Risks & Hazards of Vibration Plates

The risks associated with using vibration plates have not been thoroughly studied or well-documented. Clinical trial based scientific studies support that proper use of vibration plate does not pose a health hazard. However, we would recommend adopting a cautious and risk-averse approach.

1.Who Should Not Use a Vibration Plate?

As vibration intervenes our body systems physically and physiologically in a way that we don't usually experience, for a general precaution, vibration plate may not be suitable for individuals with certain medical conditions, including but not limited to:

• Pregnancy
• Recent surgery
• Knee replacement
• Hip replacement
• Pacemaker
• Heart disease
• Epilepsy
• Seizures
• Migraines
• Kidney stones
• bladder stone
• Motion sickness
• Acute arthritis
• Orthopedic injuries
• Retinal detachment

The risks also depend on the type of vibration plate, its movement pattern and parameters, as well as the exercise poses performed.

Consulting a medical professional is advisable for any concerns.

2.Negative Experiences

Nausea and Dizziness

Nausea and dizziness are the most commonly reported negative effects associated with using a vibration plate, particularly linear vibration plates, which can transmit vibrations to the upper body and head.

Nausea often occurs when vibrations disturb the stomach, and dizziness results from a natural reflex triggered by disruptions to sensory input, such as abnormal vibrations affecting hearing and vision.

Bending the knees and performing calf raises can help prevent vibrations from transmitting to the upper body, and avoid nausea and dizziness. Starting with low intensity and short exercise time allows most individuals to gradually build up their tolerance to vibration.

Vision Blur

Some users reports experiencing vision blur while using a vibration plate, but the blurriness usually resolves as soon as the vibration is stopped.

Knee Pain

On the other hand, using a properly designed vibration plate correctly can help alleviate knee pain, improve knee functionality, and strengthen the surrounding muscles.

3.Wrong Equipment & Improper Use

Choosing wrong equipment and improper use of vibration plates can pose risks.

Be cautious, as some vibration plate models are poorly designed and may harm users rather than promote health improvement. We strongly discourage using 3D or 4D vibration plates.

3D/4D vibration plates were so created that manufacturers could make up a marketing hype around their complex movements. However, there is no scientific support or logic to suggest that these complex movements are more beneficial for health than simple vertical movements..

On the contrary, the lateral movements featured in 3D/4D vibration plates can place improper stress on the knee joints, potentially leading to knee injuries.

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4. Hazardous Aspects

No Specific Standard

[NIOSH] The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health published advisory information on profession related vibration exposure, which is for prolonged continuous use of vibrational equipment and machineries.

[ISO] The International Organization for Standardization also established standards to evaluate human exposure to whole-body vibration. These standards are primarily designed for occupational settings to protect workers from prolonged exposure to vibrations that could lead to health issues.

These standards offer some references for assessing the risks associated with using vibration plates, but they not specifically tailored to vibration plates and their applications.

As attested by millions of users over the years, using a whole-body vibration plate for 20 minutes a day is considered safe.

Clinical trial based scientific studies support that proper use of vibration plate does not pose a health hazard.

Just like it can positively influence your body, vibration intervention can also have adverse impact if used improperly or under inappropriate conditions.

EMF Exposure

Like all other household electric appliances, vibration plate generates electromagnetic fields (EMF).

The type of EMF generated by a vibration plate is called extremely low frequency EMF, in comparison with radio frequency EMF generated by microwave oven or cell phone.

Noise Level

Vibration plates generally produce minimal noise when operating below 20Hz. Pivotal oscillation plates are particularly quiet, as they typically vibrate at frequencies under 15Hz.

Linear vibration plates, however, tend to generate more noise compared to pivotal vibration plates, especially when operating above 30Hz.

Excessive mechanical noise often indicates a low-quality vibration machine, while harsh noise may suggest a malfunction.

In terms of loudness and annoyance, the human ear perceives the same dBA level differently depending on the sound frequency. For instance, 50 dBA at 30Hz sounds significantly louder than 50 dBA at 20Hz.

The VT007 stands out as an exceptionally quiet linear vibration plate, even at high frequencies. It not only achieves lower dBA levels but also effectively eliminates irritating high-frequency mechanical noise.