Using Whole Body Vibration To Rapidly Boost Your Fitness feat. Dr. Jason Conviser

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This week I sat down with Dr. Jason Conviser to talk about Whole Body Vibration (WBV). What an INCREDIBLE TECHNOLOGY this is! WBV has been shown to significantly reduce pain levels & increase quality of life in people suffering with chronic pain. It can increase muscle strength & bone density in as little as 10 weeks! WBV has been shown to dramatically improve balance & prevent falls - the leading cause of injury-related ER visits in the elderly. It would be difficult to come up a single device that has such a wide range of benefits as WBV.
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[@karenbaldry8096]

Thank you for this excellent tutorial. I needed this. My body is not failing me, I’m failing my body. I have struggled to get my backside off my chair since Covid. I’ve gone from being very active to being a lazy couch potato. This has given me the boost I needed to make a change. I have a vibration machine and I do love it, but I know I also need to move more. 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@painfixprotocol]

Bravo Karen! Glad this video was a little nudge in the right direction!

[@margaretfort8286]

Been using it for 3 years. I didn’t believe it, could it really stop me getting up 5 times a night with incontinence! I watched a video on you tube expressing this outcome within 4 weeks. It was true at 4 weeks I was sleeping through the night a blessing for me being in my late 70’s

[@painfixprotocol]

This is awesome Margaret! Would you mind sharing the specifics of how you used the Power Plate? ie How many times per week? What setting(s) on the machine? What you did while on it? I'm sure that a lot of people in this community would want to know. Thanks a lot!

[@margaretfort8286]

I was so keen to rid this incontinence issue i went on it every day for 9 minute cycle. I didnt just stand i exercised on it. When I had the Covid vaccines i suffered with 22 months of chronic fatigue, everything was an effort, no exercise. Soon found I was up twice a night so i needed to get on and not exercise, to get a good nights sleep.

[@ROSEMARY1925]

@@margaretfort8286 Thank you so much for that information Margaret. I’m contemplated in the purchasing a full body platform vibrator. I have quite a few problems and getting up in the night is one of them every night at three or four times night. I’m definitely gonna get thank you for your information Rosemary from Long Beach California

[@marlenea.1960]

Excellent information I have a vibration Machine that I’ve just started using and this has been very useful information for me!

[@painfixprotocol]

Glad it was helpful!

[@s.stephens8690]

I loved this interview. Very motivating. I'm in chronic pain in my hip for the last 3 weeks - maybe this could help me. Thank you.

[@painfixprotocol]

@S. Stephens - Of course it would depend on what's causing your pain but there is some very promising research on using WBV with chronic pain: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31099264/

[@teria.epperly]

Thank you! I've been following your videos for several months. When this one came up, I started my own research. I've always been active and committed to my health. Having been diagnosed with Osteopenia 6 years ago, I've been committed to preserving my bones through diet, supplementation and of course, exercise. I had access to a vibration plate as part of my bone density sessions for the past 1 1/2 years, but did not understand the difference between vertical vs. tri-planer until now (also supported in a NASA-sponsored report I found). I knew then I wanted a tri-planer plate. The Power Plate MOVE (at 87 lbs) was too heavy for me (at 119 lbs) to move around my house , so I purchased the PERSONAL Power Plate (at 37 lbs.). It arrived today. I'm over-the-top excited to add this to my exercise routine. Thank you again for sharing your knowledge through your videos.

[@lydiariley4370]

Hello my name is Lydia and I just read how you purchased a personal power plate and it only weighs 37 pounds and you really like it. I have awful chronic pain and I am in tears a lot so could you tell me about the personal power plate. Where would I order it from and what company makes it. I'm interested to find out how it works for you because I need something to help myself. I didn't realize that the power plate was so heavy and I couldn't be able to move that either without severe spasms.Thank you so much for your research.

[@mcrawford5877]

The explanation for the different vibrational devices was helpful. I have had a central pivoting vibrational trainer for many years. I like it but it’s limited in it’s use.

