February 5, 2012

Vibration Therapy: Shaking Off Knee Pain (part 1)

knee painIn the average Physiotherapy clinic, knee pain ranks second among the never ending list of diagnoses requiring intervention. Whether it is osteoarthritis, torn cartilage (often referred to as a meniscus tear), patellofemoral pain (pain under the knee cap), a ligament sprain, or tendonitis, these conditions can all lead to severe functional limitation and a reduction in one’s quality of life.

In the past, most of these conditions were treated with injections, medication, and ultimately, surgery. Over time however, we have come to realize that through appropriate, individualized, conservative management; part of which should, without doubt, include vibration therapy, there is potential to fully recover “without the need to cut”. [Read more...]

What is Power Plate’s Acceleration Training?

Just over two years ago Power Plate began to call their new machines “Acceleration Trainers”.

Now they have trademarked the term “Acceleration Training” for exclusive use in their marketing around the world and especially in North America. [Read more...]