Overcoming Pain w/ Whole Body Vibration

[@beatrizorozco1374]

Hello Dr. Yoni, My mother is 84 years old and suffers from severe scoliosis. As a result, she experiences constant pain in her waist, legs, knees, and very intense pain in her hands with numbness regardless of her position. I feel desperate and very sad seeing her in this condition. The doctors have only prescribed strong painkillers that make her sleep all day. I wonder if this machine could benefit her since she cannot do many of the exercises you recommend. I'm so grateful for your work, thank you🙏🙏🙏

[@shannonturner3557]

This is so amazing the exercising different ones on the vibration plate very thorough very informative. How long and how often can you use the vibration plate daily in at one time like can you stay on it for 10 minutes multiple times a day can you only use it once a day😊 great video

[@demonsmasheroni7354]

Thankyou for advice I'll try it out

[@painfixprotocol]

You're welcome!

[@demonsmasheroni7354]

@painfixprotocol update, iv been doing for while now and was helpful

[@PainterLady]

Active traction? What was it you said? What did you put on your head? I have a Power Plate Move now. I need to get rid of body pain. The worst is in my back shoulders and neck. My entire back. My knee replacements even hurt.

[@palomahealing5073]

I just started today after getting my vibration plate in the mail, and after just 7 minutes, didn't even finish the 10 min session? And I felt my legs totally throughout for the first time in like, 20 years +😳 I also felt total control of my muscles too! And that was just on the Gentle level? I'm going to stay on the Gentle level for 2 weeks. Then I'll slowly increase it. I've been totally Sedentary for like 20 years from torn Meniscus in both knees from falls and Car accidents.😐

[@painfixprotocol]

Yes. Training with Whole Body Vibration is very challenging. It's important to ease into your new fitness routine - go slow, be consistent and make sure to take rest days (away from vibration) each week.

[@jeansroses7249]

I have chronically sprained s.i. joints. I heard somewhere that wbv is not good for those with joint issues/pain; what's the deal with that?

[@SariahMansoer]

Just wondering. I am having pain in my pelvic floor for 3 years now, which prevends me from sitting and leaves me to stand for 9-10 hours a day. Even lying down hurts. None excercises, fysiotherapy or botoxoline surgery or meds has worked so far. The only temporarily solutions that helps is walking for hours, but as soon as I try to sit down or lie down the pain returns. Can a vibration plate help to release the tension in the pelvic floor area?

[@painfixprotocol]

So sorry to hear about your painful situation. A whole vibration plate is a great tool, but it's not ideally suited for releasing the pelvic floor. I do have a video on pelvic floor dysfunction that may be beneficial for you - kzbin.info/www/bejne/j53IZpxqi86HgdU

[@SariahMansoer]

@@painfixprotocol Thank you so much for your reply and sharing the link to the pelvic floor dysfunction video. I'll check it out immediately.

[@supportadmin7735]

@@SariahMansoer Rebounding and trampolines have been great to gently loosen and stregthen the pelvic floor. i combine them with a powerplate for great results

[@SariahMansoer]

@@supportadmin7735 thanks for the tip. Will definitely try that as well. 🙏

[@frankdecapua7162]

How do I get rid of belly fat?

[@painfixprotocol]

Increasing daily caloric expenditure in combination with a slight caloric deficit is a good strategy.

[@chuckcochran6439]

What about Clinton Rubin’s (PhD, SUNY) interview with Margaret Martin? Totally against the concept-unless of course you’re using their recommended LIV machine.

[@painfixprotocol]

Good question, Chuck. I intend to make a video addressing some of Dr. Rubin's claims. Hope you'll stay tuned for that.

[@mariannewebb6232]

Can you use it if you have a plate and 16 screws in your leg? Many thanks , Marianne

[@painfixprotocol]

Good question, Marianne. Unfortunately, there are no studies to my knowledge that have tested this. The closest thing I've seen is this study that compared WBV with a traditional exercise protocol following ACL reconstruction and had good results: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25177185/. It would be best to check with your surgeon.

