Right now, at age 75, after about eight months, I am exercising with the PV machine about four times a week. Last Spring I wanted to loose some weight and went on a diet. In about three months I lost eighteen pounds, which was easier and more successful than previous tries and it seems less an effort now to maintain the loss. I think the Power Vibe definitely plays a role in the weight loss process. After an exercise session on the Power Vibe, I feel energized and, at the same time, feel relaxed and always enjoy the session. In addition to the Power Vibe, I practice Hatha Yoga three times a week and walk about a mile and a half four times a week. The Power Vibe has certainly made a difference to me in ways I can see and I’m sure in less obvious areas like bone density and circulation.

Judy

It’s important to know what you would like to accomplish by using a whole body vibration machine.  You must understand that the “one size fits all” approach does not work well when it comes to WBV technology.

WBV Training – This is the form of Whole Body Vibration intended for use in exercise, strengthening, and athletic performance.  WBV Training equipment is stronger and produces more acceleration from the platform vibrating at higher amplitudes (greater distance traveled on each oscillation) and is designed to produce peak results in muscular development, strengthening, flexibility, fitness and athletic performance. The full spectrum of WBV benefits will be greatest with this type of equipment as it allows the user to undergo the highest levels of gravitational force producing, maximal results.  Research shows complete fatigue of the muscle spindle at 60 seconds and performing any exercise for longer will result in overexposure.  It is also recommended that vibration training sessions never exceed a total of 12 minutes as overexposure may result in adverse effects and be potentially harmful.  It is imperative to understand that this level of vibration is not safe for everyone and some people will benefit more from the use of WBV Therapy.

WBV Therapy – This is the form of Whole Body Vibration used in medical therapies and rehabilitation.  WBV Therapy equipment is less powerful than training equipment and is designed to be safe for use in a variety targeted clinical applications.  WBV Therapy is most commonly utilized for rehabilitation as a result of injury or surgery, treatment of severe disorders and medical conditions, and in specific instances where limited ability to perform regular exercise is present.  Because it is not as strong, vibration therapy may be used for longer periods of time, research has shown some devices to be safe for up to 15-20 minutes of continual use.  However, the applications for use and results vibration therapy can deliver are limited as a direct result of the reduced levels of acceleration.

Instead of claiming that one particular form of WBV is good for everyone, we have made it a priority at PowerVibe that every customer is educated and individually evaluated to match their particular needs with the right form of WBV!  PowerVibe believes in educating people before they buy.

Here at PowerVibe we will ask you questions such as:

• What is your current health condition?

• Do you have any physical issues?

• What is your age, height, weight and fitness routine?

• What are your health and wellness goals?

• How do you plan to use WBV?

• What is your budget?

This kind of information lets us match the right kind of WBV equipment with your individual needs!

It’s so easy to get started. All you need to do is to step on the whole body vibration machine, turn it on and have a ride. WBV gets your body moving, unleashing the numerous benefits of exercising- better circulation, lymphatic drainage-the whole system gets stimulated! You actually will enjoy working out with WBV! Getting moving has never been easier. Spending up to ten minutes a day on a WBV machine has shown to deliver extraordinary results. Fitness finally has becomes fun, in less time!

This is not a passing fad. Initially developed 50 years ago by Russian scientists to counteract muscle degeneration of the cosmonauts caused by living in zero gravity for long periods of time, the technology is now widely accepted by athletes and doctors alike.
At PowerVibeUSA, we believe that the consumer needs to know some basics about this technology as purchasing a WBV unit is an investment into your Health and Well-being! Unfortunately, there are widespread false and misleading statements abound on the Internet.

We want you to be an informed buyer and have compiled some “Buyers Tips” to help you make the right decision as to which type of unit to buy!

1. Check the quality of material used to make the machine. Make sure mechanical parts are made of quality steel. You may come across machines that are made of plastic parts. Plastic is fine for aesthetic items like covers & handles. Make sure the weight-bearing structures are steel as this will affect durability.

2. Make sure that the machine is sold by authorized dealers. Many people are not authorized sellers and are selling low quality machines. When in doubt check with the Main Distributor or call other dealers to check.

