NEW hydrotherapy equipment is to be installed at Lutterworth’s council-owned leisure centre.
Harborough District Council (HDC) will invest £80,000 towards an £87,000 project to install a hydropod and two hydrobeds at Lutterworth Leisure Centre.
The equipment is designed to support recovery from injury, rehabilitation and the management of long-term health conditions.
Hydrotherapy uses warm water to support the body during exercise and treatment by reducing pressure on joints and muscles, allowing people recovering from injuries or living with conditions such as arthritis, chronic pain or mobility issues to move more comfortably while improving strength, flexibility and circulation.
Hydrotherapy is also widely recognised for helping to reduce stress, promote relaxation, and support improved mental health.
The project is being delivered in partnership with the council’s leisure operator, Everyone Active, which will project manage the works – and which has also contributed financially towards the scheme.
HDC leader Coun Phil Knowles said: “Investing in facilities that support the health and wellbeing of our residents is a key priority for the council. The introduction of hydrotherapy equipment at Lutterworth Leisure Centre will provide valuable support for people recovering from injury, living with long-term conditions, or simply looking for ways to improve their overall wellbeing.
“We are pleased to be working in partnership with Everyone Active, whose support and expertise will help deliver this project and ensure these new facilities are available for the community to benefit from.”
Coun Jo Asher, the council’s Cabinet lead for Culture, Leisure, Economy and Tourism, added: “Three years ago we saved the leisure centres and invested millions of pounds to enhance and upgrade them. This investment is a further investment in our communities, both for now and for the future.”