[@mariannewebb6232]

@@painfixprotocol Thank you for getting back to me. I did read the reference. I'll ask my daughter to enquire. It would be good if she could as she has lymphoedema.

[@pionus3651]

I use it after two hip replacements.

[@tuffykattpsychicmedium8278]

Where can I buy the active tract you placed on your head? I've had c4c5 surgery. I n33e s9mething likethis.i just bought the power plate

[@painfixprotocol]

The Active Traction Unit is available here: da790.isrefer.com/go/atusales/PFP/

[@paulliston5132]

Where can I buy it

[@painfixprotocol]

Here the link, Paul - powerplate.com/painfix

[@VisorGirl]

I am very interested in purchasing a WBV device but….I have severe spinal stenosis from L2 to S1, get 3 spinal epidural pain blocks per year and on several pain meds daily. Is WBV safe for me?

[@painfixprotocol]

Hard to say without more information, VisorGirl. I'm not aware of any research on WBV & spinal stenosis. It would be best to check with your doctor before proceeding with WBV.

[@janicealderson4329]

I can hardly afford this but can buy in installments from Amazon - what though do you think of the Power Plate compact - it is a bit cheaper at 2,289 euros, I am a small female (I am in France).

[@painfixprotocol]

Hi Janice, I think the compact version is great option for people who don't have a lot of space.

[@NousheenTaj-m3e]

Hello dr i am endometriosis patient is this vibration machine ok for me as i am having ovarian cyst as well as sever leg pains​@painfixprotocol

[@dianawhitehouse8101]

How soon after spinal fractures may the device be safe to use?

[@painfixprotocol]

Good question, Diana. I haven't seen a study that deals with this topic directly. It would depend on multiple factors: fracture type and severity, fitness level, age, volume, type and intensity of vibration to name a few. The best thing to do would be to check with your doctor and get clearance from him/her before proceeding.

[@lydiariley4370]

Bay make things so difficult. How do I buy this machine and what is the price. I looked everywhere and I can't find it because they're too busy showing dr. Yanni written and how to do his. I am interested in purchasing the machine but I want to know how to buy it and how much it cost

[@painfixprotocol]

Here you go, Lydia. This link talks more about Whole Body Vibration and my preferred WBV machine: painfixprotocol.com/fast-track-your-fitness/

[@melissawasser9492]

Hello, body vibration is definitely what I'd like to add to my workout. 2022 I had ovarian cancer. Cancer is gone! 10 limph nodes were removed from my lower pelvis. There for, limphatic system is compromised. I wear compression from chest to toes for 23 hours. I have an hour to shower then I put compression on for another 23. So, I have the donating disease of limphedema. My therapy takes up so much of my time. 5 - 7 hrs a day. 4 hrs in a bio compression system. Chi machine for 1 hr. Then I use a rebounder and walk. I understand the benefits of body vibration. I need help with balance because of limphedema .1 leg is heavier than the other. I live on 15 acres and there isn't anything level about it. When I walk, I look like I've had a couple 🥂. Pluse I've lost flexibility and strength. While wearing compression, 23 hrs, I just can't make any muscle. My questions for you are... Do you think body vibration would over stimulate my limph system? If not, body vibration could possibly cut down my therapy time. Thanks, Melissa

[@Atul7744]

Is it necessary for men to wear supporters when standing on this machine ?

[@dragonflymusings]

Is this twisting ok for a ruptured disc at hip level?

[@painfixprotocol]

Good question. Typically, with a disc problem the main concern is increasing stability (not so much mobility). But keep in mind, with a very specific problem it's best to work one-on-one with a qualified rehab professional in your area.

[@dragonflymusings]

@@painfixprotocol went through physical therapy. Wasn't ever told this. Thanks so much.

[@Candleflower42]

Hi Yoni, googling to see if my vibrating machine could have caused vertigo ( not just dizziness but disabling vertigo) I didn’t see anything re that but did see that if a person has any screws nails etc they shouldn’t use them as they can cause them to migrate. I broke my femur 6 months ago and have nails and screws in now so have a note in to my doctor. I’ll be very disappointed if I can’t use it but seems there are some contradictions to using them.

