Providing excellent Aquatic Physical Therapy to Snohomish County
Where movement meets meaning.
At Current Practice PT, we believe in connection — to water, to self, and to community. Founded by Dr. Kristin Ringstad, a board-certified physical therapist with advanced training in pediatric and medically complex care, Current Practice blends evidence-based rehabilitation with the restorative properties of water.
As an Inupiaq (Native Alaskan) clinician, Kristin brings cultural values of respect, balance, and resilience into every session, creating a space that’s inclusive, intentional, and welcoming for all.
Whether you're navigating chronic pain, recovering from surgery, or supporting a loved one with special needs, we’re here to help you move with more ease and confidence — one gentle current at a time.
What is Aquatic Physical Therapy?
We like to think of aquatic therapy as therapy with the water as your partner.
Aquatic Physical Therapy uses the unique properties of water — like buoyancy, resistance, and hydrostatic pressure — to support rehabilitation, relieve pain, and restore function. It’s especially helpful for individuals who:
Experience pain or difficulty with movement on land
Are recovering from injury, surgery, or neurological conditions
Live with chronic or complex conditions
Benefit from sensory regulation and gentle body awareness
Are challenged by balance or fear of falling on land
Water reduces the load on joints, cushions impact, and enables freer movement. Our sessions are led by a licensed physical therapist trained in aquatic techniques, ensuring safety, effectiveness, and compassionate care in every visit.
Aquatic PT isn’t just exercise in a pool — it’s a whole-body, whole-person approach to recovery and wellness.
Why Current Practice?
Rooted in science. Carried by culture. Centered on you.
Current Practice PT is more than just a business — it’s a purposeful approach to care that flows from compassion, expertise, and connection. Here's what makes us different:
Specialized Care: Led by an aquatic physical therapist with a certified clinical competency in aquatic physical therapy with expertise in both pediatric and medically complex populations.
Culturally Responsive: Infused with Indigenous values and a commitment to inclusive, respectful care.
Community-Focused: Built to serve the unique needs of our communities with accessibility and compassion. This is why we bring high-quality aquatic therapy directly to the Snohomish Aquatic Center
Therapeutic Environment: Our water-based setting reduces stress, encourages engagement, and supports physical and emotional well-being.
At Current Practice, we meet you where you are — in the water, in your body, in your journey — and help you move forward with purpose and support.
Our Services
$60 (30 min)-$90(45 min)
1:1 Personalized, hands-on treatment in a warm water environment
Session Length: 30-45 minutes
Setting: Snohomish Aquatic Center recreation pool
Ages: 2 mo-18 years
Access: These are our cash-pay rates (superbills available upon request)
In-network with Premera and Regence. More coming soon.
$60 (30 min)-$90(60 min)
1:1 Personalized, hands-on treatment in a warm water environment
Session Length: 30-45 minutes
Setting: Snohomish Aquatic Center recreation pool
Ages: 13-65 years
Access: These are our cash-pay rates (superbills available upon request)
In-network with Premera and Regence. More coming soon.
$60 (30 min)-$90(60 min)
1:1 Personalized, hands-on treatment in a warm water environment
Session Length: 30-45 minutes
Setting: Snohomish Aquatic Center recreation pool
Ages: 65+ years
Access: These are our cash-pay rates (superbills available upon request)
In-network with Premera and Regence. More coming soon.
