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Faye Posted On:2017-08-22 14:10:59

Hi there

I have a son in a wheelchair, a tetraplegic, can stand but only holding onto a bar.  My question is would the power fit vibration machine that is currently popular here be ok for him to use sitting in his wheelchair

He has had a blood clot many years ago and is on blood thinners, has high blood pressure as well.  We are hoping to find something he can use at home, goes to the gym but for cardio.

many thanks

 

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-08-21 19:54:19

 What program are you following ?  Poses , speeds etc.....

 
Sharon Bass Posted On:2017-08-20 17:00:57

Hello, I recently bought a ZAAZ vibration machine I seem to suffering from bad headache and dizziness. Is this normal while my body is trying to get use to something new. Thank you Sharon 

 
Lloyd Shaw Posted On:2017-07-09 18:21:33
Sal ...
 
Pretty simple.
 
Upper body .... Keep it under 15 hz for upper body. I keep it on 10 hz for upper body and just really work on my static form.
 

Lower body ...... Anything over 22 and most form is lost. I love 18 hz and got great development from that Fq.

 
Sal Posted On:2017-07-08 19:14:19

Hello

 

i recently purchased a second hand gravity revolution machine, but it came with no manual. Can you tell me what frequencies I should be using for upper   And lower body  .  The posters you have in site say low medium or high frequencies, but I the GR shows numbers so am unsure of which to choose

 
Lloyd Shaw Posted On:2017-07-06 21:15:21

 Hello George...

I heard there is an ex-Demo HyperVibe performance. ..And you are a runner. So that would be my pick. I do not rate the new HyperVibes at all.

 
Di Heap / VibePlus Posted On:2017-07-06 12:32:42

George, to answer your questions

GravityHQ haven’t gone out of business but are taking a break for 6 months to a year for rest and medical reasons (recommended by Lloyd Shaw). They have a new machine, Revolution 2, that has real force (a new thing for a pivotal machine) that could well be what you are looking for, for training purposes, but it’s not available yet. I have been fortunate to trial it and its very good.

The machines that Elite Fitness sell, HyperVibe;  in the industry there is general consensus that value for money is lacking. Just my opinion also but I don’t recommend. But if you can get an original, older HyperVibe machine (would have to be second-hand) this might be suitable for general training purposes.

 

There are little pivotal machines without a pole that are great for therapy uses and can also be used for basic training.  I can help you with one of these if wanted (I don’t sell machines now but I can easily get a quality one for you). Contact me, search Di at VibePlus.

You haven’t stated your goals or anything about your needs or any physical limitations – but if you are wanting a home use, Premium Speed Pivotal training machine and need to buy now, my recommendation is Cardiotech CV9. You would need to import one from Cardiotech in Australia which I’m told isn’t difficult.  You can contact me or Lloyd Shaw of Vibra-Train for advice and to be sent to the right person in Australia to arrange this.

If you are in Auckland visit Vibra-Train in Victoria Street West and we will give you free advice and have machines you can try. We do not sell machines, can just point you in the right direction for your needs. Note: we do not receive compensation, it’s just good to know people get the best machine for their needs.

Read article here: http://www.vibeplus.com/2014/03/26/pivotal-vibration-machines-cardiotech-cv9-versus-hypervibe-performance-an-update/

 
George Posted On:2017-07-05 17:25:00

I am trying to buy a vibration machine. I want to buy in NZ, not second hand and quality. I dont want to spend 10k but 4 is ok. GravityHq is out of business. Is Elitefitness with the Q10,14,17 and performance my only options. Help.

 
Di Heap / VibePlus Posted On:2017-06-22 12:44:18

Trudi, To clarify – when looking at a person using a vibration machine the machine’s quality and power is not obvious by how much the person or the machine appears to be moving.

·         On a High Energy Lineal (heavy steel and quality construction), the machine has no obvious movement and the person looks like they are not moving at all – but there is direct response in the muscles targeted = excellent machine quality, workout and therapy

·        On a Premium Speed Pivotal machine, it might look like the machine and person are moving a lot from side to side Or it might look like more of a shallow sideways rumble; depending on the position the person is in and the speed they have set affects how far each side of the platform moves up and down.
Note: Higher speed, less obvious machine movement is not always better. Using the machine correctly for your needs and holding perfect position is key. These machines are good quality for therapy use and for workouts.

