Hydrotherapy at our Glen Osmond location helps in reducing pain, building strength, and improving movement in a supportive, fun environment.
Water changes everything for children with physical disabilities.
Movements that are impossible on land become possible. Pain reduces. Muscles relax. Confidence builds.
Our Glen Osmond clinic features a warm water pool specifically for therapeutic aquatic activities.
Hydrotherapy (also called aquatic therapy) uses the unique properties of warm water to support physical rehabilitation and development.
Why water works:
Buoyancy
Water supports the body’s weight. Children can move in ways they can’t on land. Reduced gravity means reduced pain and easier movement.
Warmth
Our pool is kept at warm temperature for comfort and therapeutic benefit. Warm water relaxes muscles, reduces joint stiffness, eases pain.
Resistance
Water provides gentle resistance for strengthening without needing equipment or weights.
Sensory Input
The water provides calming sensory feedback. Helps with body awareness and regulation.
Safety
The supportive environment allows children to explore movement without fear of falling.
Water Works for Many Conditions
Hydrotherapy particularly helps children with:
Warm water therapy pools are limited across Adelaide. For participants with pain, mobility limitations, or sensory needs, hydrotherapy can be transformative.
What we’re providing:
For the right participants, hydrotherapy delivers outcomes that land-based therapy simply can’t match.
There’s something magical about seeing your child move freely in water when movement is so hard on land.
The smile when they realise they can do something they couldn’t do before. The confidence. The pure joy.
Hydrotherapy offers:
It’s not just physical. It’s emotional. It’s about possibility.
Hydrotherapy:
Swimming Lessons:
Some children do both. Hydrotherapy builds strength and confidence. Swimming lessons teach water safety and swimming skills.
Hydrotherapy is funded under Capacity Building: Improved Daily Living in NDIS plans.
We work with:
Pricing:
Transparent costs aligned with NDIS price guide
No hidden fees
Not on NDIS? Private pay options available.
Purpose-built for therapeutic use at our Glen Osmond clinic.
Physiotherapists and exercise physiologists trained in paediatric aquatic therapy.
Hoist, ramps, accessible changing rooms. Designed for children with disabilities.
Parents welcome to participate. We support the whole family.
One-on-one or small group sessions. Personalised programs.
Pool Features:
Warm water for comfort and therapy
Wheelchair-accessible entry
Hoist system for safe transfers
Accessible changing facilities
Shallow areas for younger or more anxious children
Private, calm environment
What to Expect:
One-on-one sessions with a qualified therapist
Tailored programmes for your child’s needs
Family members welcome to participate
Sensory-friendly atmosphere
Swimming costume required
Please Note: Hydrotherapy is only available at our Glen Osmond location.
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