Do your joints go “snap, crackle, pop?” If so, chances are you could be one of approximately 27 million Americans that are affected by osteoarthritis. What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis is a common condition that affects joints such as your hip or knee. Typically, our bones are protected by cartilage and a liquid called synovial fluid.. . .
Aquatic therapy is the use of an aquatic environment to perform exercises, manual therapy, sensory integration, and gait training. Aquatic therapy utilizes the properties of water to provide a safe, functional, and challenging atmosphere to restore normal movement. Makovicka Physical Therapy now has two locations offering Aquatic Therapy: Pacific Springs at 1021 South 178th Street. . .
Makovicka Physical Therapy is pleased to announce its newest clinic opening in Bellevue in December 2017. The physical therapy clinic will be located near the corner of Cornhusker Highway and Fort Crook Road. As with all nine existing clinics, this location will be staffed with board certified orthopedic specialists who have advanced training and skills. . .
Aquatic therapy is the use of an aquatic environment to perform exercises, manual therapy, sensory integration, and gait training. Aquatic therapy utilizes the properties of water to provide a safe, functional, and challenging atmosphere to restore normal movement. The benefits of aquatic therapy include, but are not limited to: Buoyancy: Buoyancy is the property of. . .