We are all looking for ways to keep our bodies and minds as healthy as possible. Power Plate was recently used in a study to determine the effects of Whole Body Vibration (WBV) on cognitive impairment. The study indicates Power Plate Whole Body Vibration can be a critical tool in mitigating the progression of cognitive decline.
Subject of Study: Whole Body Vibration and its effect on Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), defined as the boundary between memory loss and impairment.
Method of Study: Scientists from two of Japan’s leading medical institutes published exciting new research concluding that whole body vibration (WBV), delivered by Power Plate, increased cerebral flow. They studied 16 patients who exhibited forgetfulness with the mean age of 63.5. The patients underwent a 24-week exercise regime twice a week. WBV exercises were performed for approximately 20 minutes. Following the training, computer images measured the blood flow in regions of the brain.
The patients who received a 24-week of Whole Body Vibration training revealed SIGNIFICANT improvement in cognitive assessment. The conclusion is that exercise and training with Power Plate may increase cerebral blood flow, which can be a critical tool in delaying dementia and mitigating the progression of cognitive decline.
Due to the lack of effective drug therapies for Alzheimer disease, pre-clinical interventions are essential in preventing and treating cognitive decline in patients with mild impairment.