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Power Plate

Never heard of Power Plate before? You will soon!

Why is Power Plate proving so popular?

Because it’s quick, almost anyone can use it and it really works!

The idea behind Power Plate was developed as a way of keeping the Russian cosmonauts fit and healthy while in space. It works by concentrating rapid vibrations to targeted muscle groups around the body. As the muscles contract they are stretched, toned and strengthened, but without the risk of staining or damaging those muscles and joints. It's the ultimate in low-impact exercise but it maximises your fitness faster.

As if that wasn’t enough…

The other great benefit is that you can enjoy the equivalent of an hour long gym session in just 10 minutes!

Two or three 10 minute Power Plate sessions a week (alongside a healthy eating program) should see a significant change in your body shape in just 6 - 8 weeks.

Sceptical? We don’t blame you, it does sound fantastic.

Workout on the Vibratec Power Plate machines and you can:

Strengthen and tone muscles
Increase muscle strength and tone
Accelerate weight loss and combat cellulite
Build better bone density to help prevent osteoporosis
Improve flexibility and circulation
Improve relaxation and general well-being
Enhance your performance and stamina

If you are not currently in the best of health whole body vibration therapy can also be extremely effective with the following conditions:

Osteoporosis
Rheumatism
Lower Back Pain
Arthritis
Sports Injuries
High Blood Pressure

Poor Circulation
Varicose Veins
Parkinson’s
Multiple Sclerosis
Diabetes

Arthritis, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Diabetes, Obesity

It is well known that individuals suffering from these conditions, as well as many other diseases, benefit significantly from physical activity. Unfortunately, more often than not, conventional exercise for them isn’t an option because of loss of muscular strength, co-ordination, balance, joint pain, poor circulation or embarrassment.

Good Vibrations can help here. Because of the low impact nature of vibration training the benefits of physical exercise are once more available for many of those no longer able to perform traditional physical activities. Also the discrete nature of our exercise rooms means that you can train and exercise privately or with just one or two other people, not a whole heaving gym full!

Good Vibrations’ Power Plate exercise machines will stimulate the body’s natural ability to increase muscular strength, balance, blood circulation, lymph system drainage, endocrine system response and bone mineral density. Sufferers of Multiple Sclerosis, Osteoporosis, Arthritis and other debilitating conditions are now able to fight the effects of these disabling diseases. Although sadly not a cure for these afflictions, vibration therapy can provide relief from many of the symptoms suffered and can hopefully improve quality of life.

Rheumatism and Fibromyalgia

Rheumatic afflictions are considered by some to be an auto-immune disorder in which immune complexes are formed (usually in the joints), exciting an inflammatory response. This causes pain that makes traditional training practically impossible. Patients with this kind of symptom can use the vibration training because practical experience has shown that the inflammations do not deteriorate. Many patients suffering from rheumatism or fibromyalgia can decrease the amount

Osteoporosis

Scientific research has proved that bone density increases significantly under the influence of vibration training.

Lower Back Pain

Weakened lower back muscles are often the cause of these complaints. These muscles can be strengthened using vibration therapy. Lower back pain has been found to decrease by as much as 66% in some cases.

Read testimonials from two people who benefited greatly by using our Power Plate machines

Poor Circulation

The rhythmic contractions of the muscle encourage blood circulation. While training, your capillaries will enlarge so that blood will flow into even the smallest vessels.

Lymph Drainage

Reduction in lymph oedema is achieved by improving circulation to the lymphatic system, thereby helping remove waste and bacteria from the system more effectively than passive range of motion or electrical muscle stimulation. What’s more, most people suffering from lymph oedema are highly sensitive to physical contact on the oedema. This contact can be avoided with vibration therapy. People suffering lymph oedema will highly appreciate relaxing exercises

with both calves in an elevated position on the vibrating plate!

Varicose Veins

Blood from the lower limbs is pumped back to the heart using valves in the blood vessels, which stop the blood returning to the lower extremities. Varicose veins are caused when these valves leak. As vibration training causes a huge increase in circulation it can improve the return of blood from the lower limbs if used on a regular basis, especially when performing exercises dynamically. It should be noted that it is advised that you massage around varicose veins manually before using the machines.

Severe Diabetes

As whole body vibration therapy causes a rapid decline in blood glucose levels, it is not recommended that diabetics use the machines. However, the nature of the training means that it is ideal to improve the physical condition of diabetics.

Therefore, we suggest you talk to your specialist about using this type of exercise regime and, subject to their approval, we can work with you to design an entire training schedule for you.

Sports Injuries

Athletes and sportspeople in endurance or impact sports have to deal with injuries picked up in training and competition, or with lower backaches and strains caused through excessive stress on the body. Using the vibration machines these complaints can be treated quickly and efficiently and the body’s own healing process can be greatly assisted.

Many professional sports teams have found Power Plate machines to be indispensable for rehabilitation. The ability to strengthen muscles without strain on joints and ligaments can be extremely valuable for patients with rehabilitation needs. Increased blood circulation helps bring oxygen to inflamed areas to promote healing, while improved lymphatic flow helps drain fluid build-up from injured tissue. Physiotherapists around the world have found the benefits of Power Plate machines invaluable.

Contra Indications

If you suffer from the following medical conditions you must consult your doctor before using vibration training : epilepsy, severe diabetes, severe heart and vascular diseases, hernia, discopathy, spondylitis, headache, long lasting fever, implants, kidney and gallstones, pacemaker, rheumatic athritis, recently placed metal pins or bolts, thrombosis , tumours, recent inflammations, recent wounds resulting from an operation, pregnancy, severe migraine and long term use of medicine (in particular painkillers and corticosteroides).

Do´s

Inexperienced users should always use the appropriate programme provided by Good Vibrations.
Wear comfortable footwear and sportswear.
Always remove the mat when doing exercises during which your feet are on the plate.
Always stop exercising immediately if feeling dizzy or light-headed.
Drink plenty of water before, during and after using vibration training. It is very easy to get dehydrated.
Inexperienced users should leave 48 hours between sessions.
For the best results select a vibration frequency of 30Hz, 35Hz or 40Hz for strengthening and stretching, with 40Hz or 50Hz for massage.
Dynamic exercises should be performed under control with good technique.
Always put the weight on the middle of the platform.

Dont's

Never use the vibrations training if you suffer from one or more of the contra indications without consulting your doctor.
Never sit on the platform with a straight back.
Never put your head or stomach on the platform.
The vibration platform should never carry more than 140 kg/308 lbs.
Inexperienced users should not train in the “high-amplitude” mode, until comfortable with the vibration.
Never do the stretching exercises quickly, let the tension increase slowly.

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