In the pool, a speech-language pathologist still treats communication and swallowing. The water changes the conditions, not the job. Here is what the water does, what safety takes, and what the research shows so far.

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Aquatic Therapy for the COPD Client?

There are as many different lists of precautions and contraindications as there are therapy pools. An ATU blog post for PTs, OTs, aquatic therapists and other providers.

Making Waves: The Mental Health Benefits of Aquatic Therapy

When it comes to improving mental health, aquatic therapy is making a big splash. Practical, evidence-informed guidance from Aquatic Therapy University.

Five most common aquatic therapy myths for cardiopulmonary patients (Part 2 of 2)

Don’t let unfounded rumors stop you from choosing aquatic therapy for your patients with cardiac or pulmonary compromise. Read the full post on the ATU blog.

Five most common aquatic therapy myths for cardiopulmonary patients (Part 1 of 2)

During immersion, the water’s pressure pushes inwardly and — at any given depth -- equally on the body. An ATU blog post for PTs, OTs, aquatic therapists and other providers.

Aquatic Therapy Doesn't Just Make Waves—It Boosts Brain Power

Plus, the cognitive benefits linked to these CBF boosts make a compelling case: for a brain boost, take the plunge! Practical guidance for aquatic therapists.

Aquatic Therapist Occupational Hazard... Your Pool is HOW Warm?

"Wait, what temperature was the water?" I asked after we went around and around about her nightly fatigue and malaise. Read the full article in From the Deep End.

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Sneak Peek: Ailene Tisser on Why Water Works

Watch Ailene Tisser teach on aquatic OT for autism self-regulation—then join the live Evidence-Based Aquatic Therapy for ASD class Aug 21, 2026.

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From the Deep End

Aquatic Therapy Data & Industry Resources

Cleaning and Disinfecting Aquatic Therapy Equipment: A Practical Plan

Water Is the Classroom: Speech-Language Therapy in the Pool

Aquatic Therapy for the COPD Client?

Making Waves: The Mental Health Benefits of Aquatic Therapy

Five most common aquatic therapy myths for cardiopulmonary patients (Part 2 of 2)

Five most common aquatic therapy myths for cardiopulmonary patients (Part 1 of 2)

Aquatic Therapy Doesn't Just Make Waves—It Boosts Brain Power

Aquatic Therapist Occupational Hazard... Your Pool is HOW Warm?

Sneak Peek: Ailene Tisser on Why Water Works

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