“Welcome back,” says the Watsu therapist as I open my eyes. We’re in a dimly lit room, under a domed ceiling freckled with LED lights that mimic constellations. As we emerge out of the circular pool, ...

Watsu® is a form of water therapy, which is also called hydrotherapy. It involves stretches, massages, and acupressure in warm water. The term Watsu® comes from the words “water” and “shiatsu.” ...

In the water, Emma Francis can dance. The twelve-year-old experiences a freedom she can’t experience on land when she’s in a swimming pool with aquatic therapist Tanya Salwach. Emma’s wheelchair is ...