·         On a Medium Energy Lineal machine like the video’s you watched, it might appear that the machine and person are not moving Or it might look like random shaking. These machines are usually plastic construction so have a lot less force/power into the muscles being targeted. This is the category of machine that you see people moving around on so their movement makes up for what the machine lower force cannot achieve.

·         Low Speed Pivotal machine. These machines often look like they are moving and the person is moving a lot.  This is no indication of quality as they are light, plastic machines usually with low force. They range from the small oval units sold at the mall to larger platforms with a front post and sometimes big rounded handle bars to hold for support. This category is the one most accompanied by fake specifications and outright lies like having 99 speeds or even 200 speeds. These machines run at around 12Hz (12 times a second) so 200 speeds is tiny increments and simply a sales pitch.
Important that they are well designed and good construction to provide some force not just movement. These machines are best suited for therapy and circulation. They can be used for small training benefits with a proper program followed exactly.

Note: In many YouTube videos the machine is not turned on. It doesn’t always need to be to demonstrate the position or program.

 

 
Trudi Posted On:2017-06-18 11:46:37

As always, thanks for your response.  I certainly wouldnt have tried any of those things on my Gravity HQ, but nice to know its safest not to.  I figured it wasnt a very high powered platform when you couldnt really even tell when its turned on in the video....

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-06-15 15:11:26

 

It should be noted.

 On Dr Mercola's own site. Following his recommendations on how to choose of a machine to use.

You would NOT move on a powerful steel machine like he describes. But Power Plate do not sell anymore.....?

http://powerplate.mercola.com/

Solid steel construction. Avoid plastic platforms as they can and do break.

Adequate weight limit. If it can't handle your weight, it can break or strain to run at a lower intensity level.

 

 

 

An update on...

Walter Richard Christian Matthews
Walter Matthews
Waldo Matthews
Walty Matthews
 
He has been kicked out of the second studio he was involved in Perth , Australia. With a repeat performance of the last episode.

The actual legal owners of the equipment and company Vibra Nation PTY LTD ( also known as Vibra Cafe )  have been in direct contact with me, to confirm every prediction that was made, and warning given, was 100% accurate. And I articulated to them their protection of him was understandable, considering the investment made in him.
 

I would advise anyone being approached to do business with this man, contact the owners of that studio. 

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-06-15 15:00:54

 Trudi.....

Long story short so you can understand my position. Sorry you will need to read a couple of articles to really understand if you want.
 
To really understand this issuie ....

http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/consumer-guide-and-safety-program/articles-1---10/vibration-training-and-precise-joint-angles

http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/the-industry-the-theory-and-trainers-tips/articles-21---30-2/extra-force-better-training-results
 
Short version ......
 
Story why Power Plate introduced  movements and weights etc.....
 
First Vibration Training studio in the world was set up by me. In conjunction with Power Plate. Using the original full steel units that produced 3.9kn of force. The static safety program was highly successful and so was the studio.
 
In 2004 Power Plate released a plastic version of the machine. It not only had electrical and quality  issues but was lacking so much power, we could not give sessions away on it to our regular customers.  Who had worked with the steel unit for 6 months.

And doing the regular static program felt like a walk around the block.
 
Multiple engineering tests from different sources failed the machine. It did not work properly with a person standing on it, it was so weak. It lost power at 20kg on my test.
 
We parted ways..... and I continued to follow the original plan.

 

Why did they start moving, adding weights and other random stuff ......?

Quite simply it was the only way to get any results or feel any kind of real burn from the now highly under-powered machines.   
 
   
So now with that info in your head...
 
(1) Real upper end Vibration Training is still static.  Pivotal or Lineal.
 
(2) They ended up coming up with the term Acceleration Training. Which is basically the idea of doing anything you would normally do, but on a light vibration platform. To slightly accelerate the benefits  you would normally obtain.
 

Is it dangerous to move on a PP unit ...?  NO. They are too weak. That rule is for real machines only.  

