Exercise Therapy

Aquatic Therapy in Cranbrook, BC

Gentle on the body, powerful for recovery — Aquatic Therapy offers a low-impact way to build strength, improve mobility, and reduce pain.

At Kootenay Therapy Center, we design individualized, pool-based exercise programs that help you move more freely and confidently. Whether you’re recovering from injury or managing a chronic condition, aquatic therapy can provide a supportive environment for healing and progress — no swimming experience required.

What Is Aquatic Therapy?

Aquatic Therapy uses the natural resistance and buoyancy of water to support movement and reduce joint strain. It’s ideal for people who need a gentler start to their rehabilitation journey.

Your treatment plan will be developed by our team of physiotherapists and kinesiologists and may include:

Range of motion and mobility exercises
Strength and endurance training
Balance and gait retraining
Pain-reducing movement strategies

All sessions take place in dedicated swimming lanes reserved specifically for our therapy programs.

Healing That Respects Your Whole Self

We understand that no two people are the same and no injury, illness, or challenge shows up in exactly the same way. That’s why we approach each treatment with curiosity, collaboration, and care.

Your goals guide us.

Your experience matters.

And your whole-body health — physical, mental, and emotional — is always at the center of what we do.

Who It’s For

Aquatic Therapy is often recommended for:

Orthopedic injuries and conditions
Back pain or spinal issues
Knee injuries or post-surgical rehab
Arthritis and joint stiffness
Chronic pain or reduced mobility

It’s also an excellent transitional program before moving into land-based or gym-based exercise therapy.

What to Expect

No swimming skills are necessary — the focus is on supported movement, not laps. Your program will be customized based on your needs and goals, and you’ll be guided in the water by our trained clinical team.

We offer both individual and small-group sessions in a warm, clean, and welcoming pool environment.