25 – NOV 13

30 MINUTE 1:1 SESSIONS

AQUATIC PHYSICAL THERAPY:

MONDAYS | 8:45-10:45AM

THURSDAYS | 7:00-8:00 AM

10 WEEKS | SEPT 11 – NOV 16

WHO CAN BENEFIT FROM AQUATIC THERAPY?

Aquatic therapy is a modality that can aid in achieving optimal quality of life in children of all ages with conditions including, but not limited to:

Cerebral Palsy
Spina Bifida
Down Syndrome
Muscular Dystrophy
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Sensory Processing Disorder
Orthopedic or neurological conditions
Developmental delays

BENEFITS OF AQUATIC THERAPY

Strength (core and limbs), coordination, balance, flexibility, and endurance
Achievement of developmental milestones (e.g. rolling, reaching).
Respiration and breath control
Sensory processing and integration, including tolerance to water/bathing/grooming
Self-regulation, including safety and body-in-space awareness
And more!

AQUATIC THERAPY VS. ADAPTIVE SWIM

Aquatic therapy is a form of habilitation or rehabilitation that involves clinical judgement of a licensed provider to determine interventions and an appropriate plan of care
Adaptive swim involves teaching those with disability HOW to swim
Sometimes, these two practices can overlap! It depends on your child’s goals and needs!