The Wave

Whole Body Vibration is a form of exercise that has been researched for over 40 years. Thousands of hours of use by people of all ages has shown that it is a safe and effective way to exercise. At Schisler Spine Centre we use The WAVE Exercise machine.

The vibration plate works by stimulating the body’s natural ‘stretch reflex’. This is similar to the knee jerk reaction that occurs when the knee is tapped by a reflex hammer in a doctor’s office. Without thinking about it, your body responds with a strong involuntary muscle contraction, leading to your leg ‘kicking out’. The vibration platform works in a very similar way.

Gentle rapid contractions allow the muscle to work as a pump, resulting in increased blood flow within the circulatory system. This results in the body to carry off waste products much faster, thereby enhancing circulation and recovery.