[@painfixprotocol]

I'm so glad it was helpful for you, M! There's some data indicating that centrally-pivoting machines are good for improving balance. But, of the 3 types of platforms, that type does seem to be the most limited in scope.

[@DRCHENYK]

this noon i used vibration machine for 30 minutes. knee and ankle pain all gone until now (after 3.5 hours).

[@painfixprotocol]

So glad the vibration is helping with your pain! Thirty minutes of vibration is quite lot, so be sure to use caution.

[@DRCHENYK]

after 26hr still painless. amazing.

[@painfixprotocol]

That's fantastic, @@DRCHENYK! So glad to hear it!

[@VeroniqueMcKay-Mano-facto]

I am lucky enough to have a power plate and it keeps me strong and firm at 49 years of age- I got it after having spent 2 months in a hospital bed after a complicated pregnancy.... my transformation after that (2008) was amazing ! Since then I use it to maintain my physical condition as I am anything but an active sports person (Îm à Jewelry designer so pretty sedentary) I would love to learn how to use it to relieve back and neck and shoulder pain.... if you have any advice?

[@painfixprotocol]

That's an awesome recovery story and a perfect example of the power of WBV @Veronique McKay! Stay tuned because I will have more videos on how I use WBV for pain relief.

[@lydiariley4370]

Thank you for the information on whole body vibration. Everybody tiptoes around on which machine to buy yet those of us that are in pain and on limited incomes would like to know please what machine we can buy.. I know that dr. Yonl works on the power plate move... That plate cost just under $3,000.. now is there another plate out there that can be beneficial yet maybe will cost half that. There are so many plates out there.. there has to be one out there for seniors that are on limited incomes. Many of us cannot get an appointment with either one of you guys but come on ,give us something that we can do at home to help ourself get out of this discomfort and pain... In my area there are no doctors or therapist around here who even deal with these vibrating machines and we need help. One of my friends gifted me with a vibrating machine that she purchased from home shopping and it's an nice machine but I do not want to be on the wrong machine. I have it set on 1 according to the directions from the doctor on home shopping. I will buy another one to help myself but I don't want to waste money because I don't have directions. Kindly please.. give me directions on what type of machine to buy or will the one I have be ok and if not I will do what I can to get the other machine that doctor Yoni has.. please help me.. and thank you

[@painfixprotocol]

Hi Lydia, I am so happy the interview was helpful for you. Choosing the right type of platform is a very important decision. And that should be driven by your individual goals. If you email [e-mail] my team will be able to help you out.

[@lydiariley4370]

@@painfixprotocol thank you for getting back to me.. right now I just want to know what machine to purchased that is similar to the one that you stand on but is not $3,000. Once I have instructions on the machine and can purchase it then maybe I can enroll in the class but I want to buy the machine first and I don't want to buy a machine that is not going to help me..

[@paulettehodges5495]

Great Information. Have watched numerous videos related to vibration therapy, but majority of your audience that really needs it cant afford it. If its such a great tool in the belt, and should be included in treatment of osteoporosis and also preventive therapy, it should be affordable for a reasonable price. It looks like the 2 that are LIV is the power plate and the Marodyne. Both are ridiculously priced. Like everything else, the best treatment is only for the Elite.

[@painfixprotocol]

There are 1 or two good options at a lower price point. Albeit with less bells & whistles. But if you're interested, just email [e-mail] and ask for my recommendations.

[@TheSupaTeaPodcastShow]

I'm doing my.best to get past the name sir. .ok Dr Yoni....😂😂😂...it's Friday I'm in a good humorous mood...I do have a plate just got my own feeling very celebratory and was introduced to this method at my favorite gym LIFETIME FITNESS

[@painfixprotocol]

Glad to hear it. Cheers!

[@shawnawyland1506]

Hello. I loved this video. I just found you today. I have been considering the Life Pro RumbleX 4D. I only discovered vibration plates because I get a discount with my Yoga Alliance Certification. I am so excited to have found them. I digress. That said, there is a huge price difference in the Rumble X and Power Plate. Should I just save my pennies and wait until I can get the Power Plate?

