Good Vibrations (article published in NASA Science News) A new treatment under study by NASA-funded doctors could reverse bone loss experienced by astronauts in space. November 2, 2001: “Use it or lose it.” The familiar mantra of fitness buffs applies as much in space as it does on Earth — perhaps more so. The bones [...]
Many studies have been conducted to investigate whether osteoporosis can be prevented or even reversed using whole body vibration therapy. The general consensus is that whole body vibration exercise does increase bone mass density and it also lowers mineral reabsorption by the body. Medical studies tend to express their findings in a very conservative manner [...]
Dr. Ken Russell, a chiropractor in British Columbia, Canada discusses the effect of whole body vibration exercise on health issues such as: osteoporosis Parkinson’s disease balance flexibility mobility joint pain back pain muscle strength bone mass density Share and Enjoy:
CBS News Reporter tries vibration exercise machine workout Share and Enjoy:
Tyra Banks demonstrates whole body vibration on her show with a volunteer. She weighed the volunteer before and after…. after just 10 minutes of whole body vibration she had lost a pound! Check it out! Share and Enjoy: