The use of warm water to treat medical conditions. The water temperature is usually 33 – 36 degrees Celsius, which is warmer than normal swimming pools. Hydrotherapy is a recognised physical and mental health treatment. The water pressure and movement act as a form of physiotherapy for body and joint pain.

It can help alleviate the symptoms of a wide range of conditions such as arthritis, osteoporosis, cerebral palsy, and recovery from accidents and sporting injuries. They have accessibility features such as wheelchair access, hoists and a slowly increasing depth. Changing rooms are also accessible.

Patients with weak and painful joints and muscles tend to find exercise and movement in the warm water much easier and less painful than land-based exercise. This is because water supports the body and the force of gravity is reduced. The warm water has a relaxing effect.

The heating system suffered a mechanical failure in May 2021. The Trust intend to replace this part and make the pool fully functional again.

The Trust need to obtain a lease for over 10 years from Healthcare New Zealand, so that the Trust can commence fundraising efforts to reopen the pool.

 

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John Bezett: johnbezett@gmail.com

Barb Anderson: barb.gaba18@gmail.com

Ted Daniels: ted@teddaniels.nz

Katrina Pōtiki Bryant: katrina.bryant@otago.ac.nz

Barb Gee: barbs500c@gmail.com

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