Effects Of Aquatic Exercise Program Research Articles

Aquatic Exercise in Physical Therapy Treatment for Fibromyalgia: Systematic Review.

Fibromyalgia is a chronic condition characterized by musculoskeletal pain. The aim of this study was to synthesize scientific evidence on the effects of aquatic exercise programs on pain and quality of life in individuals with fibromyalgia. This review was carried out using the following databases in January 2024: Cochrane Library, PEDro, PubMed, SCOPUS, and Web of Science. Four clinical trials focusing on aquatic exercise as a treatment for patients with fibromyalgia were selected. These trials were published in English between 2019 and 2024. Pain recorded using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and quality of life with the Short Form-36 Health Survey (SF-36) or Fibromyalgia Impact on Quality of Life (FIQ) were the most commonly analyzed variables. This review was carried out according to the PRISMA statement and was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42024510219). The results in terms of pain and quality of life were positive. In conclusion, these findings support the incorporation of aquatic exercise into fibromyalgia physical therapy treatment. However, the benefits could be equivalent to those of other exercise modalities, underscoring the need for individualized adaptation to each patient's needs.

Effects of aquatic exercise program versus on-land exercise program on cancer-related fatigue, neuropathy, activity and participation, quality of life, and return to work for cancer patients: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial

BackgroundExercise has shown positive effects on fatigue, exhaustion, neuropathy, and quality of life in cancer patients. While on-land exercises have been studied, the aquatic environment offers unique advantages. Water's density and viscosity provide resistance, enhancing muscle strength, while hydrostatic pressure improves venous return. This trial aims to investigate the effect of aquatic exercises on time to return to work, work hours, work-related difficulties, daily life activity and participation, quality of life, exhaustion, fatigue, and neuropathy among cancer patients, compared to on-land exercise intervention group and a non-exercise group.MethodsThis randomized controlled trial will include 150 cancer patients aged 18–65 years with stage III colon cancer or breast cancer patients with lymph node involvement. Participants in the aquatic exercise intervention group will undergo an 8-week, twice-weekly group-based Ai-Chi program, while the on-land exercise group will perform identical exercise. The control group will not engage in any exercise.The primary outcome will be assessed using an employment barriers questionnaire, capturing return to work date and working hours and daily life participation and activity and quality of life. Secondary outcomes include exhaustion, fatigue, and neuropathy. Data will be collected at baseline, post-intervention (8 weeks), and at 3,12, and 24 months. Mixed variance analyses will explore relationships among groups and over time for independent variables, with separate analyses for each dependent variable.DiscussionThe potential benefits include an earlier return to work for patients, reducing their need for social and economic support. The study's implications on socio-economic policies are noteworthy, as a successful intervention could offer a cost-effective and non-invasive solution, improving patients' quality of life and increasing their participation in daily activities. This, in turn, could lead to a faster return to work, contributing to both personal well-being and broader societal interests by reducing reliance on social services.Trial registrationThe trial is registered at ClinicalTrials.gov NCT05427344 (22 June 2022).

수중운동프로그램이 여성노인의 신체조성과 심혈관 요인에 미치는 영향

수중운동프로그램이 여성노인의 신체조성과 심혈관 요인에 미치는 영향

The effect of aquatic exercise program on low-back pain disability in obese women.

Low-back pain (LBP) is one of the most current causes to reduce work performance, limit daily activities and raising health cost, and it is in-creasing as obesity growing as a public health concern. While obese LBP people cannot avoid weight load on the spine in any exercise, they can easily carry out exercise in water. This study aimed to investigate the effect of aquatic exercise on LBP disability among obese women. In this study, a total of 39 women with body mass index (BMI)≥27 kg/m2 who suffering from nonspecific chronic LBP were purposively selected. They randomly assigned in two groups; aquatic and control. The aquatic group carried out aquatic exercise, twice per week, 60 min per session, for 12 weeks. LBP disability was measured using modified Oswestry questionnaire with ten sections; pain intensity, personal care, lifting, walking, sitting, standing, sleeping, social life, traveling, and employment. Results showed no significant difference in age, weight, BMI, waist to hip ratio, and percentage of body fat in both groups. An analyzing of multivariate analysis of covariance revealed that there was significant improvement on pain intensity, personal care, sitting, standing, sleeping, employment and total disability score in aquatic group, while there was no significant difference in lifting, walking, social life, and traveling abilities after 12 weeks between the groups. As a conclusion, this progressive aquatic exercise was a convenience and effective intervention program to reduce pain intensity, and improve personal care, sitting, standing, sleeping, and employment abilities in obese LBP women.

Effects of aquatic exercise on muscle strength and functional performance of individuals with osteoarthritis: a systematic review

Water-based exercises are recommended for people with osteoarthritis (OA), due to the beneficial effects on physical function, quality of life and symptom reduction. However, the effects on muscle strength are still controversial. The aim of this review was to assess and compare the effects of aquatic exercise programs on muscle strength and physical function in people with OA. A systematic search was performed at Pubmed, Scopus and Web of Science databases. Clinical trials with interventions involving aquatic exercises for individuals with OA were included. The methodological quality of the studies was evaluated using the PEDro scale. 296 studies were found and twelve were selected: six studies comparing water-based exercises with land-based exercise, and six comparing water-based exercise groups with the control group. Exercise programs included muscle strengthening, aerobic, balance, flexibility and stretching exercises. Duration of the program, weekly frequency, intensity and progression varied between studies. Beneficial effects of aquatic exercise were found on physical function. However, only two of five studies that assessed muscle strength observed positive effect of aquatic exercise. Although it is difficult to compare studies and establish guidelines for the standardized protocol formulation, it was observed that water-based exercises can be effective on improving physical function and increasing muscle strength, since they are well-structured, with exercise intensity and overload controlled.

Efeitos do exercício aquático na força muscular e no desempenho funcional de indivíduos com osteoartrite: uma revisão sistemática

Water‐based exercises are recommended for people with osteoarthritis (OA), due to the beneficial effects on physical function, quality of life and symptom reduction. However, the effects on muscle strength are still controversial. The aim of this review was to assess and compare the effects of Aquatic Exercise Programs on muscle strength and physical function in people with OA. A systematic search was performed at Pubmed, Scopus and Web of Science databases. Clinical trials with interventions involving Aquatic Exercises for individuals with OA were included. The methodological quality of the studies was evaluated using the PEDro scale. 296 studies were found and twelve were selected: six studies comparing water‐based exercises with land‐based exercise, and six comparing water‐based exercise groups with the control group. Exercise programs included muscle strengthening, aerobic, balance, flexibility and stretching exercises. Duration of the program, weekly frequency, intensity and progression varied between studies. Beneficial effects of aquatic exercise were found on physical function. However, only two of five studies that assessed muscle strength observed positive effect of aquatic exercise. Although it is difficult to compare studies and establish guidelines for the standardized protocol formulation, it was observed that water‐based exercises can be effective on improving physical function and increasing muscle strength, since they are well‐structured, with exercise intensity and overload controlled.

Effectiveness of aquatic exercise program for patients with multiple sclerosis: a systematic review

Background: The use of aquatic training for individuals with multiple sclerosis (MS) has received attention in recent years. Although there is limited number of studies that examined the effects of aquatic exercises for individuals with MS, those that have been conducted consistently demonstrate positive outcomes. However, there is no review that synthesized research findings for individuals with MS. Purpose: The purpose of this review was to examine the evidence concerning the effectiveness of aquatic exercises in individuals with MS. Safety concerns, potential benefits and practical application are discussed. Methods:This is a systematic review,we identified eleven studies that met the selection criteria, these studies included a total of 141 participants with MS. Electronic databases and hand searches were undertaken to locate studies published in English. The databases searched included PubMed, PsychINFO, CINAHL, OVID, PEDro, ProQuest. The key words searched were multiple sclerosis, aquatic, and hydrotherapy. The initial search resulted in a retrieval of a total of 83 potential articles. We screened those articles for duplicate and selection criteria. Results:A total of eleven studies that examined the effectiveness of aquatic exercises for individuals with MS were identified. Of the eleven studies, three were randomized controlled trials, five were single subject design and three were case studies. Across all studies, a total of 141 individuals with MS were investigated. The sample size for each published report ranged from 1 to 22 participants. All of the identified studies (100%) reported that aquatic training resulted in positive outcomes. Research on the effects of aquatic training for individuals withMS suggests that aquatic training is effective for improving flexibility and range of motion, cardiovascular endurance, fatigue level, muscle strength, mobility function (including gait and balance), quality of life and psychological well-being. None of the studies identified any exacerbation or reported adverse change in neurologic status. Conclusion(s): To our knowledge this is the first systematic review to examine the effects of aquatic exercise for individuals with MS. There is limited number of studies that examined the effectiveness of aquatic exercises in MS. The results from all the studies indicate that individuals with MS benefit from aquatic training to improve physical functions and enhance quality of life. Implications:Although there is limited number of studies evaluating the effectiveness of aquatic exercise for individuals withMS, those studies consistently demonstrate positive outcomes. There is a need for more studies with a longerterm follow-up to determine if any gains are retained for long term. The available literature suggests the beneficial effects of aquatic exercises with no adverse outcomes, and supports its use as a reasonable treatment option for individuals with MS.

