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Members responded with great enthusiasm to the question about aquatic therapy, with the overwhelming consensus being that water exercise is... Read more

Members responded with great enthusiasm to the question about aquatic therapy, with the overwhelming consensus being that water exercise is one of the best options for people struggling with physical therapy due to balance or mobility challenges. Several members shared that being in the water eliminates the fear of falling, reduces spasticity, relieves pain, and even gives a sense of feeling fully able-bodied again, with some swimming over a mile multiple times a week. Practical tips included starting slow, walking in shoulder-deep water, using foam noodles or pool dumbbells, wearing a swimsuit under clothes for easier dressing, and seeking a physical therapist who specializes in MS.