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Table 2 Table illustrating the general physical, PD-specific physical and psychosocial effects of aquatic physiotherapy

From: What web-based information is available for people with Parkinson’s disease interested in aquatic physiotherapy? A social listening study

Effects of Aquatic Physiotherapy

General Physical Effects

PD-Specific Physical Effects

Psychosocial Effects

Better Strength

Better Posture

Relaxation/ Reduced Stress

Less Pain

Less Falls

Reduced Fear of Falling

Better Balance

Less Dystonia

Improve Mood

Improved Range of Motion

Less Rigidity

Better Quality of Life

Less Swelling/ Improved Circulation

Less Freezing of Gait

More Confidence

Improved Flexibility

Less Constipation

Weight Loss

Improved Coordination

Less Tremors

Reduced Social Isolation

Improved Endurance

 

Better Sleep

Improved Walking

 

More Acceptance of Exercise

Less Spasms

Improved Fitness

Improved Core Strength

Improved Respiratory Function

Improved Rotation

  1. Webpages could mention more than one effect. Effects mentioned in 30% or more of webpages are in bold. Effects are listed in descending order of mention frequency