Therapy pool provides relief, a hope of optimum health

The warm water and balmy air at Severna Park Community Center's therapy pool created a relaxing atmosphere for the mix of young, middle-aged and older adults attending Friday's Wellspring Swim session. But, far from relaxing, they were patients working with physical therapists to improve their health and agility.

Created by SPY Aquatics, Wellspring Swim is an umbrella program for various classes and therapeutic regimens including Arthritis Foundation water exercise programs and other classes. Physical therapy is also available through four independent groups - Annapolis Family Physical Therapy, Chesapeake Physical and...