 
Trudi Posted On:2017-06-13 11:13:13

Hi again

I recently noticed an article on Mercola.com about the power plate with a bunch of exercises demonstrated.  They are showing using weights and a great deal of movement whilst on the plate...it struck me as not such a good idea especially on the powerful pivotal or lineal machines but curious to hear your assessment.  I apologise, I cant copy the link here but the article is on the fitness mercola site and is called Whole Body Vibration Training Mimics Metabolic Effects of Exercise and Improves Cardiovascular Health and Fitness in the Elderly.

As always, thanks for this great forum.

 

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-06-09 19:25:33

 Cali...

Check out the answer for Connie below.  The Squat answer ... Same applies for you

 
Di Heap / VibePlus Posted On:2017-06-09 09:29:49

Hi Jude

Well, this could become a debate as the choice really comes down to which machine you prefer between these two good machines. It also depends on where you live (country) but you say you can get a Gravity Revolution 2nd hand. The CV9 is easy to buy in Australia and Canada and can be sent to New Zealand and other places (at a cost of course). Have you tried either or both machines? Please do so, if you can.

They are similarly rated but have differences. The Revolution frequency/speed can be set higher than the CV9 (except for Canadian machines which also set higher) and this is a selling point – but it really doesn’t matter, in my opinion, as it’s all about holding Perfect Position for a time period (one or two minutes usually.. just standing/circulation/warm up and some squats can be longer). High speed is not essential or important. You start off at lower speed and maybe build up to higher maybe (arm work (push-up and triceps- dip) needs to be lower speed to protect your shoulders.

The CV9 has a larger platform so it is accessible from all sides and the better looking machine with clear, simple settings and warranty. The Gravity Revolution is 2nd hand but should be a robust machine and any warranty depends on where you are buying it. My preference as it’s based purely on my use of the machines, not on their features so it is not relevant. Both companies provide good support.

Take a look at the pivotal program here, and ask again if you have any specific questions. Please tell us a little more about yourself so we can suggest better.

Program Instructions: http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/consumer-guide-and-safety-program/lineal-and-pivotal-safety-programs/pivotal-program

Program Poster: http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/uploads/pdfs/Pivotal-Safe-Strength-Poster.pdf

 
Cali Posted On:2017-06-08 09:36:22

Hello,

I love that there is this site available with such a wealth of knowledge from people who care. Thank you for that! Based on what I learned, I recently purchased a CV9 and love it.  I do have a previous knee injury so I was wondering if you have any links for modifications to squats etc. I appreciate your guidance. 

 
Jude Posted On:2017-06-07 21:07:49

Hi ya

 

 debating between purchasing a CV9 and a Gravity Revolution (2nd Hand)  would you recommend one over the other 

 

looking for weight loss and strength training 

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-06-01 19:30:46

 Connie.....

 
Yes. Moving slowly on a Pivotal for most people is fine. Because the pelvis tips and takes away a lot of the shearing force we worry about on Lineal.
 
Your squats .... I would stay at a very low speed and go into a 110 degree squat and hold until you fatigue ( just like a Lineal squat ). The reason for this is that angle places almost all of the pressure on the quads and not actually on the joints.
 
The only issue is to begin with, your lack of leg strength will make you lose form very quickly.
 
I would highly recommend you find something to support your body weight until you gain that strength. You may even want to use that method permanently to take load off your knees whilst getting all the benefits.
 

Eg....... Bottom picture.
http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/the-industry-the-theory-and-trainers-tips/articles-21---30-2/industry-failing-the-obese-disabled-and-health-professionals 

 
Connie Posted On:2017-06-01 07:12:18

Hi Lloyd  A few questions.  We have a Gravity Revolution II.

1  General excercises that have been recommended involve moving while going at 17 Hz or higher.  An example would be squats ... lowering slowly, holding 5 sec, and raising back up and repeating 4 to 10 times.  At this point my husband would be the one doing this as youll see in point 2.  From your perspective would this be okay since it is a pivotal 

2  I have bone on bone knees in the medial portion.  I walk but am very limited and if I overdo Im even more limited for several days.  How would you suggest I start  

Thanks for all you help both now and in the past

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-05-22 15:51:55

 More evidence is coming out to show Humans are NOT designed to do endurance exercise.

