Our Hydrotherapy Pools

There are numerous reported benefits of using a hydrotherapy pool on a regular basis. As mentioned above, they can help soothe aching joints and muscles, so they’re great for recovery from a heavy workout session, but also for people who deal with chronic conditions.

They help to alleviate stress and anxiety, and also stimulate the lymphatic and circulatory systems to help the body flush out toxins. When you carry out exercises, guided by a physiotherapist or doctor, a hydrotherapy pool can also provide the perfect amount of resistance to help improve mobility and strength.

Hydrotherapy pools need to have sufficient space for each person, so think about whether, realistically, just one person will be using it at a time. Typically, a pool of this type will be between 1.2m and 1.5m deep, but the width and length can be altered to suit your needs. For example, if the user is someone who needs assistance or will be using it as a form of physical rehabilitation, they may well need someone with them in the pool.

With this in mind, make sure that you choose a size that accommodates the number of people who are likely to be using it the most. If you’re intending on your hydrotherapy pool being used as a therapeutic tool and for recreational use, you’ll need a much bigger size, and this will naturally require a bigger room in your home.

Ongoing maintenance is a necessary part of owning a hydrotherapy pool but choosing the material your pool is made from carefully will save you money in the long term. Our carbon fibre ceramic core pools have an impermeable barrier to prevent any degradation and damage which can occur over time with some other pool liner materials. A Compass Pool swimming pool is incredibly strong, durable and insulating, while also providing longevity, which reduces maintenance costs in the future.

You can work to domestic building regulations for a home hydrotherapy pool, rather than commercial regulations, which can give some flexibility in certain areas of your design. You can use a smaller room than you’d need for a commercial setting, for example, and you can choose a skimmer or overflow filter, whereas an overflow design is necessary for commercial hydrotherapy pools.

One of the benefits of designing a domestic hydrotherapy pool is that you’re not as restricted when it comes to accessibility guidelines, but you do still need to consider them in your design. If the primary user will be lifted out and lowered into the pool, you’ll need to ensure there is sufficient space on either side of the pool to accommodate equipment and additional people.

Similarly, most hydrotherapy pools have a set of fixed steps incorporated into the design to make it easier for people to get in and out – but if a ladder is just as accessible and easy for you and others to use, this can reduce costs.

One of the main benefits of choosing a bespoke hydrotherapy pool is the freedom to tailor it to the way you plan to use it. Popular additions include therapy jets, water features, lighting, handrails and integrated sound systems, all of which can make the pool more comfortable, practical and enjoyable.

You could also include a relaxation area beside the pool, providing space to sit between sessions or for others to enjoy the area while the pool is in use. Safety features, such as a secure pool cover, can also be added for extra peace of mind.

Our team will talk you through the available options and help you create a pool that suits your home, lifestyle and wellness goals. Whether you are considering a compact plunge pool or a larger design for hydrotherapy, exercise and general use, we can create a high-quality pool built around your requirements.