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The 3 Types of Whole Body Vibration

July 14th, 2010

The 3 Types of Whole Body Vibration

As a follow up to the review of how Whole Body Vibration works, below is a summary of the 3 types of WBV:

Vertical
• Ideal for accelerated training, muscle toning, and osteoporosis.
• The platform moves straight up and down with minimal horizontal movement.
• You can feel vibrations through the top of your head when standing straight. Imagine jumping on a trampoline 20-50 times a second.
• Power Vibe Pro II

Oscillating
• Ideal for fat loss and core strengthening.
• One side of the platform elevates up, while the other side lowers down, alternating like a “teeter-totter”.
• You feel a “back and forth” movement focused on your hips and pelvic region. It feels like you are taking 25 steps a second.
• Power Vibe Motion I

Elliptical
• Ideal for balance, stability, and rehabilitation.
• Elliptical platforms move similarly to vertical units but with more horizontal and less vertical movement.
• You feel the vibration massage mostly in your legs and feet. It’s comparable to a foot massager that’s made for your whole body.
• Power Vibe Balance I

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How does Whole Body Vibration work?

July 12th, 2010

How does Whole Body Vibration work?

In Whole Body Vibration (WVB) training the entire body is exposed to vibration, just as the name suggests. It is implemented through a vibrating platform for the user to utilize during stretching, weight lifting, yoga, pilates, physical therapy or just simply standing. This controlled motion is transferred up through the body causing all of the tissues to react to the stimulus. WBV can be used to increase circulation and lymphatic drainage, improve flexibility, bone density and muscle tone and strength, as well as to promote fat loss.
The way you position your body on the vibrating platform determines what tissues are affected. You have complete control over the body part you want to target and how challenging the workout is. Varying degrees of intensity can be utilized to suit the individual user’s needs.
Vibration training falls into 3 different categories. The types of platform used, and the direction of the vibrations, are used as a moderator of the effect and result of the training or therapy performed. Different machines will be utilized to achieve various results and health benefits.

Up next: a review of the 3 types of vibration training.

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Benefits of Whole Body Vibration in a Chiropractic Practice

July 5th, 2010

A study was recently done on how using vibration equipment was beneficial in Chiropractic Practice. Here is what was said by percentage of respondents:

Practice Benefits

66% say that “patient satisfaction with care has increased”.

47% report that patients enjoy the experience and have referred others as a result.

13% say reputation in the community has been enhanced.

WBV treatment is pain free and drug free.

Patient Benefits

87% – DC’s successfully address musculoskeletal complaints;

55% – Muscular strengthening/relaxation;

23% – Increased bone density;

12% – Overweight and obesity.

WBV is helping with increased circulation, pain relief from peripheral neuropathy, arthritis, fibromyalgia, parkinsons, paralysis and we have DC’s healing broken bones in record time.

What Else

93% of DC respondents would recommend other DC’s add vibration equipment to their practice.

66% say that using vibration equipment is a very effective part of treatment strategy.

64% are considering adding vibration equipment to their practice.

33% of respondents currently use vibration equipment in their practice.

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Avid Racer Family, Chiropractor and Daughter Support Charity

November 19th, 2009
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White Predator X-18 Off Road Racer - photo courtesy of Dirt Wheels Mag

Dr. William C. Eriksen and his daughter Teddi Eriksen are slated to start in the 42nd Annual Tecate SCORE Baja 1000 tomorrow, November 20, 2009. Unlike many of their competitor contestants, the chiropractic doctor and Teddi, who will be graduating from Palmer chiropractic school in 2010, are in it not for their personal benefit of potential success. The hobby rallye racers are looking to spread awareness about » Read more: Avid Racer Family, Chiropractor and Daughter Support Charity

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SUPERCONFERENCE 2009 – “A HUGE SUCCESS” According To Exhibitors In The Profession

November 13th, 2009

The Masters Circle is a leadership coaching, practice building and personal development program for Doctors of Chiropractic who are serious about achieving success.

This year’s annual SuperConference 2009 was a “home run” according to the exhibitors in attendance. Many were in awe by the quality and caliber of attendees, while others commented on the high energy and results they received.

Join The Masters Circle during 2010 at their Three United States National Seminars:

March 4-6, 2010 – Chicago, IL

June 3-5, 2010 – Phoenix, AZ

September 23-25, 2010 – Superconference – Orlando, FL

Below are comments made by some of the exhibitors in attendance at SUPERCONFERENCE 2009. Take a look for yourself and see what the buzz is all about!

“There were plenty of good vibrations felt at this year’s SuperConference in Orlando! The PowerVibe team had a chance to re-connect with many old friends as well as welcome a few new Masters Circle DC’s to the PowerVibe family!”

