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	Questions What is aquatic therapy? What are the benefits of aquatic therapy? Where is aquatic therapy? Will I get a good workout? How soon can I start aquatic therapy after my injury? When are the classes? How much does the aquatic therapy class cost? Who teaches the aquatic therapy classes? If I can't swim can I still come to water therapy? How warm is the water? What do I need to bring to the class?

	What is aquatic therapy? Aquatic therapy is customized exercises that take place in the medium of water. Immersion depths in the water can range from ankle to shoulder height.

	What are the benefits of aquatic therapy? Increased/maintained cardiovascular conditioning, improved range of motion and strength, decreased swelling and pain, elevated emotional status, as well as increased functional activities have all been experienced in Aquatic therapy.

	Where is aquatic therapy? The Y.M.C.A. pool is located at 1150 Gorgas Avenue in the Presidio National Park in San Francisco. Pleas note: All patients must register at Presidio Sport & Medicine before starting the aquatic therapy program.
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	Will I get a good workout? The intensity of the workout is very dependent on the current status of your injury as well as your motivation. You can get a superb workout if your effort level is high. One's heart rate will remain lower in the water than that on land as the effects of gravity are eliminated. Regardless, the cardiovascular benefits are just as great as those on land with little to no impact

	How soon can I start aquatic therapy after my injury? The answer is very injury dependent. Your doctor or physical therapist will let you know. Most people can start immediately often on a low intensity basis. Others may have to wait until an incision is fully closed before getting into the water.

	When are the classes? The schedule changes seasonally. There are six therapy and community classes taught each week. Please call Presidio Sport & Medicine at 415.674.9530 for current class schedules and registration requirements.

	How much does the aquatic therapy class cost? There are insurance and self-pay rates. Please call the Presidio Sport & Medicine at 415.674.9530 for rate information.
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	Who teaches the aquatic therapy classes? Fully licensed physical therapists from Presidio Sport & Medicine. We have over 10 years of aquatic therapy experience. We customize workouts/treatments according to the needs of individual and his/her current injury status.

	If I can't swim can I still come to water therapy? There are buoyancy belts worn for the deep water therapy program. Individuals may also use additional buoyancy devices as well as holding onto the wall. Others stay in the shallow end and in the hot tub. If you have a fear of the water this may not be a recommended method of rehabilitation for you.

	How warm is the water? This is not a therapeutic temperature pool. It can range from 80-85 degrees. The hot tub is 104 degrees.

	What do I need to bring to the class? Registration and payments are completed at the Presidio Sport & Medicine, so you will need to bring your laminated aquatic therapy card and your bathing suit. If you have toiletries and valuables, you may want to bring a lock for your locker. The Y.M.C.A. provides towels and they also have wallet sized lockable lockers for you.
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