Whole body vibration enhances recovery after ACL reconstruction
Research evidence suggests that using the whole body vibration expedites and improves recovery of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) rupture and subsequent arthroscopic reconstructive surgery.
This is a summary of a study published in the German Magazine for Sportsmedicine - “Deutsche Zeitschrift für Sportmedizin”, Vol. 56,
No. 7/8 (special abstract issue), p. 228.
By J.D. Bastian, W. Franz, Lutrina Klinik, Department of Knee Surgery, Kaiserslautern, Germany
Empirical study of the effects of whole body vibration training after arthroscopic reconstruction of the ACL.
Conclusions:
The whole body vibration group experienced no
muscle atrophy or weakness after surgery, while
the control group suffered femoral muscular atrophy,
weakness, and decreased coordination.
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Twelve weeks after surgery, the whole body vibration
group was more satisfied with the results of
the surgery; participants were stronger and felt
better.
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The whole body vibration group reported less pain
than the control group.
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Research evidence suggests that whole body
vibration training - executed on the “classic”
Power Plate® machine - is a significant resource
for patients wishing to enhance recovery and regain
strength in order to return to daily activities
of work and sport.