Which of the following is true regarding aquatic therapy equipment?
A)Buoyancy equipment placed anteriorly will facilitate posterior movements of the trunk in the vertical position.
B)Buoyancy equipment used for supine positioning is ideal to assist with stabilization needed for eccentric manual resistance exercises.
C)Nonbuoyant equipment used underwater provides resistance opposite the direction of movement.
D)Using equipment to increase the surface area of an extremity underwater decreases resistance.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Buoyancy equipment placed anteriorly will displace more water and create more resistance when moving towards the posterior, thus facilitating posterior movements of the trunk in the vertical position.

Answer: C
 Nonbuoyant equipment used underwater provides resistance in the same direction as movement, as water provides natural resistance in the opposite direction.

Therefore, the correct answers are A and C.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding Aquatic Therapy Equipment