However a recent stud y in physical medicine rehabilitation found that in a group of asymptomatic middle aged wo men with risk factors for knee osteoarthritis the addition of wbv to a 12 week exercise program didn t offer additional benefits in terms of lower limb strength or power.
Power plate exercises for arthritis.
Causes and symptoms of osteoarthritis.
Advocates say that as little as 15 minutes a day of whole body vibration three times a week may aid weight loss burn fat improve flexibility enhance blood flow reduce muscle soreness after exercise build strength and decrease the stress hormone cortisol.
6 the paper s lead author didn t rule wbv out as.
One of the most common forms of arthritis osteoarthritis occurs when the tissue that surrounds the bones in joints wears down or gets damaged.
By far the most popular new addition to the passive exercise category is whole body vibration or wbv also known as power plate exercise.
You may find a whole body vibration machine at a local gym or you can buy one for home use.
At the same time exercises done on a vibration machine may be an effective and safe low impact solution for reducing the pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis.
The authors concluded that this therapy can improve functional ability preserve bone mass and decrease fatigue in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.