A modern exercise technique using the body vibration exercise machine VIBEX

A whole body vibration machine is a rapidly vibrating platform you stand on while assuming assorted positions (or in some cases, just standing still) which can strengthen and tone the body in a relatively short period of time. Some studies claim that significant improvements can be made in three ten minute sessions per week. The vibrating platform works by rising and lowering rapidly, forcing the body to continually stretch and stabilize.

We seek to explain the pros and cons of whole body vibration, as well as explaining the science and history behind it. We believe that both scientific studies and personal experimentation have proven that whole body vibration therapy is a viable exercise technique that will help you burn calories, lose weight, tone muscle, and recover from injury, all while avoiding putting a pounding on your joints and bones. Although WBV is a new technology, it is respected enough by the mainstream scientific community that insurance companies are already paying for WBV machines and treatments for many of their customers.

Whole Body Vibration (WBV) is a method of working out that is rapidly growing in popularity. Originally designed by Russian Astronauts as a way to avoid a loss of muscle strength and body mass during prolonged stays in space, whole body vibration is now used as a low impact exercise routine that rapidly burns calories and increases cardiovascular fitness while avoiding the pounding that joints take during jogging and other forms of working out.

Whole body vibration is an alternative to resistant training for improving strength and flexibility, especially in the elderly.

Benefits of whole body vibration therapy / benefits of vibrating machines:

Achieve better fitness with minimal effort and reduced risk of injury.

Easiest and most convenient way to get into shape available on the market today.

Produces the effects of over 80 different exercises by minor adjustments in posture and body positioning.

Improves mobility, flexibility, muscle strength, muscle tone, and range of motion.

Enhances balance and Coordination

Strengthens and enhances posture

Improves circulation and increases blood oxygenation.

Boosts levels of Testosterone and HGH

Decreases Cortisol levels ( hormone released when we’re under stress)

Combats Osteoporosis

Has been proven to improve posture and stability in Parkinson's disease patients.

Reduces back pain and stiffness

Are calories burned on whole body vibration machines?

Yes, about 500-700 calories per hour are burned on a body action vibration machine.

Where is whole body vibration currently used?

Professional Sports Teams

Fitness Centers (5R HEALTH IN ROWLAND HEIGHTS)

Chiropractors

Physical Therapists

Orthopedic Rehabilitation Facilities

Is body vibration dangerous or a scam?

If insurance companies are paying for doctors and patients to use these machines, you can bet that it really works. Insurance companies are not in the business of paying for anything fraudulent.

Who can benefit from whole body vibration therapy?

Athletes looking to increase their overall performance

Anyone that prefers to work out in their own home

Anyone who prefers to do the least work possible and get a work out

Anyone recovering from certain sports injuries

Anyone trying to combat Osteoporosis

Can vibration body machines heal our body?

Science seems to say yes, in many cases certain types of body vibration and body vibration training can heal the human body.

What about whole body vibration and back injuries

One value of whole body vibration is it's ability to relieve back pain.

What about whole body vibration after ACL reconstruction?

Using a whole body vibration platform is an excellent way to burn calories and lose weight while recovering from an ACL or other knee surgery.

Who should avoid any form of full body vibration therapy?

Refrain from use or consult a physician before use if affected by any of the following conditions.

Pregnancy

Acute thrombosis

Serious cardiovascular disease

People with pacemakers

Recent wounds from an operation or surgery

Artificial joints vibration exercise

Acute hernia

Discopathy

Pondylolysis

Severe diabetes

Epilepsy

Recent infections

Severe Migraines

Tumors

Recently placed IUD’s, metal pins, or plates

DISCLAIMER:
5R Health does not provide medical advice, education or treatment.

The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only and does not address individual circumstances or medical conditions.

It may not be right for you and should not be relied upon in making decisions about your health.

Always consult your doctor for medical advice.