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One benefit of aquatic therapy is the buoyancy provided by the water.  While submerged in water, buoyancy assists in supporting the weight of the patient.  This decreases the amount of weight-bearing which reduces the force of stress placed on the joints.  This aspect of aquatic therapy is especially useful for patients with arthritis, healing fractured bones, or who are overweight.  By decreasing the amount of joint stress it is easier and less painful to perform exercises.  The viscosity of water is an excellent source of resistance that can be easily incorporated into an aquatic therapy exercise program.