[@painfixprotocol]

@Candleflower42 - Certainly there are conditions and instances where WBV is not the right fit for an individual. However, the post-surgical data on hip replacement & knee reconstruction (like this systematic review of 10 studies) is overwhelmingly positive - www.hindawi.com/journals/bmri/2020/7362069/. Of course, surgeries vary widely from one person to the next as does the health/quality of the tissues used for anchoring surgical hardware. A person should ALWAYS check with their doctor before attempting a new exercise or fitness routine. I wasn't able to any studies on WBV and vertigo but there is a single case report that was published back in 2009. You can see that here: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20003605/

[@Candleflower42]

@@painfixprotocol Thanks Yoni! I’ll send the study to my femur surgeon - could be he hasn’t come across this question. If he gives the ok I think re the vertigo the only way to tell is to slowly get back on at a low vibration and see what happens. I was operated on 11 years ago for superior canal dehiscence and have a hole in my other ear which muddies the waters, not knowing if possibly the plate has caused it to become symptomatic. The vertigo is gone but at times am having the same weird feeling I had pre op with the other ear. Thanks for taking the time to reply and sending that info. Betsy

[@PainterLady]

I've been using my power plate MOVE and I have total knee replacements in both knees and a plate and screws in my left wrist from a shattered wrist and I've had no issues with those things. Hopefully the vertigo will eventually ease up and go away. It may be just that your body isn't used to this new therapy. Also you may be right about the hole in your one ear beginning to be aggravated and perhaps that will dissipate over time because your body is adjusting to a new therapy

[@Candleflower42]

@@PainterLady thanks for your input Pam. My orthopedic surgeon seemed to think it was ok as far as the femur repair but I’m still leery of the ear so have not been on it again. Also, recently heard a lady Sarah Meeks on the Brad and Bob KZbin channel talking about osteoporosis and she uses a Marodyne low intensity vibration plate. Looked at their website and they make it sound as if the whole body plates are fraught with danger, even the Power Plate, so I don’t know who or what to believe.

[@PainterLady]

@@Candleflower42 Wow. It's crazy. I don't know what to believe either! So many people swear by them for pain reduction. I thought I was buying the best. I pray I didn't make such an expensive mistake. Good luck to you 🙏

[@zoezschokke1122]

would it be loud in an apartment

[@painfixprotocol]

The noise varies significantly from one unit to the next. The Power Plate is one of the most quiet machines I've used. A thick rubber mat under the machine can also be used to dampen the sound significantly.

[@horaciogomez4368]

I did not see the document. Clicked on all the links. Maybe I did not look hard enough?

[@painfixprotocol]

Here you go: painfixprotocol.com/fast-track-your-fitness/

[@horaciogomez4368]

@@painfixprotocol thank you!

[@amyrosato9213]

Doesn't look feasible post cervical fusion, huh?

[@painfixprotocol]

Good question, Amy. Fusions can differ pretty significantly from one to the next. My suggestion would be to discuss this with your surgeon.

[@francesfries7]

Question: I do stand up on the plate for 15 or 20 minutes at 32 but the last 4 or 5 minutes I get down and put my arms on it then after that I get terrible pain on my shoulders ... why is that?

[@painfixprotocol]

Without an examination it's difficult to say. But if you get terrible pain in shoulders after that one position, you might consider skipping that position because it sounds like your body doesn't like it.

[@dragonflymusings]

Is this twisting ok for a ruptured disc?

[@billmerrell2797]

These plates must be made in China or similar. I think somebody's making a lot of money on these if these are for more affluent persons. They should make a model for seniors with fixed income.

[@mikefinley4367]

Pinched nerves, dpinal injuries, disc compression ...this can yrigger massive pain. Kust the vintation of yrucks driving by and the floor vinrating yriggers mt spinal problems dropping me to the floor. The jolt is not something you eant to experience.

[@painfixprotocol]

Sorry to hear about your condition. Therapeutic vibration and inadvertent exposure to vibration are two very different things.