Matt Gigliotti

PowerVibe

(888) 608-8423

“Wow! What a great show! This is the second time we’ve participated at a Masters Circle event and I have to say, » Read more: SUPERCONFERENCE 2009 – “A HUGE SUCCESS” According To Exhibitors In The Profession

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5 Frequently Asked Questions about Whole Body Vibration

September 28th, 2009

What is Whole Body Vibration?

WBV is a form of exercise that allows you the gain all of the physiological benefits of exercise in a condensed time frame.  The muscles are forced to contract anywhere from 6-50 times every second, and every contraction recruits nearly 100% of the muscle fibers.  This allows the user to get a whole body workout in only 10 minutes a day.  Whichever body tissue is put in line and “loaded” on the vibration platform is where the effect of vibration will be felt.  Any exercise that can be done normally can be performed on a WBV platform except it will be more of a static exercise where the user holds the position and the machine does all the work.

Who invented WBV?

The Russians originally invented WBV for use on their cosmonauts who suffered muscle atrophy and bone mineral deterioration while in zero gravity.  They wanted to be able to rehab the cosmonauts in the shortest amount of time so they could send them back into space.  WBV allows a weight bearing load on the body and bone structure and therefore helps to build muscles and bone minerals.

Which form of WBV is best? » Read more: 5 Frequently Asked Questions about Whole Body Vibration

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What is Vibrational Therapy?

September 23rd, 2009

In our fast paced world with all its technological marvels, we have come to expect that just thinking about it should bring about the change we seek. We have been taught to expect that our existence should be the way we want it and that it is a birthright to have it so. We chant, pray or wish for the change of our current state or issue and are disappointed if this change does not occur rather quickly.

Our western society has forgotten that this longing for a change needs to be followed up with appropriate action in order to become reality. Likewise we forget that often there is a time factor involved.

This thinking is particularly pervasive in health care. It has even infiltrated our profession of chiropractic, where we have been taught to identify a subluxation, then adjust and fix it.

Yet, for hundreds of years, many health practice and health care systems have shown us that the appropriate treatment needs to be followed up with the appropriate self care by the patient.

As far eastern modalities are concerned, there was a wonderful article recently written by Lama Somananda Tantrapa of Chi Dao tradition. Thousands of years ago, Chi Gong formed the foundation of oriental medicine. » Read more: What is Vibrational Therapy?

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PowerVibe designs easy to use affordable equipment

September 16th, 2009

Vibration therapies have been around for a very long time.  The Russian Space program first experimented with vibration technologies to prevent the bone and muscle loss associated with long space travel successfully for a number of years.

As more and more researchers, scientists, and marketers from all over the globe have discovered the benefits of vibration technologies for people from all walks of life, dozens of systems have been designed to provide support and therapies for bone density and muscular strength challenges.  Many of these systems are highly complex, difficult to use and marginally reliable.  This is not the case with PowerVibe Whole Body Vibration systems. » Read more: PowerVibe designs easy to use affordable equipment

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Various forms of Mechanical Whole Body Vibration (WBV) Therapy

September 2nd, 2009

Over the last 40 years, WBV has become widely accepted in the medical and exercise community as a valid form of therapy. There a number of companies in the marketplace offering a variety of different units which range from affordably priced home units to very expensive institutional types.

It is worth noting at this point, that there are various mechanical ways to produce the vibrating effect. Each and every mode of vibration has its own advantage and purpose. Yet some companies are claiming their particular technology as the only “True” form of WBV technology. They make disparaging remarks about the other forms, often without understanding a competitors reasoning for developing a particular product and for utilizing a particular technology.

This article shall serve as a guideline for the consumer to determine which type of unit is best suited for their own particular need or purpose.

Over the last 40 years, research on WBV has been done with various technologies, and all of them have shown their validity. When looking at purchasing WBV, the user must take various points under consideration. » Read more: Various forms of Mechanical Whole Body Vibration (WBV) Therapy

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Success from HFB in Denver last week

August 11th, 2009

The Health & Fitness Business show was an excellent venue last week.  With people from all facets of the fitness industry and companies with every type of equipment imaginable all converging in the same location, it’s a recipe for success.  PowerVibe had a nice booth right next to Street Strider and across from First Degree Fitness.

The purpose of the show is to provide a place where retailers and fitness facilities can see new product and find vendors to supply goods.  Much of the time is spent explaining your products and what differentiates you from the competition.

We met all types of business owners and soon will have a larger reach into the specialty fitness industry.  Also we were offered a spot on The Price Is Right » Read more: Success from HFB in Denver last week

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