Osteoarthritis

Painful joint inflammation caused by wear-and-tear of a joint over time—a disease known as osteoarthritis (OA)—affects more than 24 million Americans. Effectively treating OA involves increased movement of the patient’s joints, which is often very painful. Water offers low-impact, low-weight bearing exercise that allows aching joints to move freely. A warm aquatic environment also reduces joint inflammation and improves circulation A body suspended or floating in water essentially counterbalances the downward effects of gravity with the upward force of buoyancy. Swim spas make this therapy available in the privacy of your backyard.