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Information, articles and resources on swim spas, swimming pools, hot tubs, whirlpools, and other types of hydrotherapy equipment. Swimming, aquatics, and other forms of warm water therapy are excellent ways for those with arthritis to exercise, build up strength, ease stiff joints and relax sore muscles.
Pools and Pool Equipment
Water therapy is a great way to exercise for people with arthritis. Take a look at pools and pool equipment.
When are Pools, Spas and Other Home Improvements Tax Deductible?
The expense of some major home improvements such as: pools, spas, elevators, lifts, ramps, etc., may be tax deductible as medical expenses. How do you determine your medical expenses, if any, for the amounts you pay for these types of improvements or the special equipment you have installed in your home?
Guide To Healthy Swimming
A three-part guide to healthy swimming behaviors. People in swimming pools, hot tubs, and spas share the water with everyone else. Water contaminated with germs can cause diarrheal illness and infections in your eyes, nose, ears, and in cuts and scrapes.
Pool Safety Tips
Make your pool safe for the whole family. Here are some important tips to increase the safety of your home pool or spa.
Tips to Stay Safe In and Around the Water
Staying safe in and around water is usually accomplished with common sense, especially if alcohol is left out of the equation.
Performance Swimming Pools for the Home
The natural properties of water such as buoyancy, resistance and heat allow you to still achieve a rigorous workout in a safe, low-impact environment. It is the perfect setting for those suffering from arthritis pain or rehabilitating from an injury.
Swimming Pool Construction - Top 10 Mistakes People Make
Before you start wading through volumes of manuals, and have dozens of contractors scheduled to come and give you a free estimate for your swimming pool construction, read the following ten tips.
Swimming Pool Shapes - 8 Different Types and Styles of Pools
If you are considering putting in a swimming pool, you have lots of decisions to make. Here are eight types of inground swimming pools to help you narrow down your choices.
Building a Swimming Pool?
Things to consider prior to swimming pool construction.
Tips on Selecting a Swimming Pool Builder
You have finally decided that you are going to take the plunge (that's a swimming pool pun!) and build a pool in your backyard. You now come face to face with the toughest part of the pool building process. That is, how do you go about sorting out all those pool builders and picking the right one?
Top Books About Pools and Spas
Here are some books about pool and spa design that can help you design your dream swimming pool.
Chlorine Generators - A Salt-Water Pool is Often the Pool of Choice
It can be complicated deciding which pool is best for your family. Many questions revolve around salt-water pools or chlorine free pools. Salt-water pools are NOT chlorine free pools. A salt-water pool is simply one that utilizes a chlorine generator.
Choosing a Swimming Pool Filter - Types of Fliters for a Swim Pool
There is a lot of confusion about various swimming pool filters, and many different opinions.
Pool Maintenance Mistakes - 12 Common Pool Maintenance Mistakes
Swimming pool maintenance doesn't have to be difficult, but knowing how to properly maintain your pool will make it last longer and be a safer place for family fun.
Swimming Pool Leaking? How Do I Stop A Swim Pool Leak?
There are typically one of three swim pool issues with water loss.
Should I Drain My Inground Swimming Pool?
This is probably one of the biggest mistakes a homeowner can make. Our pool expert's advice - don't do it. Find out why.
Indoor Swim Spas-There's a Strong Current of Interest
The latest wave in indoor pools are swim spas and fitness pools sized for the home.

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