[@painfixprotocol]

@shawna wyland - I have not tried the RumbleX 4D but from videos, it appears to be a centrally-pivoting vibration. This type of vibration is the least effective form of WBV. They are much more jarring, less comfortable, don't offer the same spectrum of benefits as vertical displacement or triplanar machines. It also takes 4-5 longer to achieve the benefits with centrally-pivoting vibration. Just look here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZO2nqOrprCHlbM If you skip to 3:18 and watch how his body moves on the machine. This unit has great reviews but any of the PowerPlate owners will tell that this movement looks NOTHING like the way your body moves on a PowerPlate. I am still looking for a less expensive machine that can do what the higher end machines can. But right now, my advice right now would be to save up and invest in a quality machine.

[@shawnawyland1506]

@@painfixprotocol Many sincere thanks.

[@Frigger20]

I have a Rumblex 4D. Absolutely delighted. You may want to look up what it really does. It often comes up on top of tests and it’s not as expensive as expected. Good luck !

[@noramonnet3447]

I'm healing from a slight fracture in my left foot for two months now. Would this help with my foot healing? Thanks.

[@painfixprotocol]

Great question @Nora Monnet - there's not a lot of research on this subject - but, one study found " WBV is suggested to be beneficial in improving fracture healing in animals without safety problem reported." www.ecmjournal.org/papers/vol034/pdf/v034a08.pdf

[@GrowYoungerNow]

Thanks for this video. Have a few questions. 1) Now that people seem to experiencing heart problem/ strokes etc. due to the vaccination clotting the blood and athlete experience this even faster as their blood naturally circulates way faster then us without athlete activities. Would this not even contribute more using the powerplate to the faster blood circulation??? Question 2...I tried to read the comments with your replies but all your replies seem not to be visible. Is there a way I can change that??? Thanks a lot for any insights.

[@painfixprotocol]

I'm not sure why my replies wouldn't be showing up for you. Strange. Whole body vibration definitely increases circulation and so anyone with clotting issues should check with their primary care provider before adding it to their fitness routine.

[@daemonwhite8875]

Thankyou for your video. I recently purchased a plate that has a maximum of 25 hertz. I purchased it for BMD as I have osteoporosis. I am worried the 25 hertz will be ineffective for bone building. Can you confirm this. Thankyou

[@painfixprotocol]

You're welcome! Most of the studies on Bone Density & WBV that have produced good results have used a slightly higher frequency. While I suspect 25 Hz would convey many of the same benefits for bone density, I cannot say with certainty what the specifics of the training cycles should look like using that frequency.

[@ginnystebbins]

Great information, thank you! My local health store has 3 different vibration "machines" that they allow customers to use free of charge. I'm sure they're not as sophisticated as the Power Plate but would they still be better than nothing or might it be a waste of my time? Thank you!

[@painfixprotocol]

@Ginny Stebbins I would try them all out. The 3 types of vibration used for WBV machines each have a distinct feel. See which feels best to you and then check online to see what type of vibration that machine is using.

[@bfitb4764]

Very interesting, can I ask a question re: cancer? Is whole body vibration appropriate for someone who has had a hysterectomy (10 weeks ago) due to cancerous cells?

[@painfixprotocol]

Here's a systematic review that discusses that topic: www.researchgate.net/publication/327705916_Whole_body_vibration_exercise_in_the_management_of_cancer_therapy-related_morbidities_A_systematic_review

[@dimples3571]

I have loose skin on triceps from weight loss ! Would this vibration technology help with tightening this area ? Specific moves ??

[@painfixprotocol]

I haven't seen any research on using vibration for skin tightening. But some tightening tends to occur slowly over time on its own.

[@lzol2456]

What if someone has high blood pressure or even worse, blood clots? How safe vibration plates are in this case? or in case in an epileptic disorder, with myoclonus? I have all these conditions in my family.

[@painfixprotocol]

Great questions. This is the only study I'm aware of that discusses whole body vibration and blood clotting. www.nature.com/articles/s41526-023-00338-4 It states " No significant warning signs towards an increased risk of undesired clotting and venous thrombosis were identified." That being said, if the clots are already present, this is likely a situation where you would steer clear out of an abundance of caution. Best to check with your doctor before proceeding.

