Hydrotherapy for arthritis

[pappaJ]

Does this thing really works? i don't see any connection between water and arthritis.

[krebbsz]

To some extent it works but if you have severe arthritis you can always use NSAIDs

[Kashin]

The water should be warm for this to work. Warm water increases circulation.

[Kafir]

it does not have to be always warm water. cold water also works to for arthritis, it really depends on the person.

[kareem]

I wonder what is the exact mechanism why hydrotherapy works on arthritis?

[jones34]

Physical water therapy has traditionally been used in the arthritis treatments. This helps to preserve joint mobility and maintain muscle strength

There are many benefits from participation in a physical water therapy program:

    Exercising in water is a gentle way to exercise joints and muscles - recommends The Arthritis Foundation

[sillyfrog]

The water should be warm for this to work. Warm water increases circulation.

  Yes, I think so.