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Whole Body Vibration Exercise for Seniors
8 Jul 2010Staying active is the fountain of youth. Many have discovered that it is the secret to feeling better and living longer. Finding a program that works for you and sticking with it is very important. Regular exercise can prevent or delay diabetes and heart trouble. It can also reduce arthritis pain, anxiety and depression. It [...]
Treating Scoliosis with Whole Body Vibration
25 Jun 2010More and more doctors are creating specialized protocols incorporating various combinations of whole body vibration, traction, and rehab exercises for the treatment of Scoliosis. The primary goal of treatment should be to increase motion first in the fixated areas, then stabilize the hyper-mobile areas. It is also very important to improve strength and power in [...]
Acute Effects of Whole Body Vibration
12 May 2010Whole body vibration has been reported to produce immediate effects on anabolic hormone levels and muscular power. Studies have shown a significant increase in blood concentrations of testosterone and growth hormone following short sessions of whole body vibration training in healthy men. Whole body vibration training also elicited a decrease in the blood concentration of Cortisol, [...]
Whole Body Vibration stimulates the body’s natural stretch reflex and causes muscle contractions in much the same way that a doctor’s tapping below a patient’s patella with a reflex hammer elicits a knee-jerk response. The stretch reflex is controlled by stretch receptors called muscle spindles that are located in skeletal muscle. Muscle spindles are usually [...]
Benefits of Yoga with Whole Body Vibration
4 May 2010Yoga means union of body and mind and you probably know what sets it apart from stretching or your physical exercise routine: the deep and distinct connection with your breath. Regular yoga practice has been shown to prevent middle-age spread in people of healthy weight and promote weight loss in those who are overweight.
Almost any [...]
WBV makes normal strength and flexibility training more effective. Many medical doctors, physical therapists, and chiropractors have embraced WBV when treating patients recovering from injuries because WBV can speed up the recovery process and actually make muscles stronger in the end. Because WBV increases circulation and muscle activity at the cellular level, you can heal [...]
About 50% of women with fibromyalgia or pain in connective tissue and muscle have poor balance. Symptoms vary from joint stiffness to debilitating body pain, headaches, indigestion, and fatigue to name a few of the most prominent. Fibromyalgia treatments are dedicated to treating these symptoms.
Recently, a study showed that vibration therapy may
Adding Whole Body Vibration to your Life
13 Apr 2010The benefits of Whole Body Vibration (WBV) are widespread over the web and almost everywhere. This type of fitness equipment can make getting in shape easier than ever.
Whole body vibration machines move in different planes and depending upon which plane the vibration plate or user moves in, determines the type of effects on the body. [...]
Over a hundred years ago, Chiropractic doctors were the originators of wellness and healthy living. Practicing included and still does contain so much more than just giving adjustments. It includes helping patients to engage in healthy alternatives and making their participation in a wellness life style an easier choice.
It is common knowledge that the benefits [...]
Whole Body Vibration-Good for Muscles and Bones
31 Mar 2010Whole Body Vibration can be beneficial for muscles and bones, especially in older or sedentary adults.
Whole body vibration, or WBV, involves standing on a platform that sends mild vibratory impulses through the feet and into the rest of the body. The vibrations activate muscle fibers more efficiently than the contraction of muscles during regular exercise.
Some [...]
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- Benefits of Stretching with Whole Body Vibration | T-ZoneHamilton.com: [...] regular stretching program can help lengthen your muscles and make daily living activities eas [...]
- Is Whole Body Vibration training superior to conventional training methods? | T-ZoneHamilton.com: [...] This increase in amplitude can lead to a more powerful training effect in some circumstances. [...]
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