Aquatics: Risk Management Strategies for the Therapy Pool

Issue title: Aquatic Rehabilitation

Guest editors: Andrew J. ColeIssue Editor and Bruce E. BeckerIssue Editor

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Moschetti, Marilou^a | Cole, Andrew J.^b

Affiliations: [a] AquaTechnics Consulting Group, Aptos, CA | [b] Baylor University Medical Center, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Tom Landry Sports Medicine and Research Center, Dallas, TX

Abstract: Risk management planning for employees and owners providing therapy services in the aquatic environment is preventive medicine. Being familiar with regulations, codes, operations, maintenance, contraindications, and appropriate personal safety in and around the therapy pool is essential for a safe environment for both patients and staff

Keywords: Aquatic environment, therapy pool, risk management, aquatic policy

DOI: 10.3233/BMR-1994-4406

Journal: Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation, vol. 4, no. 4, pp. 265-272, 1994