Last Quiz Flashcards
Ideal water temperature for arthritis/maintenance program
85-89
Amount of weight-bearing based on water level on patient
Neck: 8% for male 8%female
Chest: 28 male 35 female
Hip: 47 male 54 female
Drag
Resistance forces become greater as velocity increases. Dependent on shape of object. (Boat trail)
Bow
Forces stronger in front than back creating eddie currents (walking)
Cohesive
Still water layer
Buoyancy
Upward force
Calculation for drag forces
D = velocity^2 (increase speed, increase turbulence)
Square the MPH
Contraindications
Cardiac Conditions
Allergies to pool chemicals
Uncontrolled high or low BP
Open wounds/contagious diseases
Poor vital capacity (1L)
Poor bladder control
Menstruation without protection