Whole Body Vibration Therapy (WBVT) has been used by elite athletes, professional sporting clubs and leading medical institutions all over the world. Originally developed to recover strength and bone mass in astronauts, the WBVT has been further developed to offer an amazing array of health and fitness benefits to community wide, irrespective of age or level of fitness.
From magazines to celebrity interviews you would have no doubt felt the buzz around WBVT and its role in significantly improving the health and wellbeing of thousands of people with only two 15 minute sessions per week. The Back In Motion Health Group has recently begun using the Galileo, the leading and most advanced WBVT machine. It has proven so successful in the management of injury of acute and chronic injury, that many leading Australian hospitals have commenced using the Galileo for use with patients in their rehabilitation and mobility programs. At the performance end of the spectrum, WBVT and the Galileo are now extensively used by many AFL Clubs and elite sporting organizations for their strength and balance programs.
Some of the Amazing Benefits
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How does it Work?
Unlike conventional training which works voluntary muscle movements, the WBVT stimulates involuntary muscle movement During conventional training our muscle movements are stimulated voluntarily but when we use vibration training, our muscles are stimulated to work by the involuntary stretch reflex. This works in the same way as the patella reflex, when the doctor taps the patella tendon below the kneecap and the lower leg moves upwards in an involuntary manner. Involunatary muscle activation yields a number of benefits not seen with regular exercise.
The Galileo’s adjustable foot plate and flexible frequency patterns allows the therapist to tailor a management program specific to your needs and goals. The Galileo's natural movement pattern trains the human body in an efficient and physiologically sensible way that minimizes the risk of injury whilst maximizing the effects of training.
Galileo Tilt Plates vs Cheaper Vertical Plates?
Galileo has been tested and compared to many other vibration training devices around the world. The research has shown that it’s patented side alternating vibration plates make the Galileo the most effective training tool.
The side-alternating function of the Galileo platform simulates human gait. This makes the Galileo the only 100% physiological training method. By simulating the human gait, walking and running it subsequently achieves greater and more specific strengthening of the back and abdominal muscles.
The Galileo also offers greater versatility in training and muscle targeting. The vibration amplitude can be adjusted by shifting positions on the plate. This is something that cannot be achieved using other vertical platforms.
Probably the most important consideration of WBVT is its safety. Galileo’s side-alternating plate means that even at high amplitude, the head and neck are protected as the pelvis and trunk muscles as inhinibitiors to vibration transfer. Unlike the vertical moving platforms which constantly compress the spine and transfer vibrations to neck and head, the Galileo has shown to be the safest and most efficient method of WBVT and training
WBVT for Performance
Elite athletes, personal trainers and health conscience individuals are constantly looking for new and creative ways to get that competitive edge and push themselves to the limit. WBVT has elevated the performances of elite athletes in many arenas. By adding WBVT to your fitness routine for only 5-10 minutes, twice a week, you will feel a substantial improvement in your overall muscle performance. The Galileo is a great tool to not only strengthen and condition your body, but also to help prevent injuries and rehabilitate existing injuries so you can get back on feet quicker.
WBVT for Health and Wellness
Everyone can benefit from WBVT with Galileo. The patented side-alternating effect instantly activates the core muscles ensuring your 'key' stabilising muscles are switched on. This helps us achieve better posture and stronger stabilizing muscles. This is invaluable in keeping us fit and free from pain and injuries. WBVT also increases your circulation. This will help increase blood flow and assist in the repair of damaged tissue thus help to reduce pain. An increase in circulation will also flush out toxins from the body and improve the appearance of the skin. You will not only feel better but also look better.
WBVT for the Elderly
As WBVT Training simulates the same muscle activities as human gait. This is helps to enhance basic muscle function and muscular interaction. The result is an increase in muscle power, function and mobility. As we get older our muscle power reduces and hence we become less stable on our feet. Falls in the elderly are the main reason for hip and femur fractures. WBVT and its effects on muscle power helps to prevent falls . With its very low stress on the cardiovascular system, WBVT is a great way for elderly patients to improve their balance and mobility.
WBVT for Medical
A good diet and regular exercise keeps us healthy, energised and revitalised. But when we are faced with injury or disease such as arthritis, diabetes, incontinence, osteoporosis, or Parkinson's disease, it can be difficult to get going again. WBVT gives us the benefits of exercise without the constraints and stresses of conventional activity (i.e. stress on joints, ligaments or cardiovascular system, etc.) Training sessions of only 2-3 minutes, twice a week have produced measurable results in many patients who have presented with injury or disease.
