EDS and swimming for exercise?

Posted by sue15 @sue15, Mar 31 5:31pm

Has anyone with hEDS tried the pool for exercising or swimming to help build strength and lower pain?

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I tried pool therapy and I felt great until my mcas decided that we're now allergic to chlorine. My sister (she has basically all the same conditions as me) felt super tired and drained. I'd say to give it a try but go slowly and don't use all your energy because as soon as you get out of the pool, gravity will start pulling at your joints again

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Thank you for sharing your pool experiences. I love being in the water and used to swim laps often. I’ll see what I can do. I’m getting stronger through PT! Have a good week.

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