One of the common complications after stroke is functional impairment of the upper limb. Effective methods of combating this ailment are constantly being researched. One of them is the administration of segmental muscle vibration (SMV) to activate cortical motor excitability. The aim of the presented work of Italian scientists was to analyze the effect of […]
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In saving from drowning, a quick response of the rescuer is the key. The rescuer’s physical condition during rescue is tested by extremely demanding metabolic needs. A single rescue operation causes a large increase in blood lactate concentration. Water rescuers are often forced to react many times within 1 day, therefore effective regeneration after each […]
To increase the mobility of the joints in a warm-up before exercise and during regeneration after exercise, foam rollers are often used. The use of foam rollers with a built-in vibrator also seems to be an interesting solution. Vibrations can additionally stimulate muscular spindles and Golgi tendon organs, affecting proprioception. As some studies show, vibration […]
In this study, Belgian scientists reviewed studies examining the effect of various therapies on the macroscopic morphology of the muscles and tendons of the lower limbs in children with spastic cerebral palsy (CP). They analyzed the effects of, among others, whole-body vibration (WBV), which is often used to reduce muscle tension (spasticity), improve posture control, […]
Cellulite affects approximately 85% of women over the age of 20 and 2% of men. It is characterized by atypical distribution of adipose tissue which may result from adipocytes and connective tissue metabolic disorders. Those disorders may come from genetic, hormonal, dietary or associated with low physical activity basis. Many methods of treating cellulite have […]
In the symptomatic treatment of many neuromuscular diseases (such as in the case of excessive, abnormal muscle tone, spasticity, torticollis, clubfoot, cerebral palsy or multiple sclerosis) injection of botulinum neurotoxin (BoNT) is used. BoNT lowers muscle tension. In order to achieve sustained improvement, in many cases repeated injections and high doses of BoNT must be […]
The aim of the presented research by German scientists was to test the effectiveness of a 12-week whole-body vibration training (WBVT) in the treatment of chronic Achilles tendinitis. For comparative purposes, the effects of 12-week conventional eccentric training or the lack of therapeutic intervention during this period were also analyzed in this context. Pain symptoms, […]
The aim of the presented research by Taiwanese scientists was to analyze the effect of short-term vibration therapy in the form of whole-body vibration (WBV) on proprioception and motor functions in people with moderate Parkinson’s disease (PD). Both after WBV and conventional therapy, improvement in motor functions was achieved in patients with moderate PD. Prepared […]
The fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) manifests itself as chronic and widespread pain, inflammation of the nervous system and mild systemic inflammation, as well as muscle dysfunction. In addition, depression, sleep disturbances, decreased physical functioning and quality of life are common. A key signaling molecule involved in central and peripheral changes related to pathological conditions responsible for […]
Pain in the lower back is often caused by nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) of unknown etiology. It is not a separate disease entity, but a symptom such as pain or dizziness. In NSLBP, impaired proprioception is observed, i.e. impaired processing of joints positions and movements information by the central nervous system. Moreover, decreased lumbar […]