Whole Body Vibration Approved by US Surgeon General

Whole Body Vibration Exercise and the US Surgeon General Vibrational News we have all been waiting for.

After nearly 50 years of studies, the US Surgeon General is recognizing the positive effects of Whole Body Vibration!

Whole Body Vibration Exercise and the US Surgeon General Vibrational News we have all been waiting for. After nearly 50 years of studies, the US Surgeon General is recognizing the positive effects of Whole Body Vibration! This is a giant step in the right direction. Even though this has been very slow to come, but I am both exited and relieved that this moment is finally here.

Vice Admiral Regina M Benjamin MD MBA
US Surgeon General

From the Office of the US Surgeon General: “Weight-bearing, strength, and balance-training exercises are also an important part of any osteoporosis prevention and treatment program, regardless of age. They can help increase or preserve bone mass and may also help reduce the risk of falling. As discussed in Chapter 6, all types of physical activity can contribute to bone health. Activities that are weight bearing or involve impact are most useful for increasing or maintaining bone mass. Activities that are not weight bearing or are low impact may help improve balance and coordination and maintain muscle mass, which can help prevent falls. For those who cannot engage in regular physical activity due to disability, mechanical stimulation of the skeleton might prove beneficial. Recent, small studies found that use of vibrating platforms increased BMD and slowed bone loss (Rubin 2004 et al., Verschueren et al. 2004, Ward et al. 2004). This may provide another way to reduce fracture risk both in the elderly and in younger individuals with disabling conditions that limit their ability to exercise.”