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by Kristen Kilroy (Author)
Join Henry and Dr. Kristen on an aquatic therapy adventure!
When Henry's doctor says Henry needs to go to aquatic physical therapy, he gets nervous. Will my therapist be nice? What if the water is too deep and I get scared? Luckily, Dr. Kristen is there to make therapy fun. Together, they traverse the rough seas as first mates on a pirate ship, climb a ladder up to their treehouse in the jungle, and jump into the water to escape an erupting volcano. They even dive deep for treasure! With Dr. Kristen's help, Henry learns that aquatic physical therapy is nothing to be afraid of.
Swim along with Henry as he discovers the fun of aquatic physical therapy. With its engaging and heartwarming story, Henry Goes to Aquatic Physical Therapy will encourage children to see aquatic physical therapy through a fresh lens and approach this new experience with courage and enthusiasm.
Author Biography
Dr. Kristen Kilroy PT, DPT is a physical therapist specializing in pediatric aquatic physical therapy. She helps kids with all different injuries and diagnoses achieve their goals through hard work disguised as fun. This was the inspiration behind Henry Goes to Aquatic Physical Therapy--physical therapy should be fun!
After growing up in Pennsylvania, Kristen moved to Virginia to attend Marymount University, where she was on the swim team, for her undergraduate. After earning her degree, she went to graduate school to get her doctorate in physical therapy. Her career as an aquatic physical therapist merges her interests in swimming and physical therapy. In her free time, Kristen likes to travel, craft, cook, and explore the DC area.
For more information on aquatic physical therapy or to schedule with Dr. Kristen, visit www.waterreliefpt.com