[@mnixon9961]

Can a person with a pacemaker use these machines? Thanks.

[@painfixprotocol]

Good question @M Nixon - Power Plate has created a video to answer your question: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4a0Zp6moceCY5Y

[@gylgunstream6262]

Dr. Conviser mentioned a patient, a musician, who used vibration to keep his hands flexible. Could you please tell me how you do that on the Power Plate? I have the personal one. I have some arthritis and inflammation in fingers and thumb joints and would love to know how I go about using the Power Plate for this. Thanks!

[@painfixprotocol]

Sure thing, Gyl. I demonstrate some of that in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6qroIKoe9GiaNk You can skip to 6:29 for hand flexibility

[@gylgunstream6262]

@@painfixprotocol thank you so much! This will be very helpful 😊

[@gylgunstream6262]

@@painfixprotocol BTW. I’ve been doing your protocol for bone strength for the last year. I have another scan in April so we’ll see. 🤞🏻

[@deepost2604]

I have a plate that I been using to regenerate cartilage in my knees. Then I had hand surgery six months ago to repair a nerve that was severed. I sit at my plate and put my hand on my knee. The vibration transmits through to my hand. At age 82, another concern is to keep strength in the wrists. So, I intentionally use the plate to stimulate the bones in my hands and wrists.

[@BRuthable]

Please give me your thoughts about using the Power Plate Move with bone on bone knees.

[@painfixprotocol]

Great question! A recent meta-analysis including 14 studies concluded that "...whole-body vibration had additional positive effects compared with strengthening exercises alone on pain, knee extensor muscle strength, and physical function in individuals with knee OA." Here's the link: www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8963427/

[@BRuthable]

@@painfixprotocol Thank you! Helpful information.

[@rebeccabartsch]

Can you recommend a vibration plate that does not cost thousands of dollars like the Tri Planer? I have heard great things about the LifePro Waver which costs $150. I think most of us would like an affordable vibration plate in our homes. Would appreciate your feedback.

[@painfixprotocol]

Sure thing, Rebecca! Customer support would be happy to email you some other recommendations. Just send an email request to [e-mail]

[@NathanThePrezPretlow]

So what better whole body vibration or rebounding ?

[@painfixprotocol]

They are both good tools but they do very different things. Which one a person chooses will be determined by what they're trying to accomplish.

[@sandyskreationz]

Would this be good with RLS? I have RLS badly, have tried many medications for it...none seem to work/help.

[@painfixprotocol]

Great thought! There is some research showing WBV is effective for RLS. It's an interesting subject and I plan to share that data in a future video.

[@AS-gx4qg]

Only problem I see with this interview is that the majority of the studies (that show benefits) are done with the seesaw motion. Reason for this is most likely that it is the G-forces that the body experiences that brings the be benefits. There is very little, if any, days on that the oscillating 3d motion has any benefits for muscle traing and bone density

[@painfixprotocol]

Thanks for commenting. Triplanar vibration hasn't been around that long so yes, more research must be done. But, there is quite a bit of data demonstrating the benefits of linear whole body vibration. And that is equal or better to central-pivoting vibration is most instances (with the exception of balance training). Signorile did an excellent job reviewing the available research on WBV here - www.researchgate.net/publication/265599425_Whole_body_vibration_What%27s_the_most_effective_protocol

[@AS-gx4qg]

@@painfixprotocol so what do you say to vendors that day that all studies show that G-force (which can only be high in vertical displacement) is the most important factor? That it is the experiences increase in gravity that causes the most benefits in muscle gains and bone density. The study you linked to found that virtual displacement gave the most gain in bone density. I do not have the study right now but there is a review that finds that machines capable of delivering 10G gave the best results

[@petervalvona4058]

Having had both hips and one knee replaced my issue would be with the vibration loosening the prosthesis where it bonds to the bone. Is this a serious concern?

