Hip and Knee Arthritis to Joint Replacement: Aquatic Therapy Research Review and Clinical Application
Course: #3262Level: Intermediate 2 Hours 2151 ReviewsBy presenting the 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. This course is directly related to the practice of physical therapy and athletic training and is therefore appropriate for the PT/PTA and AT.
On Demand
Course Type: Recorded Webinar
CEUs/Hours Offered: AK/2.0; AL/2.0; AR/2.0; AZ/2.0; BOC/2.0; CA/2.0; CO/2.0; CT/2.0; DE/2.0; GA/2.0; HI/2.0; IA/2.0; IACET/0.2; ID/2.0; IN/2.0; KS/2.0; KY/2.0 Category 2; MA/2.0; ME/2.0; MI/2.0; MO/2.0; MS/2.0; MT/2.0; NC/2.0; ND/2.0; NE/2.0; NH/2.0; NY/2.0; OK/2.0; OR/2.0; PA/2.0; RI/2.0; SD/2.0; TN/2.0; UT/2.0; VA/2.0; VT/2.0; WA/2.0; WI/2.0; WY/2.0
Learning Outcomes
- The participant will be able to list at least three risk factors for developing symptomatic OA.
- The participant will be able to describe at least three therapeutic benefits of buoyancy, drag forces and hydrostatic pressure.
- The participant will be able to identify the latest research regarding aquatic therapy for individuals with OA and/ or TKA and THA.
- The participant will be able to compare muscle activation during walking in the water and on land.
- The participant will be able to outline at least three aquatic exercises to increase mobility, function and gait.
Course created on December 14, 2018
Agenda
0-15 Minutes | Background, review of learner outcomes |
15-30 Minutes | Hip OA risk factors, treatment recommendations, clinical practice guidelines, TKA prevalence |
30-60 Minutes | Clinical decision making: therapeutic benefits related to hip impairments and review of relevant research |
60-75 Minutes | Muscle activation differences between land and water |
75-85 Minutes | Balance in the aquatic environment relevant research |
85-110 Minutes | Aquatic therapy interventions to improve ROM, LE strength, balance, and gait |
110-120 Minutes | Summary, Q & A |
Reviews
2151 ReviewsPresented By

Beth Scalone
PT, DPT, OCS
Beth is a physical therapist specializing in orthopedic and aquatic therapy and the owner of North County Water & Sports Therapy Center in San Diego. Beth earned her PT degree from the University of Connecticut and earned her Doctor of Physical Therapy degree from Boston University. She has achieved Certification and re-certification as a clinical specialist in orthopedic physical therapy. Beth has a passion for education and the ability to motivate and facilitate professional growth and lifelong learning among physical therapy students and graduates. Applying evidence-based material to daily clinical treatment makes her one of the most recognized speakers in the USA and abroad.
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