How does vibration therapy work? What are its effects?
- Causes a spontaneous, involuntary reaction of the muscles
- Leads to a massive increase of activity on the whole body
- Increased muscle activity stimulates the overall metabolism
- Increased overall muscular strength, and targets particular muscles
- Stabilizes the spine by stimulating the deep abdominal and back muscles
- Stabilizes the joints, improving reactivity and balance
- Improves coordination and helps prevent falls
- Improves body awareness (e.g., with MS, Parkinson's, neuropathies, after strokes)
- Increases bone density, and thus can reduce or prevent osteoporosis
- Stimulates the pelvic floor, helping to alleviate incontinence
