Effects of Aquatic Exercise in Older People with Osteoarthritis: Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials.

ABSTRACT: Objective: In this study, the objective is to analyze the efficacy of different aquatic physical exercise programs in the treatment of osteoarthritis in older people. Material and Methods: The systematic review was conducted until April 2024 and updated in November 2024 in five electronic databases. Randomized controlled studies in people over 60 years of age with a diagnosis of osteoarthritis were included. Water-based exercise interventions were assessed for their impact on osteoarthritis symptoms, walking ability, muscle strength, depressive symptoms, range of motion, body composition, fear of falling, fall risk, quality of life, range of motion, and dual task function. The methodological quality of included studies was assessed using the Physiotherapy Evidence Database. <

SUBMITTER: Ayan-Perez C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11755622 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature