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History of Whole Body Vibration
The concept behind what makes the whole body vibration machines work dates back to ancient Greece. Doctors in ancient Greece invented the first body vibration tools as a therapeutic method to help soldiers recover from their injuries. These tools utilized a bow-like wooden instrument. The doctors would "pluck" the strings of the bow so that it would vibrate over soldiers' wounds. These doctors found that soldiers’ injuries would heal faster as a result of vibration therapy; this "buzzing" allowed pus to drain faster from wounds and improve the production of human growth hormones. Together, these benefits helped stimulate the healing process in the patient's body....
Dual Motor vs Single Motor Whole Body Vibration Machines
When it comes to Whole Body Vibration therapy, there are two main machine options that professionals and individuals come across: dual-motor and single-motor machines. It seems obvious to some that more motors equals more benefits, but it's not always so black and white to everyone. To break it down, we must first ask ourselves: What Is The Benefit To A Dual Motor Machine vs a Single Motor Machine? A dual motor machine allows you to quite literally get twice the benefits out of the machine you're using. Each type of vibration in a vibration plate machine helps your body focus on...
Types of Vibration
Oscillation Motion Oscillation motion is the most primitive and basic machine motion. This particular motion type has been around for a very long time. Most inexpensive vibration machines utilize this specific motion type. Often referred to as level 1 machines, these units have a platform that moves similar to a see-saw. One side of the platform tips upwards, while the other side tips downwards. This is considered a simple or isolated movement since there is only a basic direction of motion involved. This movement is typical with a high degree of amplitude, meaning that the platform moves about 11 mm with each stroke, and...
Frequently Asked Questions About Whole Body Vibration Plate Exercise Machines and Their Use
Every now and then, we get calls and questions from customers about how to use their Whole Body Vibration Machines or why their machines aren't working. These troubleshooting questions are usually easy fixes, and we’ve decided to cover the most common questions here. If this article doesn’t cover your questions, contact us for more information about vibration platform exercise machines. Using Whole Body Vibration Machines What are the benefits of using Whole Body Vibration Machines? How often should I use my Whole Body Vibration Machine? What is the Difference Between Oscillation and Triplanar Motion? What Are Some Exercises I Can...