1. A therapeutic physical activity performed in water, typically for rehabilitation, pain relief, or fitness purposes, utilizing water's buoyancy and resistance properties
The patient performed hydrotherapy exercises in the heated pool to recover from knee surgery.
O paciente realizou exercícios de hidroterapia na piscina aquecida para se recuperar da cirurgia do joelho.
2. A form of aquatic rehabilitation treatment combining water immersion with guided movements for health and wellness
Hydrotherapy exercises are particularly beneficial for arthritis patients due to reduced joint stress.
Os exercícios de hidroterapia são particularmente benéficos para pacientes com artrite devido à redução do estresse articular.