Some of the benefits of exercise in water for MSK conditions
Exercising in water is often recommended for people with arthritis and other MSK conditions, for a number of reasons:
The water helps to support the weight of your body, reducing strain on painful joints.
Water provides a degree of resistance for you to work against, which can help to strengthen your muscles.
Movements in water are easy to adapt if you have a disability.
There are also benefits to conditions that are sometimes associated with MSK conditions such as obesity, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Swimming is an excellent form of exercise for a musculoskeletal condition, as it will take some of your joints through their full range of motion in a way that sometimes might be difficult or painful out of the water.
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