PT Course Details

Course # 1273
Hip and Knee Arthritis to Joint Replacement: Aquatic Therapy Research Review and Clinical Application

Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at 12:00 pm EDT

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CA/2.0; IL/2.0; KY/2.0; NY/2.0; AK/1.0; AR/1.0; CO/1.0; CT/1.0; DE/1.0; GA/1.0; HI/1.0; ID/1.0; IN/1.0; IA/1.0; ME/1.0; MA/1.0; MI/1.0; MO/1.0; MT/1.0; NE/1.0; NH/1.0; NC/1.0; ND/1.0; OR/1.0; RI/1.0; SD/1.0; TN/1.0; UT/1.0; VT/1.0; VA/1.0; WA/1.0; WI/1.0; WY/1.0

Course Abstract

By presenting latest research regarding aquatic therapy for individuals with osteoarthritis and/ or total joint replacement, this course aims to assist the clinician in utilizing the unique properties of water to improve their patient’s outcomes. Clinical applications discussed include; aquatic interventions and exercise progressions to improve range of motion, gait and balance.
Disclosure: This learning event does not focus exclusively on any specific product or service.

Course Learning Outcomes

Preview Exam
  • List risk factors for developing symptomatic OA.
  • Describe the therapeutic benefits of buoyancy, drag forces and hydrostatic pressure.
  • Discuss latest research regarding aquatic therapy for individuals with OA and/ or TKA and THA.
  • Compare muscle activation during walking in the water and on land.
  • Implement aquatic exercises to increase mobility, function and gait.

Time-ordered Agenda

0-15 Minutes Risk factors
15-35 Minutes Background
35-55 Minutes Evidence-Based Research
55-85 Minutes Application to your practice/therapeutic benefits
85-115 Minutes Techniques and Treatment
115-120 Minutes Q and A

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Most Recent Comments

Review by: Member on October 30, 2012
I personally liked the research part of the course, and examples of the exercises. Very well presented. Thanks

Course Information

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Course Presenter

beth scalone

Beth Scalone, PT, DPT, OCS

Beth is the owner of North County Water and Sports Therapy Center specializing in orthopedic and aquatic therapy. Since graduating from the University of Connecticut in 1991 Beth has belonged to the American Physical Therapy Association and has achieved Certification and re-certification as a clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. In January 2006, Beth graduated from Boston University with a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree.

Beth not only provides continuing education for health care professionals she is an adjunct faculty member at San Diego Mesa College PTA program, teaching Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Introduction to Pathology courses and provides the learning module/ instruction on aquatic therapy to the University of St. Augustine San Diego Campus DPT program.


Disclosure: I have no finical affiliations with any of the equipment shown or described


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