Hydrotherapy and chronic low back pain

Hydrotherapy is a form of exercise therapy that is done in the water and has been shown to improve neuromuscular and musculoskeletal functions. Water has unique properties which allows people to perform exercises that can’t be done on the ground and can provide a more comfortable experience for people suffering from physical dysfunction. According to research, hydrotherapy can have positive effects on pain intensity, physical functioning, and nerve root irritation in low back pain.

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