A richly illustrated book with all of the elements that go into a water exercise program for osteoarthritis: equipment, warm-ups, stretching, aerobic exercises, strength exercises, balance exercises, exercises focusing on the abdominals, neck exercises, cool downs. Also included is a wealth of up-to-date information on medications, vitamins and minerals, herbs, diet, and nutrition, and working with an exercise companion.

Review

"More than 21 million Americans suffer from osteoarthritis-no surprise since the population is aging. Rosenstein, a certified fitness instructor specializing in water exercise, here aims to help those living with osteoarthritis improve their quality of life with exercise. As she did in her books about water exercise for Parkinson's disease, fibromyalgia, and rheumatoid arthritis, Rosenstein begins by explaining osteoarthritis and how it affects the body, before telling readers why water exercises are useful in treating it-water supports the body, minimizing strain on the joints, and supplies resistance so that patients can do aerobic exercise. She follows with a series of illustrated exercises that help patients improve their range of motion, strength, and endurance. There is also information about safety, equipment, designing an exercise program, and examples of complete exercise plans. To boot, Rosenstein discusses diet and alternative remedies and encourages patients to see their physicians before adopting any of her recommendations. A useful addition to consumer health, health sciences, and public library collections." Library Journal