Apparatus for patient hydrotherapy and manipulative treatment by a therapist

摘要

An apparatus (10) for fluid treatment and manipulation of a patient (P) by a therapist (T) is described. The apparatus includes open segments (A and B) in tank (12) so that the therapist use his or her body to push a liner (11) inside the enclosure provided by the tank or other support means for the liner. The tank is preferably vertically movable on a frame (13) to adjust to the vertical height of the tank so that the therapist can be in a standing or sitting position. The apparatus increases therapist comfort and effectiveness.