"Long periods of intense exercise can change the composition of your gut bacteria and lead to leaky guy syndrome."

"The research looked at soldiers taking part in an intensive training program and found that pro-longed exercise caused the protective barrier in their guts to become permeable, and could let harmful substances leak into the bloodstream."

 

 https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2017/05/170504173454.htm

 

 

 

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-05-22 15:29:04

 A few points from your response.

 
(a) When doing your squats. Face away from the machine and put your back against the center pole. It will help you not overwork your lower back.
 
(b) It will also help you keep your knees directly over your feet. Remember on a Pivotal unit, every mm counts.
 
(c) Taking it high speed on upper body is never recommended by me.
 
(d) One legged squats on Pivotal...NOT recommended by me. Tests show me initially no-one can hold them properly ( even athletes ) with rotating at the knee.
 

Try doing them facing sideways on the unit ( turning it into a Lineal vibration ) if you must do them. At least then any shearing will not be so profound.

 
Trudi Posted On:2017-05-22 14:47:05

Thanks very much for your reply.  Ive been doing slightly less in the last 5 days and the niggles have resolved, but Ill pass that info along to the husband as well, as its great information.  I will aim to focus on perfect form and see how things go from there.

At present, Im using really low speed, 5, for anything shoulder or upper body like press ups as it just feels safer.  I guess as the stability improves in the joints I may be able to increase that somewhat.  For squats, I had been using it as fast as 20 as Im usually pretty good with them, but as it was lower back and knees where I was feeling it maybe I should be using lower speeds and really focus on getting my form absolutely perfect.  The niggles I was feeling were mainly in my L knee and I am aware that leg is slightly weaker so it does make sense.  I may try some one legged squats at a really low speed to work on balancing that out as well. 

When just standing Ive been doing the P2 programme that is in the machine, though Ive backed off from doing it daily and that has helped the niggles as well.  I am really aware of how I stand, Im a long time yogi and also do Feldenkrais plus am an acupuncturist so posture is really important to me, though like anything Im sure it could always be improved and this feels like a great way to find your weak spots.

Again, thanks so much for sharing your expertise.

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-05-19 15:19:46

 Hello Trudy...

Your question covers a bit of info and separate subjects. So I will compartmentalize the subjects for you. And have a question or two to help clarify some points.
 
(1) All VT done in a true whole body workout fashion. Eg... ( click on Pivotal Program )
http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/consumer-guide-and-safety-program/lineal-and-pivotal-safety-programs
 
Will give the body an overall circulation boost, at any speed. It is actually a side effect of VT that can not be escaped.

 http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/consumer-guide-and-safety-program/articles-41---50/red-skin-itchy-nose-or-swollen-hands
 
(2)  Niggles in joints ..?  Ok you have to understand muscle will respond and get stronger by creating higher quality muscle in as little as 3 weeks. Harder tissue found in your joints can take up to 4 months to catch up, bone 12 months minimum.
 
So my guess is you have the machine on a too higher FQ which is causing some shearing action on your joints. You need to drop the speed down, work on PERFECT form for 4 months and let your supporting tissue to get stronger.
 
Then slowly increase the FQ ( which on that unit is tied to KN force. Only Pivotal unit in the world to do so )  over time.
 
Remember this is not a race, it is more a life long marathon to rebuild your body from the inside out.
 
(3) What Fqs are you using for what poses at the moment ?
 

(4) The lower speeds are for extremely controlled poses and allow for clear communication to the brain and helps develop your central nervous system. Which in turns helps with strength and muscle control.
   

(5) Workout program......taking all muscle groups to complete fatigue in each pose....Yes once every second day is enough. Sometimes a 2 days on 1 day off for 2 weeks is a booster you can do if it does not cause over tiredness or out of control hunger ( two warning signed for over-training ).
   

 
Trudi Posted On:2017-05-18 17:04:16

Hi there.  Thanks so much for this website and forum, lots of interesting information to read through.  I am a fit and well 42 year old and just purchased a Gravity Revolution, in part for exercise recovery, in part for general well being.  From what Im reading though, I can also use it to increase strength and so I had a couple of questions.

