According to a study in Japan, people with lower back pain who regularly swim twice a week show considerable improvement in symptoms compared to those who swim once a week or never swim at all. another study from China and from the United States published in the American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine, also says the same thing.
for one reason, swimming does not weigh the work of the joints of the body nor does it put great pressure on the feet, making it relatively safer for individuals susceptible to injury. at the same time, the swimming movement exercises strength, flexibility and balance, while the flow of water works "massaging" the body to relieve stress on all joints. swimming can also increase the muscle strength that supports the spine and surrounding areas, as many swimming styles allow the body to reach a wider range of motion
