Dr. Christian H. Reichardt is a chiropractor that became aware of Whole Body Vibration while training Olympic Athletes. He incorporates this technology in his office and wrote an article on how this vibration can help those with mild scoliosis. Here is my synopsis:
Whole Body Vibration is a mechanical platform that one stands on while performing specific exercises and stretches. The body begins to create adaptive responses to these vibrations and according to the article “Forty years of research has clearly demonstrated that these adaptive responses can be utilized to either loosen tissues by lengthening muscle fibers or to strengthen muscles.” This vibration technology seems to fit perfectly for those with mild scoliosis. One side of the scoliosis spine typically consists of short and tight tissues; which create hypo mobility. The other side of the scoliosis spine is often overstretched, has a lack of strength and creates hyper mobility. The vibration technology addresses both issues by helping to loosen the tight side and strengthen the weak side.
The article shows a scoliosis patient standing on the platform leaning to one side and holding that posture while the vibration helps to loosen those tight structures and then the person leans to the opposite side to help strengthen the loose fibers. Dr. Reichardt explains that “Whole Body Vibration (WBV) drastically reduces the time required to achieve these physiological outcomes; a proper WBV workout routine requires as little as 12 – 15 minutes training per session, at 2 to 3 times per week intervals.” For decades Chiropractors have utilized a scoliosis protocol combining manipulation of the spine to help with the immobility aspect of scoliosis along with strengthening exercises. This machine would be another valuable modality for the care of scoliosis and other musculoskeletal conditions.
For more information about Dr. Reichardt please go to http://www.powervibeusa.com/about-us/dr-christian-reichardt.
In health and happiness,
Dr. Liselotte Schuster
(8847) 509-9069
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