A lead gift from the Hall Perrine Foundation and many other significant gifts have allowed for St. Luke’s Foundation acquire the HydroWorx Rise, a news release states.
A recent campaign raised almost $300,000 for the purchase of the aquatic therapy treadmill, which features a freestanding warm-water tank with a self-contained underwater treadmill. It uses water’s natural buoyancy to support patients—including individuals who are confined to a wheelchair—while they stand, walk, and run.
“This is a significant therapy tool, which will greatly enhance recovery for our patients,” said Lisa Ainsworth, St. Luke’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation therapy manager, in the release. “Using the power of water, this device safely reduces body weight, promoting natural walking movements for quicker recovery and reduced pain.”
“We are grateful to the Hall Perrine Foundation for their generous lead off gift for St. Luke’s to acquire HydroWorx,” said Mary Klinger, UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Foundation director. “We are also so thankful for the many donors who contributed to bringing this innovative therapy equipment to benefit the lives of many patients recovering at St. Luke’s Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation unit.”
