Have you “Turbosonic’d” yet? Whole Body Vibration Therapy.
February 28, 2007
I’ve been using a machine called the Turbosonic for several months now, for only 10 minutes a couple times a week. The results have been quite remarkable. My muscles are much stronger. I have more energy and sleep more deeply. My digestion is better and I feel “lighter” in general.
(In case your wondering, there is no financial or other benefit for me in promoting this product.)
I’ve heard from others, either first or second hand, that they have had similar results. In addition to people experiencing what I have, I’ve been told of one woman’s depression lifting and another whose fibromyalgia symptoms vastly improved. A friend of mine lost an inch all over in less than 2 months’ time and I ran into a woman coming out of her session who states she lost her cellulite. (I must say, however, she was fairly trim and probably didn’t have a whole lot to begin with.)
These are rather remarkable changes for something that takes so little time and minimal effort. You are advised not to use the machine more than 10 minutes a day, and all you do is stand on a platform which moves up and down with various frequencies and amplitudes. There are many claims for what the machine does from increasing serotonin and growth hormone to strengthening bones. Apparently there is research substantiating some of the benefits, but so far I’ve only read about one study done in Belgium and reported in the Journal of the American Geriatric Society. The study demonstrated that whole body vibration is as efficient as standard resistance training for improving strength and speed in older women. There is a lot of enthusiasm for the benefits of the machine for the middle aged and elderly, but I know of at least one very athletic man who is very enthusiastic about the machine.
Interestingly, whole body vibration therapy reputedly was developed by the Soviets for the cosmonauts in order to help them recover from weightlessness in space. The machine I have been using was apparently developed in Korea where the technology was supposed to have been considerably improved with input from a qigong master. I haven’t done the research to verify that all this is fact. It’s enough for me that I and others are directly benefiting from using the turbosonic. I’d certainly be interested in comments from anyone who knows more!
You can read about the turbosonic at www.turbosonicusa.com and find a dealer near you. The machine is quite expensive, but in our area several people have bought them and rent out time to others for a nominal fee. There are contraindications to using the turbosonic so be sure to check on that if you have any medical conditions or concerns. I’ve also found that like anything, there is a right “dose” for everyone. Some people use it everyday. Two times a week is plenty for me and more is over-stimulating for my particular makeup.
Please add your comments if you’ve had any experiences with the Turbosonic or can share any information about it!
April 27, 2008 Update: Although it appears whole body vibration can be very beneficial, I wanted to add a note about my own experience that has made me want to caution people in using the machine. After using the machine for about 4 months (only twice a week), my ankles started to swell. I did some research and discovered that some people do get this side effect. When I stopped using the machine, the swelling went away. There is a list of conditions for which use of the Turbosonic is contraindicated, but I don’t have any of those conditions. Clearly there can be side effects that aren’t known so far. If you decide to use whole body vibration, just be alert to any unfavorable changes.
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I have been riding the TurboSonic since August about 3x per week. Amazing machine. My body is undergoing lots of positive changes– I am much more muscular, especially in the legs. My friend comment that I look five years younger.
Mark,
Thanks so much for sharing your experience. I’m not surprised about your report based on the results I’m getting!
I have been using this machine for about 3 months, 3 to 4 times a week. It has been an amazing experience. First of all, I have an under active thyroid, and it has always been a challenge for me to lose weight because I have hardly any energy. With the TurboSonic, I have lost 18 lbs, 4 inches in my waist and hips, and 2 in each thigh. I was amazed!!! And that was only after 2 1/2 months. A lot of things have changed. My creativity, my style, my outlook, I feel happier, more content with myself. Plus I actually have muscles!!!
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I work with this machine. My uncle is the San Francisco distributor. So I am very fortunate to have all around access to this awesome machine and I have seen some amazing transformation.
If you ever get a chance, you need to try this. 90 minute work out in just 10 minutes?? More energy, muscle building, lose of body fat and cellulite, oxygenating your blood, flushing out toxins in your body by activating the lymphatic system, in 10 minutes?? Yes, it sounds weird, but what do you have to lose? I promise it will change your life- in a good way of course!
Nicole
San Francisco, California
Thanks for reporting your experience, Nicole.
I continue to hear only good things about the machine! Mary
Hello, do you know doctors/gyms/clubs that offer this? I found out that it’s $13,000 for a machine.
If you are in the US, you can search for a dealer on http://www.turbosonicusa.com. Find a dealer in your area and they should be able to tell you who owns a machine near you.
I have also learned that there are many different “whole body vibration” machines. Some are a lot less expensive, but I have no idea if they are exactly the same and if the quality of construction is as good.
My husband, age 72, has been using the vibration machine for less than 6 weeks and says that it has stopped his back pain and knee pain. He is delighted that I bought it and misses it when we travel. He used the machine 10 minutes at least once a day and sometimes 2 times a day. I was told a maximum of 2 times a day for 10 minutes was optimal.
I’m glad to hear about the benefits your husband is receiving. I was told the Turbosonic should be used a maximum of 10 minutes a day, but I’ m sure there are mixed opinions on this. It may also depend on the particular type of vibration machine you use.
I’d be interested in hearing how your husband does long term with it. I started having a problem with it and have been meaning to add a note to this post about that — will do that now!