Research Article, J Womens Health Issues Care Vol: 3 Issue: 6
Effects of Two Intensities of Whole Body Vibration on Fall Related Risk Factors in Postmenopausal Women
| Ronald Davis1*, James Rowe2, David L. Nichols1, Charlotte F. Sanborn1, Nancy M. DiMarco3 and Andjelka Pavlovic1 | |
| 1Department of Kinesiology, Texas Woman’s University, TX, USA | |
| 2Department of Kinesiology and Health Science, Stephen F. Austin University, TX, USA | |
| 3Institute for Women’s Health, TX, USA | |
| Corresponding author : Ronald Davis Department of Kinesiology, Texas Woman’s University, P.O. Box 425647, Denton, TX 76204 E-mail: RDavis4@twu.edu |
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| Received: April 15, 2014 Accepted: September 16, 2014 Published: September 20, 2014 | |
| Citation: Davis R, Rowe J, Nichols DL, Sanborn CF, DiMarco NM, et al (2014) Effects of Two Intensities of Whole Body Vibration on Fall Related Risk Factors in Postmenopausal Women. J Womens Health, Issues Care 3:6. doi:10.4172/2325-9795.1000167 |
Abstract
Effects of Two Intensities of Whole Body Vibration on Fall Related Risk Factors in Postmenopausal Women
Loss of lean tissue mass, bone mineral density (BMD), and postural stability are common with aging. Each of these factors can contribute to an increased risk of falls or fracture. For women, these issues are particularly troubling since the incidence of fracture is approximately twice as high in women as compared to men. One nontraditional intervention suggested to address risks for falling has been the use of whole body vibration (WBV). However, the best training protocol or intensity for use with whole body vibration has not been established.
