Power Plate Whole Body Vibration

The Power Plate is one of the top whole body vibration platforms available. Whole body vibration stimulates muscle contraction through the body’s natural responses. These contractions, which occur between 25 and 50 times per second, provide the benefits of a traditional workout in a fraction of the time.

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Benefits

Benefits of the Power Plate include immediate improvement in blood circulation, and longer-term increases in muscle strength, flexibility, range of motion, and bone mineral density. Regular sessions on the Power Plate can also help decrease the appearance of existing cellulite and help to prevent the development of new cellulite.

Scientific Studies

Although there has been some discussion in the medical community over the validity of the benefits claimed by this technology, we have found it to be beneficial to our patients as part of an overall fitness plan including diet and regular exercise. In addition, the manufacturers of the Power Plate have collected a variety of scientific studies which are available on their web site.

Side effects

The side effects of sessions on the Power Plate are the same as would be experienced in a traditional workout. Most patients experience muscle soreness, and patients who are beginning a new fitness regimen may also experience some initial stiffness as muscles which have not been stimulated become more active.