Whole Body Vibration is an active form of exercise that has already demonstrated its enormous potential to improve bone density, balance responses, arterial circulation, and muscle strength. These benefits have been described in many studies that have been conducted throughout the world. We have seen new and exciting potential for Whole Body Vibration technology including the treatment of neurological diseases. We need to now start looking beyond the musculoskeletal effects and begin to explore the influence of Whole Body Vibration on the functions of the central nervous system.
WBV interacts with the human body through the Tonic Stretch Reflex. This reflex occurs in response to the vibrating platform. The muscles are activated and have no choice but to respond. It’s a natural reflex. The benefits of Whole Body Vibration are far reaching. Hopefully, in the future, Whole Body Vibration will be used more and more to enhance rehabilitation and be considered in other areas for fighting disease. The most important quality of Whole Body Vibration is improving the quality of life in patients.
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