Some patients experience knee pain that makes it difficult for them to begin land based physical therapy programs and will opt to push the rehabilitation process out. Unfortunately, this can lead to more pain and weakness and delay recovery.

For these patients, aquatic therapy for knee pain is a great option. The warm water helps stimulate good blood flow and the buoyancy provided by the pool decreases pressure and stress on the knee joint. The decrease in pain helps encourage stretching and strengthening of the knee joint.

Aquatic therapy is effective in helping treat osteoarthritis knee pain, pre/post knee surgical procedures, muscle weakness, and balance/gait issues.

Pritchette Physical Therapy offers aquatic therapy for knee pain at both of our Ahwatukee locations. Contact our office at 480-785-5415 to schedule your aquatic therapy today!