Scientific Research
Based on research conducted for the Russian Space Program, it was determined that muscle tissue actually responds better to a certain stimulus produced within a specific frequency range (see chart). Our machine is designed to provide the necessary stimulus within that ideal range. Additionally, because our vibration platform moves within a displacement range of only a few centimeters, there is even less impact on your joints than normal activities such as walking for example! And unlike other WBV machines, our patented technology simulates normal body movement and is therefore more natural feeling and fun to use.
Research from all over the World
Vibration exercise technology has come a long way from the “shaking machines” of the 1940’s. Scientific research has shown vibration technology and vibration exercise to be a valuable tool for health, fitness, longevity and mobility.
Below you will find research conducted on vibration exercise and vibrating plate exercise machine technology from respected Universities and medical clinics all over the world. Click on the study TITLE to download and view the PDF document.
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Athletics, Bones & Muscles
Vibration treatments complement resistance training in athletes by enhancing neuromuscular performance, power output, strength and hormonal profile. Vibratory stimulation increases performance by facilitating explosive strength exertion. Whole body vibration elicits quicker muscle responses than conventional training. “Vibration exercise enhances muscular metabolic power, and thus muscle activity.” “Two 30-second bouts of vibration exposure facilitates an increase in step-jump height.” Whole Body Vibration significantly enhances jumping ability. 10 minutes of vibration training is equal to 150 leg presses with extra loads of three times the body mass.
“In healthy young adults, a single, 4-min vibration-loading induced a significant, transient increase in the isometric extension strength of the lower extremities, jump height, and body balance.” Weight Loss Whole Body Vibration creates an “almost addictive willingness to repeat the treatment session,” thereby achieving greater fat loss than most standard forms of exercise for fat loss. Stress/Hormonal Even if performed to exhaustion, cardio vascular Whole Body Vibration is mild, thus providing minimal risk to the elderly. Whole Body Vibration causes minimal metabolic and cardiovascular strain. Whole Body Vibration increases muscle blood volume. Geriatrics Whole Body Vibration improved chair rising time for 33 of 34 geriatric patients. Whole Body Vibration measurably increased muscle strength and balance in 42 participants after 6 weeks. Six months of regular Whole Body Vibration improved standing balance in geriatric patients, reducing risk of falls and femoral/hip fractures. Whole Body Vibration helps prevent falls and increase bone density in elderly women, improving their ability to walk and move without assistance. Menopause Vibration training improves muscle power mainly by enhancing the pattern of recruitment of muscle fibers. Animal testing suggests that Whole Body Vibration is effective in preventing early postmenopausal bone loss. The combination of vibration training and physical therapy turned out to be highly effective and thus represents a genuine therapeutic option for patients with stress urinary incontinence. |
