I have always heard that exposure to vibration is harmful. How can Whole Body Vibration training be safe?
Most studies supporting the idea that vibration is harmful to the body were looking at large amplitude vibration (i.e. a jackhammer). With WBV training, the vibration being administered is extremely low amplitude (2-4 mm) and therefore safe. Despite this fact however, like any exercise, safety is based upon the right positioning and treatment parameters (in this case, time and frequency).
