Two months ago, I purchased the LifePro Waver Whole Body Vibration Plate with a great deal of skepticism. But I am struggling with my health and have been desperate to find some relief. Much to my surprise, it does provide relief. I look forward to using my LifePro every night after work. I haven't found a cure for my pain and problems but I am sleeping better. I feel as though I've had a mini-massage in the comfort of my home each evening. That alone is worth the investment in the LifePro Waver.
Important: I am not giving medical advice. Even if I wanted to, I wouldn't. I am not able to figure out my own health so I would not try to advise you about yours. Please do your own research about the claims made related to health and whole body vibration.
I kept seeing ads for various types of whole body vibration machines. They all make claims about helping lymphatic drainage, improving bone density and muscle strength. They make claims about reducing inflammation and body fat. I found it extremely hard to believe these claims. But I was intrigued by the claim of improving balance.
Over the decades, I have seen physical therapists help children with balance problems. Sometimes that includes standing on things that are soft or things that move. Somehow, that helps the children's bodies strengthen and learn to balance. I have become very concerned about my balance difficulties after recently falling and smashing my head on the arm of the sofa. When I saw that the LifePro Waver Vibration Plate moves up and down, alternating side-to-side, I decided to give this vibration plate a try.
LifePro Waver Vibration Plate information
- Motor Type: Oscillation
- Hz & Amplitude: 4hz - 12hz and 0 - 10 mm
- Measurements and weight: 30.5" x 15.3" x 5.8" and 31 lbs
- Claims: Lymphatic Drainage, Decrease Aches & Pains, Balance Training
- Weight Limit: 330 lbs
- Includes: resistance bands, power cord, remote control, waver vibration plate, LifePro mini bands
- Current ratings on Amazon: 26,000+ reviews totaling 4.6 out of 5 stars
The premise is that you sit or stand on the machine and run it for 15 minutes (or more). You can change the vibration from very light to harder and the remote control makes this easy when you are standing on the machine.
I have read studies that reportedly prove some health benefits. I did not take the time to delve into the studies to look at the reliability of the study and/or whether the research was done by a neutral party. I do know that I have felt decreased stiffness and increased range of motion after 15 minutes of vibration. I look forward to sitting or standing on the LifePro and I sleep better after those 15 minutes. I can't say whether or not my balance has improved but I am very aware that my balance hasn't worsened.
I have an undiagnosed health problem that runs in my family that includes joint pain, balance problems, muscle weakness, muscle spasms, neuropathy, and proprioception problems. I am always looking for relief. Despite my skepticism about the claims made about this machine, it has been a very good investment. I seems counter-intuitive to me that vibration would help relieve neuropathy. But it does. Just sleeping better at night is a pretty big deal and makes this machine worth it to me. One final thought. I don't think I would recommend a vibration plate that doesn't oscillate. I don't know how, but I think that oscillating movement is important.
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This is certainly a very interesting review. It is interesting that an vibration plate like this can improve balance and help you sleep better. It does seem too good to be true, but I have always found your testimony to be trustworthy. Given the choice, I would definitely prefer standing on this machine for 15 minutes a day to taking medication. Thanks for the introduction and recommendation!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your interesting review and recommendation. I am glad to hear that this vibration plate is helping to improve your medical problems. Wishing you the best as you go forward.
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