Whole Body Vibration

Whole Body Vibration

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Whole Body Vibration

How and why Whole Body Vibration Therapy works

Whole Body Vibration consists of a vibrating platform that the user stands on, or performs exercises on, which stimulates bones, muscles, blood vessels and cells in a manner that promotes their rapid development and circulation.

The tilting and oscillating movement of the plate stimulates the body’s natural “stretch reflex” which causes a spontaneous muscle contraction to instinctively stretch and contract: both movements occur at varying rates between 1-40 times per second. (1Hz to 40Hz) This movement produces mechanical oscillations with an average cycle length of about 40 msec, which is the time required to induce a natural monosynaptic stretching reflex in the respective muscle via the muscle spindle during one up and down vertical movement. The neuromuscular system reacts to this stimulation by a chain of rapid muscle contractions which result in entire-body vibration. In addition, studies have reported that activation of one muscle spindle will cause a reflex contraction and relaxation in many adjacent muscles.

Exercise causes the body to tire; rest allows the body to recover. By repeating this process, the body adjusts to the level of effort, resulting in an increase in physical performance. This phenomenon, called super-compensation, similarly occurs when training on a vibrating platform. However, compared with traditional training methods, greater results are achieved and hormonal production is increased in much less time when training on a vibrating platform.

You will see the results of increased flexibility each time you do a whole body vibration workout. Touch your toes before your session, and again after the session. You’ll be amazed. And, by the end of the session, you wont even be sweating or feel fatigued. What you will feel is less stress and more energy!

The therapy consists of standing upright on a vibrating platform that produces oscillating and tilting vibrations from 1Hz to 40Hz. These vibrations are transferred to your body, stimulating< absolutely every part of your body, from your cells to the blood vessels, to your organs and muscles. These muscle contractions stimulate a dramatic increase in critical blood flow to joints and their connective tissues throughout the body.

Your Physiotherapist will assist in developing the optimal posturing and exercise sequence whilst on the WBV unit to enhance the clinical benefits of WBV. The result is reduced muscle/tendon/joint-related pain with an increase in bone/muscle mass, strength, stretch and flexibility and oxygenation and nutrification to any part of the body.

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History

History of Vibration Therapy

What started out in the Russian space training programs in the 1970’s to combat the effects of the gravity-free environment encountered by astronauts in outer space has evolved into a very effective machine. The Russians were able to set a record of more than 438 days in outer space in 1994/1995 in comparison to US astronauts who were forced to return after 196 days due to muscle and bone degeneration. Since that first research decades ago, it has been well documented that vibrational technology does in fact repair the bone and muscle tissue loss experienced by the cosmonauts.

With the fall of the Iron Curtain in 1989, vibration therapy has since gone on to other countries to be applied to the fields of athletics and fitness with incredible success.

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Benefits

What are some other benefits offered by whole body vibration therapy?

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Provides benefits of both anaerobic and aerobic exercise.

Increases physical strength, dexterity, and endurance.

Increases balance and coordination.

Increases flexibility, range of motion and mobility.

Reduces arthritic pain, joint and ligament stress.

Enhances critical blood flow throughout the body (oxygenation and lymph drainage).

Increases secretion of hormones that are important in regeneration and repair processes, such as HGH (Human Growth Hormone), IGF-1, and testosterone.

Increases bone density.

Improved pelvic floor function.

Genuine therapeutic option for stress urinary incontinence.

Relieves menopausal symptoms.

Increases the “happiness” hormones serotonin and neurotrophine, substances that support our thinking process.

Decreases the stress hormone cortisol.

Enhances explosive strength and fast twitch muscles.

Rehabilitates injuries and ailments.

Enhances conventional training results.

Speeds training recovery.

Accelerates weight loss.

Enhances pain reduction.

Improves collagen production.

Reduces appearance of cellulite.

Tightens Facial Muscles.

Supports children with growing pains.

Relieves pain of Severs & Osgood-shatters disease.

Strengthens core stability muscles.

Eliminates the effects of stress.

Relieves tension and chronic pain in ankles, knees, lower back and neck.

Clincal & Therapeutic Applications

Clinical Applications

Vibration Therapy is used in the medical field for the treatment and prevention of a variety of illnesses, injuries, and adverse health conditions. In conjunction with other forms of therapy, whole body vibration is the perfect adjunct to any practice for use with any traditional therapy.

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To learn more about Whole Body Vibration speak to your Physiotherapist at Busselton Physiotherapy Centre.

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Emphysema

Ordinarily, patients with emphysema find it nearly impossible to undertake any kind of physical exercise. Whole Body Vibration Therapy enables patients to achieve most of the benefits of a regular workout and in some cases helps them to do cardio-fitness training such as walking or even running.

MS / Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis / Parkinson’s / Stroke

Patients with these conditions in the majority of cases are unable to physically exercise because the nerves are no longer capable of controlling the muscles properly. Vibration activates the muscles directly without relying on the nervous system. Whilst vibration therapy does not cure or reverse these diseases, vibration therapy aids muscle tone and strength with patients tending to feel better, have more energy to cope with everyday activities, experience less pain and are less dependent on others. Vibration training also increases the serotonin content in the brain which plays a role in our mood or frame of mind.

Osteoporosis

Millions of people worldwide, especially women, are at risk of developing this disease, which results from the decalcification of the bones due to hormonal imbalances. The bones become fragile with a tendency to break easily. Vibration Therapy increases bone density, usually reversing the effects of osteoporosis.

Arthritis and Rheumatism

Vibration therapy can reduce the pain and discomfort of these conditions. It has been proven to increase blood circulation in the joints and dramatically improve flexibility and range of motion.

Lower Back Pain

Vibration Therapy can strengthen the weakened lower back muscles that cause back pain. (Patients with an acute back hernia should not use Vibration Therapy). Vibration therapy supports lumbosacral proprioception, relief of chronic lower back pain and positive responses on human skeletal muscle including hip density.

Pelvic Instability

This condition usually results from softening of the connective tissue during pregnancy. Vibration Therapy quickly brings the hormonal system into balance, enabling connective tissue to recover its strength and firmness.

Children & WBV

Youngest patient noted to date is 3. Excellent support to the treatment of Severs Disease, Osgood-Schlatter and Growing pains by increasing strength and flexibility.

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