What can Functional Assessment Do for Older Adults with Osteoarthritis and Comorbidities When Participating in a Long-Term Aquatic Therapy Program? |Biomedgrid

More than 350 million people have arthritis globally (Global RA Network, 2021). Older adults with Osteoarthritis (OA) symptoms, such as pain, limb dysfunction, and general weakness, showed decreased activities in daily living, disturbed balance when walking, and dual-task limitations [1-3]. The common pain cycle shows that people who become less active demonstrate more pain, thus continuing the cycle. Indeed, inactive persons need a higher stimulus to become active. In an effective exercise program for healthy aging persons, we can promote activity in a satisfying way [4,5]. Aquatic Physiotherapy (AP) exercise is an increasingly popular option, enabling inactive subjects to return to an active lifestyle [6].