1 Can I assume that when you mean low speed you mean up to 12 hertz, medium from 12 to 20 and high from 20 to 30

2 I have noticed some distinct aches and pains since I started using it last week, mostly Im just standing on it and doing the basic 10 minute programme it has set up.  The pains are in some places I dont usually get sore, knees mostly, with twinges elsewhere.  Ive been guessing that its just working out some kinks that Ive not been aware of...could that be right

3 If Im using it for strength doing the exercises you suggest is it more an every second day kind of thing

4 Im also a health practitioner and am wondering if it has a bit of a detoxifying effect also.  Nice to know these things before recommending to patients.

As I said, I truly appreciate all the time that is put into this fantastic resource.  Many thanks.

 
Lloyd Shaw Posted On:2017-04-29 13:42:48

 Yes. Unfortunately the company went under shorty after some marketers got involved in its management.

 

Contact these guys  http://www.vibrationexercise.com/ they should  might be able to help.

 

So this is the typical response those of us trying to help people in the real world, get from academics.
 
Disregard if you are not into following our industries aim of helping millions alternative options to lead a better lifestyle. 
 
This conversation followed a story about a Dr in training who felt  "judged" because she is morbid obese. And her own Doctor has given her 10 years to live.
Note: It was an article the lady herself wrote. No medical excuse given for her condition.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=11853955


Lloyd Robert Shaw
Lloyd Robert Shaw True.....Most triathletes look like death warmed up.... But an obese physician offering advice to obese patients is the very definition of the blind leading the blind......... No amount of "feel good hugs" is going to save either of their lives........
Frankie Favero
Frankie Favero Lloyd Robert Shaw that is ridiculous! She's not a personal trainer nor a dietitian! I'd be concerned if she chained smoked and/or was an alcoholic. Being overweight is a multi factorial condition, don't simplify it.
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Lloyd Robert Shaw Frankie Favero And don't you over complicate it as apologists always do......I have been doing free work with morbidly obese people since 2004. Saving lives and saving limbs...... And I am fully aware of what it takes to get around all the issues behind it, and the issues it creates....... Making excuses is not part of any solution.
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Lloyd Robert Shaw Frankie Favero If she is too uneducated to help herself..... then how can she truly help anyone else ?
Frankie Favero
Frankie Favero Lloyd Robert Shaw wow it took you about two seconds to attack my character by calling me an "apologist" ha ha. You know darn well that people often are educated and can point out the lack of said education in others, yet not apply it to themselves. A c...See More
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Frankie Favero Lloyd Robert Shaw good on you for your work, even though your comment was unkind 😊
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Lloyd Robert Shaw Frankie Favero Sorry but if you use common apologist lingo..... It will be my assumption.
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Frankie Favero Lloyd Robert Shaw just like I'm sorry; but if you think you're apt to both diagnose and crucify people without having even met them, nor read their medical chart, then I'm going to attack your argument, not you as a person. It's called maturity, I hope you get there someday 😊
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Lloyd Robert Shaw Frankie Favero If you know the figures,, you would know in general 1 in 10,000 people have a medical condition that causes uncontrollable weight gain....in which case there is medication for it... and if they don't take it, they usually have 5 years to...See More
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Lloyd Robert Shaw Attack you as a person...... if I wanted to do that. I would ask you to prove to me how you care about people you don't know.......Show and tell......Not just keyboard warrior crap.
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Frankie Favero Lloyd Robert Shaw I will definitely agree on your last point, we have completely different concepts of what "maturity means". Also, you may have helped and worked with a certain group of people but I'm a researcher and deal with science, facts and evid...See More
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Frankie Favero Lloyd Robert Shaw here's an additonal resource for you
Mike M Posted On:2017-04-28 12:00:01

I have a question. From advice received here, several years ago I purchased a Wave Contour Plus machine, which was a nice enough machine when it was working. Unfortunately, when it was a couple years old it suddenly stopped being functional. The touch display no longer seems to work. It just gives a blank white screen, and without it, the machine is useless.

