Dance-based Exercise Therapy for People with Arthritis: An Update and Commentary

Abstract

Arthritis, a broad term used to describe more than 100 different health conditions that result in considerable physical disability, is very challenging to treat effectively, regardless of disease type. This brief review revisits the research base concerning the use of dance-based therapeutic exercises as a possible adjunct for ameliorating arthritis. The goal was to provide an overview of the potential of this form of therapy for arthritis patients as well as health professionals working with this population.