Part II: Stretching in the warm water pool. Stretching is an important
component of the exercise intervention.
Parts I and II: Testing Session. Many variables will be tested in
Parts I and II of Project ACT NOW. These include muscle strength and
endurance.
Part II: Exercising in the warm water pool. The participant is assisted
by a physical therapist and is doing hip flexion.
Part II: Exercising in the warm water pool. The participant is doing
hip abduction exercises and is stabilized by a physical therapist.
PartsI and II: Testing Session. Dr. Thorpe looks on as
a participant walks with an assistive device.
Part II: Exercising in the warm water pool. The participant is walking
independently in the pool, assisted only by flotation devices.
Part II: Exercising in the warm water pool. The participant
is walking in the water, assisted by physical therapists and flotation
devices for support.
Part II: Exercising in the warm water pool. The participant is working
on trunk stabilization with the assistance of physical therapists.