I have been unable to contact anyone at Wave as it appears theyve gone under. Am I out of luck as to getting parts to attempt a repair. Anyone know any contact info for any person who might still have some Contour Plus parts lying around. Or perhaps a schematic. Thanks for any help.

 
SH@W Science , Honesty @ Work Posted On:2017-04-09 15:51:05

 Rah

We don't name all of the approx. 500 brands of machines globally for obvious reasons. But we do offer a clear visual and physical guideline on all the different types and levels of equipment available.
 
http://www.vibration-training-advice.com/consumer-guide-and-safety-program/machine-reviews
 
As you can see from the guide, a Galileo is a High Speed Pivotal.
 

Which model were you looking at, and what is it intended for ?

 

Hey Lloyd, long story short I had honey protrusions on top of both femurs. On left side it ended up tearing my labrum so they repaired tear, ground down the bone and cut and lengthened IT band. That was last August. In December they did right side, ground down bone, repaired cartilage damage and cut and lengthened IT band. Last Thursday they did a revision of the IT band lengthening and a bursectomy. Unfortunately they may have to go back in on right side for a IT band revision and bursectomy as well. Dr thinks honey protrusions developed in late teen years, I'm 47 now, and got progressively worse with age and all the years on my feet and lifting. Been licensed almost 25 years and been dealing with the hip issues since 2014. Sorry so long but wanted to send u as much info as possible. Thx
You accepted Steve's request.
Ok.....we need to actually talk........ have notebook ready to take notes, because lots to explain ( but it will explain a lot I promise ) ........ my cell number is 021 309939 ( N.Z. ) or give me yourself and I will call you.
Hey Lloyd, getting ready to call it a day. Hopefully tomorrow better day we'll see what we can come up with.
All good.......
Hey Lloyd I was looking for the info u shared regarding a post I commented on, the one where u included info on the IT band. I had therapy today and was talking to the therapist about what u we're saying. I tried going back but couldn't find the original conversation. I was wondering if it wasn't too much trouble if u could re educate me on what u said caused the IT band issues as I would like to share it with my therapist and even mr dr. Thx much
Original post .... explanation after....It is not just the lifting etc...that wrecks morticians backs..... Standing over a table for too long, legs locked and slightly bent at the waist, creates huge amounts of tension in the ITB ( a band of fascia tissue that runs under the knee, up the side of the leg, and into the lower back )...... And by pressure we are discussing forces in excess of 450kg ..... through the combination of leverage and what they call a myotatic reflex ( when muscles create a light constant spasm you can barely feel....... Also the periformis muscle can become inflamed and shortened...... ( a muscle under your glutes ) ...... Warning signs...... Heavy lower back in the morning ( ITB ) , or something feels like it is grabbing your ass ( periformis )........ The ITB is the one that not attended to, will eventually cause a spasm so bad, it will drop you like a stone....... .... Once triggered, it will return again and again...... ....And by pain, I mean pain that no drugs the hospital can give you will not even touch........ It can also crack open a disk in your back like a chocolate with a soft center.....
Thx Lloyd! Will be seeing dr on Monday and would like to share with her as well. Interesting side note as well, they did MRI on back to check for nerve damage and found 2 bulging discs and a tear in the outer coating of another.
More info coming a a few minutes.
Ok mate. Here goes. Warning, what I am about to tell you will be a completely foreign idea to every therapists you discuss it with. But to you it will probably make perfect sense. ( I researched this heavily for my own reasons ) (1) The ITB ages like all body parts. (2) It receives huge amounts of stress and not enough of the correct stretch reflex movement it is meant to get. because as primates we simply stand upright too much. (3) Cells die off. As with all body parts. (3) Because the ITB area receives some of, if not the lowest, blood and lymphatic circulation in the body, because of how we use our bodies today. Dead cells are not removed and disposed of in a timely fashion. How do I know this .....? I have actually tracked this as part of the aging process using a shore hardness tester on hundreds of cases. ( an engineering test used to measure the hardness, softness, flexibility of all material ). I found in some cases of people with severe back issues, and multiple ops that had not fixed the issue, the fascia tissue had the same shore hardness to the femur. Also consider this...... have you ever tried to physically