Posts Tagged ‘Warnings’

When can vibrations be harmful?

July 23rd, 2010

These days there is a lot of media attention and scientific research aimed at the effects of vibration training on the human body. Our body was made for movement. We have been perfectly equipped to absorb all of the vibrations we are confronted with in our daily lives.

However, the amount of mechanical vibrations we are exposed to has increased enormously over the last few centuries. Truck drivers, forklift drivers, construction workers and helicopter pilots absorb a lot of vibration on a daily basis. The complaints they suffer, mainly in joints and spine, cause tremendous problems. 

There are some fundamental differences between vibration exposures » Read more: When can vibrations be harmful?

Whole Body Vibration Machines- Two Motors vs. One

February 26th, 2010

All vibration machines produce vibration in 3 different directions, the most safe and effective platforms produce sufficient vertical vibration while limiting horizontal vibration.  Research has shown that significant vertical amplitude is required to generate adequate loading of the muscular and skeletal systems.  This can be achieved with one motor whole body vibration machines as well as dual motor types. 

A dual motor machine can » Read more: Whole Body Vibration Machines- Two Motors vs. One

Healthy Whole Body Vibration

January 26th, 2010

There’s a lot of talk about Whole Body Vibration these days. Whole Body Vibration that is used for therapy and fitness should not be confused with those sources of dangerous occupational vibration that can sometimes lead to severe disability.

Bad Whole Body Vibration for example, is the kind of vibration experienced by truck drivers, factory workers and construction workers. That type of disruptive vibration is characterized by constant, extremely high frequencies and amplitudes (how hard a person is vibrated), as well as uneven and unpredictable spikes in frequency and amplitude. » Read more: Healthy Whole Body Vibration

Whole Body Vibration and Contraindications

July 26th, 2009

Whole Body Vibration (WBV) is a remarkable technology with incredible benefits.  As good as this technology is though, it is not always best for everyone.  There are certain contraindications that should always be considered before beginning any type of WBV regimen.  Just because a person has a conditions which is listed on many of the most common lists, it does not mean they absolutely cannot use WBV.  This really just means that the user needs to be aware of the potential danger and get clearance from a physician before using it.

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