Scientific Studies
When we started looking into the research on Whole Body Vibration, we were amazed. We saw people were getting results. We found that Whole Body Vibration platforms are being used in many situations, for many conditions. From building new bone, to increasing athletic performance, to rehab and injury care, the successful applications are ongoing. We realized that Whole Body Vibration Therapy has the potential to expand our personal choices for exercise and our ideas about wellness.
The following research validates the results and credibility of Whole Body Vibration by various health professionals.
General Information
Belav, D.L.; J.A. Hides, S.J. Wilson, W. Stanton, F.C. Dimeo, J. Rittweger, D. Felsenberg, C.A. Richardson. “Resistive simulated weightbearing exercise with whole body vibration reduces lumbar spine deconditioning in bed-rest.” Spine. 2008 Mar. 1. 33,(5): E121-31.
Hazell, T.J., J.M. Jakobi, K.A. Kenno. “The effects of whole-body vibration on upper- and lower-body EMG during static and dynamic contractions.” Applied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism. 2007 Dec. 32(6): 1156-63.
Reichardt, Christian H. ““>Vibrational Therapy: How does it work for exercise?” The American Chiropractor July 2007.
Kawanabe K., A. Kawashima, I. Sashimoto, T. Takeda, Y. Sato, and J. Iwamoto. “Effect of whole-body vibration exercise and muscle strengthening, balance, and walking exercises on walking ability in the elderly.” Keio Journal of Medicine. 2007 Mar. 56(1): 28-33.
Rubin, Janet; Clinton Rubin, Christopher Rae Jacobs. “Molecular pathways mediating mechanical signaling in bone.” Gene. 2006 Feb 15. 367: 1-16.
Raloff, Janet. “Medicinal EMFs: Harnessing Electric and Magnetic Fields for Healing and Health.” Science News, Vol. 156, No. 20, 1999, pg. 316.
Griffin, M.J. “Biodynamic Response To Whole-Body Vibration.” The Shock and Vibration Digest 1981.Vol.13; 3-2.