Cayuga County Pool  Program

The Cayuga County Pool Program has been in existence since the 1970’s. It serves a variety of individuals with various orthopaedic and neuromuscular conditions that require or benefit from an aquatic environment to exercise in. Some of these conditions include, but are not limited to, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons, stroke, osteoarthritis, total joint replacement, fibromyalgia, traumatic brain injury, and many more.

This program has many dedicated volunteers who help pool program participants both in the water and, if needed, in the locker room with tasks such as changing and showering. They are also available to assist individuals in and out of their car or the SCAT van.

The program meets Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 8:00-9:30 am at the YMCA-WEIU. There is a minimal cost of $2.00 per session, which is billed monthly by the County Health Department. A physician’s prescription is required for participation in the county pool program. Please direct any questions regarding this program to the office at 315.253.3291.

Aquatic Physical Therapy Program

Many patients suffering from orthopaedic musculoskeletal pain will benefit from physical therapy. However, not all patients can tolerate physical exercise bearing one’s own body weight. This is why COAST Physical Therapy, P.C offers structured aquatic exercise in the form of aquatic physical therapy, also known as pool therapy. Kenneth D. Rescott, PT is our aquatic therapy director, and he in an experienced aquatic therapy provider with over 21 years of experience.

“Fit Fore the Fairway”
A Golf Fitness Program

Golf is one of the largest growing sports in the world, and it is one of the most popular participation sports for men and women of all ages.  Golf is the top mode of physical activity for individuals over 50-years-old.  Along with the increasing popularity of the sport, comes the increase in injuries related to golf.  Over half of all golfers will sustain at least one injury directly related to their golf participation.

Osteoporosis Bone Density
Management Program

Osteoporosis is a disease in which the bone structure of your body loses density and strength.  This condition can lead to an increased risk of fractures from stresses that would not
normally result in a fracture.  Individuals with osteoporosis need to be aware of what can be done to manage their osteoporosis through exercise, and thus protect their bones.  Getting
started on COAST Physical Therapy’s Osteoporosis Bone Density Management Program is an effective way to prevent osteoporosis from causing a spontaneous fracture.

“Strong to the CORE”
Pilates

Pilates is a system of exercises based upon aerobics and yoga postures designed by Joseph Pilates.  He believed that mental and physical health are interdependent.

Reducing Your Fall Risk

Falls are a major source of injury in elderly people. Approximately 30% of individuals over 65 years of age fall at least once per year, and about half of these people fall recurrently. Over 90% of hip fractures are from falls. In 20% of females, hip fracture is fatal with an additional 20% never regaining the ability to walk without assistance. The current total cost of hip fractures in the US is estimated to be approximately $20 billion annually.

Prevention is the key component of any program designed to reduce the problems associated with hip fracture. Medical research has proven that specific exercise programs function as a useful tool in the prevention of falls in older adults. In response to this need locally, COAST Physical Therapy has developed an exercise program that includes both exercise and education to assist in the prevention of falls. This program aims to address functional impairments identified in the functional testing battery such as strength, endurance, power, increasing overall muscle mass, coordination, static and dynamic balance deficits, reaction time, and stepping reaction. These impairments and functional limitations are identified individually through the completion of the battery of functional tests performed at the initial evaluation.

To get started on your individualized exercise program to reduce your risk of falling, call COAST Physical Therapy today at 315.253.3291.