Introduction

Can whole body vibration influence bone health after spinal cord injury?

Can whole body vibration influence bone health after spinal cord injury?

Bone density loss, which can lead to osteoporosis is a big problem for people with spinal cord injuries. Putting weight on bones (weight bearing) and having muscle contractions are two important components of maintaining healthy bones. Both are reduced after SCI.

This article from the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis discusses the benefits of whole body vibration treatments.