3. Does the fitness machine offer the full range of frequency required to get the health and fitness results you desire?

4. Check the warranty of the unit you are looking to buy. A 2 year warranty is offered by most reputable products.

5. Make sure the unit does not make strange or excessive noise when you first use it.

6. Make sure all the accessories are present at delivery.

7. How easily can the unit be serviced if needed?

8. If you are buying the unit as home exercise equipment, make sure that you have sufficient room for it.

9. Make sure that the machine fulfills your need. Do not buy something with more or fewer features than you’ll require.

10. Do not use price as a gauge of quality. Make your purchase a worthwhile investment.

PowerVibeUSA hopes that the information above is helpful in making your buying decision. When evaluating WBV equipment we are confident you will come to that conclusion that we offer the best products and service at the best pricing.

We sincerely hope to be your Exercise and Wellness partner for a long time to come!

In Health,

Dr. Christian Reichardt

President,

www.PowerVibeUSA.com

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Dr. Christian Reichardt, president of PowerVibe USA, is a featured speaker with The Vitality Depot.  Some of the topics Dr. Reichardt covers are: Transitioning from Passive to Active Care, Osteoporosis: The Hidden Epidemic, Restoring the Body’s Full Range of Motion.  

Check out the www.VitalitySpeakers.com webpage for Vitality Sponsored Speakers photos, bios and speaking topics. 

Parker Seminars was founded on the premise of sharing traditions, philosophy, and time-tested Parker Principles that lay a foundation for success, as well as the latest practice procedures and cutting-edge technologies, which ensure the success of the profession for years to come.

Expo hours and booth information for Power Vibe :

Experience the Power Vibe Zen Pro at The Vitality Depot booth 614,616,618.  

Experience the Power Vibe Pro 2 at the Scrip Hessco booth 1016.

Expo Hours

Thursday, January 13: 8:30am-6pm
Expo Break 10:30am-11am
Lunch Break 12:30pm-2pm
Expo Break 3:30pm-4pm

Friday, January 14: 8:30am-6pm
Expo Break 10:30am-11am
Lunch Break 12:30pm-2pm
Expo Break 3:30pm-4pm

Saturday, January 15: 8:30-4pm
Expo Break 10:30am-11am
Lunch Break 12:30pm-2pm

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The Pro Home features a platform-only design, which means it does not have the large main column typically associated with WBV machines. This design allows the Pro Home to be seamlessly integrated into anyfunctional training routine. Practitioners of yoga/Pilates will be able to perform virtually all movements on the Pro Home, all while receiving the fitness and flexibility benefits of WBV. Likewise, fitness enthusiasts who utilize Kettle bells, dumbbells, or body weight exercises will accelerate their results (through the proven benefits of WBV) by training on the Pro Home. Finally, incorporating a Pro Home into training with a weight stack functional trainer creates the ultimate fusion of acceleration and functional training.

Offering an aesthetically pleasing design and extra-large platform, the Pro Home delivers a robust 20-50Hz range (in 5Hz increments). All pre-set programs (which are another unique feature) as well as manual mode, are easily accessed via the convenient remote control. And, at only 37 lbs, the Pro Home is easily portable, making it a favorite among progressive personal trainers looking to offer their clients the latest in cutting-edge training.

PowerVibe, founded in 2006 by Dr. Christian Reichardt, is a full line supplier of whole body vibration products and is well established in medical, chiropractic, therapy, and athletic performance markets. PowerVibe products are used in notable institutions such as Life University, Sherman College, Southern California University of Health Sciences, and the Michael Johnson Performance Center – in addition to thousands of health professionals in the US and Canada. For more information contact Scott Logan at (425) 501-9966 or email at Scott@PowerVibeUSA.com.

“We met Scott while he was in charge of the medical market for a leading brand of low-tech functional rehab products,” said Matt Gigliotti, COO of PowerVibe. “When we learned more about his background and reputation in specialty fitness, we were thrilled to have him join our team to take charge of our network of retailers. Logan’s duties will include business development, creating dealer training programs, developing dealer incentive programs, and marketing.”

