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I am not a swimmer, does walking and stretching in the pool good for knee arthiritis and loose weight.

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Dr. Alex Meyers answered

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Pool therapy: Walking in a pool does help take the load off of joints that otherwise would see the full force of your body weight against gravity. It can be a good aerobic exercise for weight loss and joint health.

Answered 10/4/2016

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