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This literature review focused on the effects of aquatic exercise programs in reducing pain in older adults with osteoarthritis (OA). Studies were included that involved adults 50 years of age and older with OA. Effects of aquatic exercise programs involving strength, endurance, balance, stretching and aqua jogging on pain in these individuals were examined. Significant outcomes included reduced pain as well as improved motor functioning, reduced body weight, improved self-efficacy and enhanced quality of life. Based on results, programming recommendations are provided to assist therapists in recognizing how facilities, water temperature, session length, frequency of programs, accessory equipment, education and social support can all contribute to positive outcomes.

수중운동 프로그램이 경직형 뇌성마비아동의 대동작기능과 하지조절능력에 미치는 영향 - 사례연구

Abstract Purpose : The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effects of aquatic exercise program on Gross motor function and lower limb control of children with spastic cerebral palsy. Method : The subjects of this study are children with spastic cerebral palsy; 2 patients who agreed with this research, were picked up. Subjects received aquatic exercise training for 6 weeks, which consists of 2 times per week, 30 min of working pattern with floating device for each session. Gross motor function and lower limb control for walking were measured GMFM and SCALE. The intervention were compared by measuring before and after. Result : In GMFM and SCALE of both subjects, the intervention has been improved after the experiment compared to their original status before the intervention. Conclusion : Therefore, the Aquatic exercise is effective in improvement of to improve the gross motor function and lower limb control in chidren with spastic cerebral palsy. Key Words : aquatic exercise, walking, motor ability, lower limb function

No. 148 The Effectiveness of Aquatic Exercise Program on Bone Mineral Density and Physical Function in Postmenopausal Women With Osteoporosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

No. 148 The Effectiveness of Aquatic Exercise Program on Bone Mineral Density and Physical Function in Postmenopausal Women With Osteoporosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Comparison between the Effect of Aquatic Exercise Program and Land Exercise Program in Spastic Cerebral Palsy on Motor Function and Balance

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the efficacy of a aquatic exercise program (AEP) compared with a land exercise program (LEP) in children with spastic cerebral palsy on motor function and balance. Thirty children with spastic cerebral palsy receiving edgewise treatment were randomly assigned to two groups, a AEP and a LEP. AEP and LEP were applied to two groups of children with spastic cerebral palsy for 30 minutes, three times a week for 8 weeks. Range of motion (ROM) of ankle dorsi flexion, Modified Ashworth Scale (MAS) while ankle dorsi flexed, Pediatric Berg’s Balance Scale (PBS), and Gross Motor Function Measure (GMFM) were used for pre and post comparison. There were significant differences of ROM while ankle dorsi flexed, PBS and GMFM between pre and post treatment in all the two groups (p ＜0.05). But as a measure of MAS while ankle dorsi flexed did not show a significant differences. And the was significant difference in the amount of change of the ROM while ankle dorsi flexion between the two groups (p ＜0.05). The results would suggest that both of the exercise program are equally effective. Key W ords: Aquatic exercise, Balance, Land exercise, Motor function, Spastic cerebral palsy

Validation of the Effect of Aquatic Exercise Program Designed to Improve Motor Function of Hemiplegic Patients

Validation of the Effect of Aquatic Exercise Program Designed to Improve Motor Function of Hemiplegic Patients

Effect of Aquatic Exercise Program on Pain, Fatigue, Body Composition, Physical Fitness and Psychological Variables in Women with Arthritis

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of aquatic exercise on pain, fatigue, body composition, physical fitness and psychological variables in women with arthritis. Method: With a quasi-experimental design, 37 women who had arthritis were assigned into an experimental group (n=19) or a control group (n=18). Aquatic exercise consisted of one hour of exercise in water, two days per week, for six weeks and a self-help process. Measures included physiologic and psychological variables before and after the exercise. Data was analyzed with the SPSS WIN using descriptive statistics, t-test, and ANCOVA. Result: The mean age of the subjects was 59 years in the experimental group and 52 years in the control group. Pretest scores in outcome variables were similar in both groups except BMI and body fat(%). After controlling for age, shoulder flexibility scores in the experimental group improved more than the control group (Rt: F=10.58, p=.003; Lt: F=5.91, p= .02;