Aquatic Therapy in Contemporary Neurorehabilitation: An Update

Area of Science:

• Neurorehabilitation
• Hydrotherapy
• Evidence-based practice

Background:

• Aquatic therapy is widely applied in neurologic conditions.
• Growing research supports its efficacy in neurorehabilitation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review disease-specific aquatic therapy applications in neurorehabilitation.
• To consolidate evidence for aquatic therapy in neurological conditions.

Main Methods:

• Literature review of recent scientific publications.
• Analysis of studies focusing on aquatic therapy in neurological diseases.

Main Results:

• Significant research exists for stroke, Parkinsonism, and multiple sclerosis.
• Emerging evidence supports aquatic therapy for dementia and cerebral palsy.

Conclusions:

• Aquatic therapy is increasingly supported by scientific evidence for neurorehabilitation.
• This review strengthens the evidence base for aquatic therapy in various neurological conditions.