[@painfixprotocol]

Great question @Peter Valvona - "The addition of whole-body vibration to a novel 24-week rehabilitation protocol after hip replacement surgery significantly improves functional performance, compared with exercise alone, according to the results of a randomized trial presented here at the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) 56th Annual Meeting" - www.medscape.com/viewarticle/703818#:~:text=June%203%2C%202009%20(Seattle%2C,the%20American%20College%20of%20Sports

[@romasplace1]

Can this exercise cause stomach pain or diarrhea? 😮

[@painfixprotocol]

I have never seen this in clinical practice. However, there is some research showing that low frequency WBV can suppress gastric motility. Importantly, this effect was discovered when people sat on the vibration platform - which is not recommended. Here's the link: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10812893/

[@denisebailey4292]

The cost is 3k$-10k$. The cheapest has only 35 hz. Expensive has 30,35,40 hz. According to literature the 30 is warm up. 35 is exercise. 40 is recovery. So if you have osteoarthritis and injuries you won’t have the gentlest setting unless you spend a lot more. Without having a chance to try it I’m just averse to going into debt for something that may not operate in my range. Or is beyond my current ability level?

[@painfixprotocol]

@Denise Bailey - Thanks for your comments! I am not sure where you're getting your pricing and specs from but, the Power Plate MOVE has an operational frequency range of 30-40Hz (with 6 options in between) and for the Easter Sale the cost is $2,395 + FREE Shipping! You can access that sale price HERE: getpowerplate.com/painfix

[@meganwildhood3893]

Rookie question: is a power plate better than a wobble board or are they different enough that both are useful?

[@jeansroses7249]

They both would help a lot with improving balance, but the vibration plate would also tend to exercise more of your body than the board would.

[@painfixprotocol]

Great question @Megan Wildhood - They are both excellent tools and I regularly use both in my clinic. A wobble board is a low tech, cost effective way to train balance and stability. Whole Body Vibration is a much more sophisticated tool that offers many more options to vary the training input. Strong points of WBV include reducing pain levels, increasing muscle strength & power output and improving bone density.

[@jeaninepeterman4510]

Now i want to try my wobble board and bosu on my power plate

[@jeansroses7249]

I've read that if you have joint problems, a vibrational plate is not for you

[@painfixprotocol]

I'm not sure what joint problems you're referring to @Jean Roses but, WBV has shown massive benefits for many joint-related conditions including recovery from joint replacement and osetoarthritis. It has been shown to reduce pain, increases muscle strength and mobility - www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3764345/

[@jeansroses7249]

@@painfixprotocol I have "chronically sprained s.i. joints, easily inflamed by irritation of the illio-psoas muscle (Illiacus); I can't lay on my back without pain in the s,i. joints. Thanks for the link

[@fragranthills]

COVID lockdown created the perfect storm for osteoporosis.

[@painfixprotocol]

Yes, it did.

[@bloochoob]

I’m standing on mine watching this, your face is a blur 😂 also hard to type

[@painfixprotocol]

😂

[@angiem1124]

Where is the research that says these movements are most effective. Oscillation has been most studied by far and that is why almost every vibration platform has that feature included. These movements you're selling are not proven to be better than oscillation

[@painfixprotocol]

Thanks for commenting. There are a few things here that need correction: 1. Very few high-quality vibration platforms employ this style of vibration. There are multiple reasons for this: A. It's the least comfortable type of vibration (tends to be jarring) B. It is the most limited in its application. Vertical displacement and real triplanar vibration produce consistently produce better results for almost every variable you can think of - bone density, strength, muscle mass, flexibility, etc. The one area where oscillation really tends to shine is when optimizing for balance training and fall prevention. 2. The main reason that oscillating platforms are so popular is because they are the easiest/east expensive to produce. 3. Depending on what a person is optimizing for - balance, bone density, strength, etc - movement with vibration may or may not be indicated. However, when training for strength, bone density, muscle muscle and flexibility most studies combine movement with vibration to help isolate and increase demand on target tissue. If you're interested, I summarize much of the available research here: painfixprotocol.com/fast-track-your-fitness/

[@StephieGilley]

Invented in Russia. Give credit where credit is credit is due.

[@painfixprotocol]

You're absolutely right, Stephie!