influence a cases spine. With all your upper bodies strength you will not even budge it. Imagine the forces it is taking to wreck your disks. (4) The ITB , which is fascia tissue, is meant to act as a fibrous like rubber band. But as the dead cells accumulate they inhibit this normal flexibility. Causing it to act more like a rod than a band. To give you an idea of what lineal and shearing forces this issue creates. For someone about 80kg it is approx 450kg. ( because of leverage of upper body weight. ) Which is why morticians have such an issue. Slightly leaning over a table for hours is literally the most dangerous position to be in , because it is not as obvious as say " using your back like a crane" to lift something......For is it is constant pressure over extended periods..... The normal fix..... ( that will not work for you ) Well for most it is creating artificial circulation and heating the tissue up via something like a foam roller. Or even keeping your legs moving. As long as the tissue remains warm via activity, an actual freeze where all the tension is directed straight in to your lower back can be avoided. OUR issue.......... We spend hours leaning over a table, then go to bed. During the rest phase the lock sets it, and by morning our ITB is non reaction, non-piezoelectric, and even something as simple as leaning over to brush out teeth, causes the leverage actions to cause our backs to spasm as a protective actions. Our fix..... The ITB needs to be physically traumatized enough to cause excess blood and lymphatic fluid to be drawn into the area. For this you will need a short steel pipe ( not wood, it needs to be heavy ) You need to hit the ITB all the way from just above the knee to just below the hip. Just before you go to bed at night, first thing in the morning, and maybe during the day at work occasionally. Hit it hard enough to hurt, and in the right spot ( you will know it when you fell it ) Do not be surprised if you bruise yourself occasionally. Note: Sleep with a HARD pillow between your knees. As that leverage action continues while you sleep if your legs cross while lying on your side. You will get some immediate relief from this process, but you are looking at about 4 months to get your ITB back to its proper elastic status. Stop the coming operation...... ? Do you have a good open minded Doctor ? Get a prescription for Lunesta ( in N.Z. it is called Zopiclone or Zimovane, Imovane) It is actually a sleeping tablet, but will work on the ITB tissue in a completely different way. Take 1 , 1 hour before you get out of bed , and 1 before you go to bed at night. This should remove the constant tension and your discs will regenerate, and you should be able to come off all pain killers during this time. Note: It is a non-benzo..... so the chances of addiction are low.
Thx so much for the info Lloyd, very interesting and yes it completely makes sense to me. My dr is a younger woman so I'm curious to see what her response will be. I shall let u know when I talk to her on Monday and I'll also share with my therapist on Tuesday.
It should go without saying, that do not strike the area they have cut your ITB ....... ( I have no idea where they have done that ) But at least they do seem to understand that is where the tension is coming from.
Vibrational force that is...... 2500 strike per minute. ........ Simply a mechanical way of what I have told you to do.
Another trigger to watch for........ internal bowel pressure..... Aka.... be regular. ..... Internal bowel pressure can cause you to carry your body in such a way as to increase that leverage issue on your ITB....... To test if this is a trigger for you........ take something that purges you ( gives you the shits ).........if after the purge you feel tension from your lower back drop away.........You have more info to work with ........... It is not uncommon to have 3 triggers that lead to the situation you are in.........
Oh and another explanation you may find interesting....... Unusual bone formation can be caused by osteoblasts being put under stress...... they are the cells that tell bone to create mass ....... we use this function to fight osteoporosis .. but in your case it is a side effect of the ITB syndrome.

 

 

 

 
rah Posted On:2017-04-09 11:31:59

Looking at a Galileo but I dont see any mention of this unit. Unless I missed something I did not see Galileo on any list

 
Lloyd Shaw Posted On:2017-04-07 14:58:11

 Debbie...

 
 Yes...CV100 is a Medium Energy Lineal.

No High Energy Lineal Units for sale on OZ.  No one builds or sells them
 

But email me, I do have some lease units over there you might be interested in.

 
DebinBrisbane Posted On:2017-04-07 12:26:02

Hi all, just to clarify that the Cardiotech CVC100 is a Medium Energy Lineal platform and there are no High Energy units available in Australia.  or are there.

 
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