KUALA NERUS: Hospital Sultan Zainal Abidin (HoSZA) here is strengthening its rehabilitation services by providing a state-of-the-art hydrotherapy pool facility.
HoSZA director Associate Professor Dr Salwani Ismail (pic) said the introduction of the service is a strategic move by the hospital to expand patient access to more comprehensive, up-to-date rehabilitation treatments.
She said the RM3mil facility enhances treatment effectiveness and provides patients with space for recovery exercises in a more conducive environment.
“The hydrotherapy pool, measuring 4.2m wide, 5.2m long and 2.3m deep, features an adjustable floor system that can reach a maximum depth of 1.7m.
“This feature allows treatment to be tailored according to the specific clinical needs and functional levels of different patients.
“Hydrotherapy uses water as a therapeutic medium to assist patients in movement, balance and coordination exercises while building their confidence to move,” she said in a statement yesterday, Bernama reported.
Dr Salwani said the hydrotherapy service focuses on various patient groups, including those with neurological conditions, sports injuries and children with special needs, as well as for weight management.
She added that the water-based treatment approach provides significant added value by enabling patients to undergo recovery in a more comfortable, controlled and focused manner.
“With clinical expertise, modern facilities and a technology-based approach, HoSZA’s hydrotherapy service is set to become a catalyst for improving the quality of rehabilitation in the region.
“This service also reflects HoSZA’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its role as a centre for patient care and health services, teaching and learning, specialist training and research,” she said.
