Locations Physical Therapy Aquatic Therapy Program Aquatic Therapy Island Health Center Program 310 Taughannock Blvd. Ithaca, NY 14850 (607) 252-3500

Physical Therapy Island Health Center 310 Taughannock Blvd. Ithaca, NY 14850 (607) 252-3500

Brentwood Physical Therapy 10 Brentwood Dr., Suite A Ithaca, NY 14850 (607) 274-4159

Cortland Physical Therapy 1129 Commons Ave. Cortland, NY 13052 (607) 252-3500 Island Health Center

Cayuga Medical Center Physical Therapy (607) 252-3500 www.cayugamed.org PT|TM|AP|01.2014|50 Aquatic Therapy Program

Welcome to Our Aquatic Therapy Program offers an alternative form of rehabilitation and can Physical Therapy be used in conjunction with other traditional Welcome to outpatient therapies. The pool is an environ- at Cayuga Medical Center ment uniquely suited to facilitate the heal- Physical Therapy ing of neurological and musculoskeletal problems. With the buoyancy of water, at Cayuga Medical Center people can exercise comfortably and become stronger while gaining mobility in their trunk and limbs. Aquatic therapy exercises are designed specifically to improve flexi- With an experienced team of physical bility, balance, cardiovascular function, therapists and physical therapist and strength. assistants, Cayuga Medical Center Who is the program right for? Aquatic therapy is prescribed for individuals continues as the area’s leader in with a variety of orthopedic conditions, physical therapy services. Our team disabilities, and therapeutic exercise needs, including: has extensive training, expertise, and n Arthritis Where is the service provided? professional certifications that are n Sports injury Our aqua therapy specialists treat patients in a unmatched in the Finger Lakes region. n Overuse or repetitive motion injury state-of-the-art, heated, therapeutic pool at Island n Orthopedic surgery With an experienced team of Health Center, located at the corner of Route 96 and We provide therapeutic and rehabili- n Back pain Route 89 in Ithaca’s West End. physicaltation services therapists for bothand physicalour active and n Hip, knee, and ankle pain n Does my insurance cover this? therapist assistants, Cayuga Medical Shoulder pain recuperating clientele of all ages. n Neurological disorders, including stroke, If you qualify for skilled physical therapy treatment, Center continues as the area’s leader multiple sclerosis, and most insurance plans do cover aquatic physical Parkinson’s disease therapy services. Check with your insurance com- in physical therapy services. Our n Bariatric care pany or the benefits manager at your place of employment to see if your policy covers physical n Prenatal exercise team has extensive training, exper- therapy services. tise, and professional certifications Careful screening and program development by a physical therapist assures safe participation. Though How do I get started? that are unmatched in the Finger aquatic therapy is not recommended for certain Ask your therapist or doctor if the Aquatic Therapy medical conditions, the vast majority of people can Lakes region. Program is right for you. An initial physical therapy participate. Swimming experience is not necessary. evaluation is required before beginning this program. We provide therapeutic and Call (607) 252-3500 to schedule an appointment. What are the benefits? rehabilitation services for both our n Improved functional mobility: strength, active and recuperating clientele flexibility, balance, and endurance n Incremental progress toward your individual of all ages. therapeutic goals n The skills and knowledge to engage in an independent aquatic exercise program