Archives of physical medicine and rehabilitation
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Arch Phys Med Rehabil · Aug 2016
Randomized Controlled TrialSwimming Improves Pain and Functional Capacity of Patients With Fibromyalgia: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
To evaluate the effect of swimming on pain, functional capacity, aerobic capacity, and quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia (FM). ⋯ Swimming, like walking, is an effective method for reducing pain and improving both functional capacity and quality of life in patients with FM.