According to Logan, “PowerVibe is very well positioned. They are a full line vendor with extremely attractive price points and dealer margins. And, with Dr. Christian Reichardt’s standing as one of the nations leading authors and lecturers on WBV, we know we can take a leadership position in creating best-in-class educational materials that our dealers will be able to immediately apply to real world selling situations. Our purpose is to be a leader, not just with innovative WBV products, but with our training, education, service, and customer support.”

PowerVibe, founded in 2006 by Dr. Christian Reichardt, is a full line supplier of WBV products and is well established in medical, chiropractic, therapy, and athletic performance markets. PowerVibe products are used in notable institutions such as Life University, Sherman College, Southern California University of Health Sciences, and the Michael Johnson Performance Center – in addition to thousands of health professionals in the US and Canada.

For more information, please contact Scott@PowerVibeUSA.com

From a liability standpoint it is imperative that companies make a health warning readily available. Customers need to be aware of the contraindications so that they can protect themselves from using equipment that may potentially affect a preexisting condition. As a rule of thumb it is important to remember that Whole Body Vibration gives the user all the physiologic benefits of exercise and does so in a very compressed time frame. WBV promotes circulation, oxygenation and lymphatic drainage in the injured tissue and therefore speeds up healing. Additionally, the stimulus that the tissues experience on the neurological level gives the body a tremendous proprioceptive input.

Because the platforms moves 3-4 mm at a rate of 20 to 50 times a second, the challenge that the bone, muscle, and ligament tissues experience in a 30 to 60 second time frame are considerable. This is where the biggest advantages are realized in the Fitness world. Because significant improvements in strength and flexibility can be achieved in a short period of time WBV has become a very desirable exercise method.

The contraindications associated with WBV training apply to the chiropractic or fitness setting alike. The typical chiropractic patient is “unconditioned” and may more likely be rehabilitating from an injury. People using WBV in a fitness/accelerated training capacity are more likely to be fit and in shape, but the contraindications must be observed in any case.

Regardless of who is using WBV, beginners must phase in training at an appropriate rate and not over use the modality to avoid negative side effects. People that start out too fast or use WBV more than the recommended amount are prone to experiencing headaches and/or soreness. This is due to the body detoxifying and/or over-stimulation. It’s common for any exercise equipment or rehabilitation modality to include a health warning for liability purposes. WBV is no different.

For the health care clinician the physiologic advantages play a big role in the implementation of WBV for rehabilitation. Since soft tissues can be exercised without having to take an injured area or extremity through active ranges of motion, WBV can be introduced very early in the treatment protocol.

Yet these physiologic changes also lead the clinician to be aware of contraindications. A doctor can clearly deduct that one would not utilize WBV on a patient with recent fractures and surgeries, large open wounds, metastatic cancers, recent metal implants and the like. If someone has any known medical condition, or any physical limitation on their ability to exercise, PowerVibe strongly recommends that they seek the advice of a physician before using Whole Body Vibration.

It is always advisable for everyone to consult with a physician before starting any exercise program. Ongoing research in the field of Whole Body Vibration indicates that many conditions can actually benefit from this form of therapy. However, if you have any of the following contraindications PowerVibe strongly recommends that you seek the advice of a physician before using any PowerVibe machine, in order to avoid any possible personal injury.

o Pregnancy

o Acute/ Deep Vein Thrombosis

o Serious Cardiovascular Disease

o Pacemaker

o Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

o Acute hernia, Discopathy

o Acute disc related problems, Spondylosis, gliding Spondylolisthesis or fractures

o Severe Diabetic neuropathy

o Tumors

o Recent Surgeries

o Epilepsy

o Gallstones, Kidney stones, Bladder stones

o Cardiac dysrhythmias

o Acute Rheumatoid Arthritis

o Acute/sever inflammations, infections and/ or fever

o Acute Migraine

o Fresh (surgical) wounds

o Surgical metal implants

o Osteonecrosis

o Severe Osteoporosis with BMD