Vibration Plate

[Tlflom]

Has anyone had improvement in bone density and strength with a vibration plate?

[Lynnel17]

I would even be pleased to be able to maintain my current bone density with a vibration plate. I hope someone will respond to your question. They are an investment of money, and then waiting for delivery. If I go on bisphosphonates, I’m not sure the plate would do me any good. There is even the investment in daily use there.

[CoachKara]

I’ve been using one just in case but not due for another scan for a year so not sure if working. But I did research and if you do get one, you want one that goes to 30 hertz. Apparently that’s what is needed for building density, but remember higher is not better. I also do it 10 minutes a day and sometimes I’ll go on it twice a day.

[Tlflom in reply to CoachKara]

Thank you for your response. I also did a lot of research, which was very conflicting on hertz and amplitude for reasonance. Can you share a link to your research? The companies who sell LIV heavily promote <30hz. We can share results in a year after our next DEXA. I bought a 4D WBV that ranges 4 to 40 hz with a very low setting for amplitude, speed, and intensity. I do 1 or 2, 10min sessions per my doc.

Does anyone have DEXA confirmed results regarding LIV or WBV?

[Smittybear7 in reply to CoachKara]

I have one and am going to try to use it 5 days a week. Strongly recommend by chiropractors. I have read t o many side effects of medication offered. Trying to find alternative treatments. I have been on a calcium, D3, k2,magnesium recommended by a functional medicine dr/pharmacist. However someone cautioned me about calcium being bad for Parkinson's. I have that also. I would appreciate suggestions. Thanks

[StrongFuture]

I think there are a lot of us that would like to know if the vibration plate is worth the investment. I hope someone that has tried it will post their results.

[Tlflom in reply to StrongFuture]

I read a lot of research papers to answer this question for myself. In the final evaluation I chose LifePro Rumblex Max 4D from Amazon. Be aware that it is listed under many prices and different sales for as low as under $160. Today, I see the lowest price as $315 with the highest at just under $600. All on Amazon. I continue to search for more research studies on the subject. Oct 2023 is my next Dexa and will re-evaluate the results. I may choose to buy the high dollar LIV machine at that time. Shooting from the hip here; I believe the LifePro will be the correct choice.

My PCP has referred me to 1. Endocrinologist and 2. A Bone Health Clinic.

I will post as more info comes in.

[Walker1012 in reply to Tlflom]

Recently diagnosed, and after research ordered the same  LifePro Rumblex Max 4D. Time will tell! There are multiple benefits to WBV (lymphatic, circulatory, etc), so I figured it was worth the investment. Time investment of 10 minutes/day is a no-brainer.

[Smittybear7 in reply to Tlflom]

Thanks

[Smittybear7 in reply to Tlflom]

Do you have osteoporosis?

[2019pro]

Just got my LIV and started using it in hopes it will help. Also, had a hip replaced in Feb 2022 & joined Osteostrong in May 2022 and truly enjoy that. Haven't had a bone scan since 2021, so interested in seeing if anything has improved! I think I have one in March maybe this year and will advise!

[Tlflom in reply to 2019pro]

Thank you. We will look forward to your report. Did you make other changes? Diet, suppliments, or Rx?

[2019pro in reply to Tlflom]

Not too much.. I've taken d3, try to eat healthy... Got a puppy, so walking more since the hip replacement!

[Smittybear7 in reply to 2019pro]

Did your dr recommend osteostrong?I have osteoporosis and compression fracture at l2.

[2019pro in reply to Smittybear7]

No... They came to my area and I thought it was something I could easily do to help me... Not really a "gym rat" type, so it seemed achievable...

[jhw808]

My numbers improved, I'm in the osteopenia range now after using a vibration machine for about two years. I bought it here after reading so much research. This seller is very informative and she has done the research, written several books, she gives great advice.

bcvibranthealth.com/

I love my vibration machine, it helps with inflammation, mood, GI, etc.

[Tlflom in reply to jhw808]

Fantastic! Good work. What suppliments are you taking? How much and how often.

[Zulu-girl]

I have super severe osteoporosis at age 59. I have been too scared to start any treatment but now it’s getting so bad I may have to acquiesce. An endocrinologist friend of mine suggested vibration plates, but because I have had spinal fractures (due to traumatic fall) 3 years ago plus severe cervical stenosis, I’m just concerned about how that might affect the stenosis situation that I’m trying to avoid surgery for? When you look at side effects for vibration plates, they’re not fabulous, either. Dizziness, vertigo joint and bone pain to name a few.

Why is this disease state so difficult to treat?

[Tlflom in reply to Zulu-girl]

Can you rent a plate just to see how your body reacts? Or go to a gym or PT place? It can be disorienting at first. I started slowly at a very low speed. I have to keep my knees slightly bent. Now I am gradually increasing the speed and intensity. I will gladly take a small improvement in a year instead of a dramatic loss.This week I begin meeting with the endo, and a bone health clinic. I recommend the same. Don't risk more loss. It is a very complex disease.

[CoachKara in reply to Tlflom]

Some gyms do have them but they are the wbv high speed one that you must bend knees. But remember all that vibration goes to your knees so they can be bad for them. Many of the machines have it where you can adjust your feet so on the outside part, it would be faster and then as you move your feet in closer and it slows it down, so you could just start off with your feet together. On the lower ones lvi it’s better not to bend your knees, because you want the vibration to go to your back but you can start off slow and work your way up.

[Walker1012]

I've only been using mine for approx. 1 month, but am very anxious to see my next scan (Nov). I purchased the LifePro Rumblex-4D, ($400), and I love it! I will say, I pray it helps the ole' bones, but I do believe it is helping inflammation in my body, which in turn, is good for the bones! Also, it is great for cleansing the lymphatic system, circulatory system, etc. I figured 10 min. a day was worth the investment. I do love it!