A particularly effective treatment for illnesses like arthritis and its complications is hydrotherapy or water therapy. In contrast to aqua aerobics, which typically entails physically demanding ...

NEW YORK - Participation in either a hydrotherapy program or a gym-based exercise program for just 6 weeks improves the functional of patients with osteoarthritis (OA). "However, it seems that ...

Let’s face it: For most of us, getting to the gym often enough to reap real benefits is a more pressing challenge than worrying about what might happen if we go too often. But even the most casual ...

If you are not a fan of exercise, it's hard to stick to a consistent routine. That’s why many of us employ the help of a friend to make fitness more exciting and staying on track easier. Just having ...

Two separate studies published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatism (Arthritis Care & Research) have shown that patients with fibromyalgia could benefit from exercise in water. Regular physical ...

Aquatic therapy involves performing specific exercises in a water environment, which benefits people who need lower-impact exercise without excessive joint strain. Medicare Part B may cover aquatic ...