ISSN: 1939-067X

Journal of Experimental Stroke & Translational Medicine

Aquatic Exercise Impact Factor

A number of research studies have noted benefits of aquatic exercise for persons with hip and knee osteoarthritis. A study of 6 weeks of aquatic exercise in 71 subjects with symptomatic hip or knee osteoarthritis resulted in less pain and joint stiffness, improved physical function, quality of life and hip muscle strength. In a study of 64 subjects with knee osteoarthritis, 18 weeks of aquatic exercises showed a significant reduction in pain compared to a land-based program, noting that both land and aquatic groups improved with therapy intervention. Low / moderate-impact practices such as aerobic exercise, biking, and stationary cycling have been studied and show minor, short-term changes in the health of people with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. There is also evidence of related changes in psychological and coping factors as well as long-term benefits for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis as well.    

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