Frequently Asked Questions
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What makes LIV Therapy different from whole body vibration therapy?
LIV Therapy is a safe and effective form of
low intensity vibration, not to be confused with high intensity Whole
Body Vibration Training. Certainly there are many shared benefits
between the technologies, but the way they generate these benefits are
very different. Low Intensity Vibration Therapy is considered a more
gentle, subtle vibration which particularly accommodates people with
limitations due to age, incapacity and excessive weight.
Why the LifeBack vibrations do not have to be strong to do their job...
Simple. The human body is very hyper-sensitive to vibration, so it does not take much to wake it up. Think about lying in bed when a train goes through your town a few miles away. You can actually feel it. Of course not much vibration is actually making its way to your body. It has to go through the ground, your house, and your mattress to get to you. But you still feel it enough to wake you up.
The LifeBack is based on the same principles. Small vibration, big response. And it is not just our opinion. The designer of the LifeBack had access to the original specifications done by Russia and the vibration machine tests used during the space program in the 60s. Those tests were so successful they are the same settings used at present on the International Space Station.
Can I use the LifeBack every day...
Yes you can, because unlike bigger more powerful workout machines (that we recommended to only use approx 10 mins once every second day), the LifeBack is designed for everyday use. The gentle vibrations are designed to get around ALL usual restrictions of standard Vibration Training, and can be used multiple times a day (to a maximum of 30 mins/day).
There are no known contraindications. So anybody, at any stage of their life, good health or bad health, can use the LifeBack machine.
How often should I use LifeBack?
Ideally, begin gradually and work up to a session that lasts between 10 and 30 minutes per day.
Can I exercise while standing on LifeBack?
Sure you can. Dumbells are a great way to work your upper body while comfortably maintaining your foot position.
Should LifeBack replace exercise, medication or other supplements?
As with any therapy, you should discuss this with your
physician and investigate how it can be integrated into your life, to
balance with all your health and medical needs.
Is it easy to use?
Certainly is. The frequency has already been set to
the optimum level – it takes just 3 quick steps and you're away. Plus,
it's light weight and so compact, it goes where you go. For muscle and
bone health, we recommend standing in an upright relaxed stance with
equal weight on both feet (without footwear).
What does Low Intensity Vibration feel like?
It's a gentle and subtle sensation – ultimately relaxing.
Is it safe?
Low Intensity Vibration is clinically proven and set
within safe limits so anyone can use this technology. There are no known
contraindications or side effects to LIV.
Is it noisy?
No, in fact it's whisper quiet. All you hear is a gentle hum.
Do I need to ask my doctor about LIV before I start to use the device?
As with any therapy, it's important to consult your doctor first.
There are no known contraindications. So anybody, at any stage of their life, good health or bad health, can use the LifeBack machine.
WorldWide Research
This is not a new technology. In fact, the research spans over 25 years. Over the past several decades significant government funding has been injected into the development of Low Intensity Vibration. The result... to produce a safe, drug free alternative for building bone and connective tissues, improving postural stability, and accelerating the recovery of bone and connective tissues from injury or disease. The technology shows such promise for further applications that research continues even today by world renowned scientists and physicians.
Here is a selection of scientific papers relating to this impressive technology.
| Year | Author | Title | Publication |
| 2006 | Fengyuan Zhuang and Jingwen He | Aging and Space Flight | International Symposium on Vibration Therapy (2006) 20 Shatin, Hong Kong |
| 2006 | Ling Qin | Biomechanics and Biological Responses of Bone during Mechanical Loading | International Symposium on Vibration Therapy (2006) 32 Shatin, Hong Kong |
| 2006 | William Walsh | Effect of Dynamic Motion Therapy on Bone Defect Healing with Bone Graft Substitutes | International Symposium on Vibration Therapy (2006) 35 Shatin, Hong Kong |
| 2006 | KS Leung | Effect of Whole Body Vibration on the BMD and Balancing Ability in Postmenopausal Women | International Symposium on Vibration Therapy (2006) 15 Shatin, Hong Kong |
| 2006 | Allen Goodship | The Mechanobiology of Bone Repair and Implications for Vibration Therapy in Fracture Management | International Symposium on Vibration Therapy (2006) 31 Shatin, Hong Kong |
| 2006 | Peter Augat | The Role of Biomechanical Signals in Bone Repair | International Symposium on Vibration Therapy (2006) 25 Shatin, Hong Kong |
| 2006 | Philip Procter | Tissue Stimulation and Disruptive Technologies - An Orthopaedic Industry Perspective | International Symposium on Vibration Therapy (2006) 34 Shatin, Hong Kong |
| 2005 | Madhaven, G., Stewart, J.M., McLeod, K.J. | Effect of Plantar Micromechanical Stimulation on Cardiovascular Responses to Immobility | Am J Phys. Med. Rehabil., 2005, Vol.84, No. 5, 338-345 |
| 2005 | Jordan,J. | Good Vibrations and Strong Bones? (Editorial) | Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol, 288:555-556, 2005 |
| 2005 | Stewart, J.M., Karman, C., Montgomery, L.D., McLeod, K.J. | Plantar Vibration Improves Leg Fluid Flow in Perimenopausal Women | Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol, 288:623-629, 2005 |
| 2004 | McLeod, K.J., Stewart, J.M. | Lymphatic Flow and Bone Mineral Density | Presented at ASBMR, 2004 |
| 2004 | McLeod, K.J., Spathis, R. | Vascular Pressure in the Lower Limbs and Bone Mineral Density | Submitted to the American Society for Bone and Mineral Research, 2004 |
| 2003 | McLeod, K.J., Lee, D., Davenport, D. | Bone Mineral Density and Orthostatic Intolerance in the Perimenopausal Population | Poster Presentation, 1st Joint Meeting of the International Bone and Mineral Society (IBMS) and The Japanese Society for Bone and Mineral Research (JSBMR), June, 2003, Osaka, Japan |
| 2002 | McLeod, K.J. | Effects of Low Level Vibration on Muscle Activity and Blood Flow | Presented at: 3rd Meeting of the Micromechanical Tissue Repair Society (MTR), San Diego, 2002 |
| 2002 | Madhavan, G., Villanueva Jr., A., McLeod, K.J. | Frequency Dependent Response of the Cardio-Vascular System to Foot Based Vibration while in the Seated Position | Presented at the Biomedical Engineering Society Annual Meeting, 2002 |
