Medical and Rehabilitation

Medical Applications & Effects:

• Osteoporosis (brittle bones)
• Arthrosis (decalcification of the bones)
• Arteriosclerosis (circulatory disorder)
• MS, ME
• Rheumatism and other diseases of the bones and joints
• Treatment of pain and stiffness (joint and surrounding tissue)
• RSI prevention
• Treatment of varicose veins
• Increase in muscle strength & tone
• Improvement in balance
• Cartilage regeneration
• Fat loss (subcutaneous and adipose)
• Neurological improvements and learning
• Production of hormones and neurotransmitters
• Reduction in Cortisol levels

Rehabilitation Applications & Effects:

• Following accidents and injuries
• Physiotherapy
• RSI treatment
• Adhesions
• Paralysis
• Mobility improvement
• Reduced exertion on joints, ligaments and tendons
• Pain reduction in a short space of time, with little effort and without pain
• Fat loss (subcutaneous and adipose)
• Production of hormones and neurotransmitters
• Reductions in Cortisol levels
• Neurological pathways – connections, interruptions and learning
• Flexibility improvements
• Muscle strength and mass
• Bone density increases

MEDICAL

Whole Body Vibration training on the Dream Healther allows individuals to benefit from exercise and neuromuscular-skeletal stimulation even if their physical capabilities have deteriorated as in the case of conditions such as arthritis, paralysis, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, Parkinson’s disease, cerebral palsy and stroke victims.  Research is consistently increasing in this area.

Bone Density/Osteoporosis

Research has shown increases in bone density in both animals and humans using WBV.  The therapy has been shown to be effective for post menopausal women who are most at risk of developing osteoporosis. 

Arthritis/Rheumatism

The low impact training of WBV with the inclusion of increases in joint mobility, ROM, circulation, muscle and tendon flexibility and hormone releases provides a beneficial training and therapeutic system for sufferers, with minimal pain.

Cardiovascular Diseases – eg. Angina, Emphysema

Whole Body Vibration training on the Dream Healther provides a workout that does not tax the cardiovascular system.  Muscle strength and mass can be gained with minimal exertion.  WBV also increase circulation and oxygen carried throughout the body and with regular use, will improve daily functioning and quality of life.  Some individuals may even be able to gain enough fitness to include walking in their daily activities.

Neuromuscular Conditions – eg. MS, ALS, Parkinson’s, Muscular Dystrophy

Whole Body Vibration training on the Dream Healther stimulates the involuntary stretch reflex where the brain is not required to control movement as well as the activation and stimulation of almost 100% of target and synergist muscles,  neuromuscular pathway connections to and from the brain and between fibres are strengthened and in some cases developed.  As a result, balance generally improves, movement improves, pain decreases, energy increases and overall quality and daily functioning improve.  

Lower Back Pain

Approximately 80% of people in our society will suffer from lower back pain during their lives.  Lower back pain is mainly caused by a weakness of the abdominal and back muscles.  Whole Body Vibration training on the Dream Healther significantly stimulates the core muscles, in particular the transverse abdominals. Strengthening and conditioning of  the core muscles occurs quickly and is an effective preventative measure in pain and potential injury to muscles and discs. 

Aging, Functional Fitness, Mobility and Fall Prevention

Muscle loss occurs as we age resulting in reduced bone density, strength, flexibility, circulation, mobility, ROM, joint instability, and balance.  Whole Body Vibration training on the Dream Healther can improve and reverse the effects of aging as it also release growth hormones, testosterone and collagen needed for strength, recovery and healthy tissues and skin as well as releasing endorphins for a clearer, happier mind.  In just 10 short minutes you can reverse the aging effects and improve your quality of life and daily functioning with the Dream Healther without having to do a vigorous workout. 

Fat Loss

Whole Body Vibration training on the Dream Healther produces increases in basal metabolism to burn calories faster, decreases body fat especially that around the abdomen and internal organs.  Muscle mass is increased in a shorter time (10 minutes) than conventional weights or resistance training (40-60 minutes) and allows calories to be burnt faster.  Circulation and lymphatic drainage is increased and a positive change in hormone levels will also directly influence fat loss.  The movement of the see-saw plate of the Dream Healther helps to break down hard abdominal fat.  Reductions in cellulite also occur due the increases in circulation and lymphatic drainage and increases in collagen, making the skin firmer.