Title of Submission
The Biomechanical Effects of Whole-Body Vibration Therapy Compared to Traditional Exercise for Osteoporosis Adults
Degree Program
Biophysical Studies, MS
Major Advisor Name
Tyler Brown
Type of Submission
Scholarly Poster
Abstract
Osteoporosis is a chronic progressive disease, in which bone loss is the leading cause for men and women. Previous literature has shown that one of the safest physical activity forms is Whole-body vibration therapy (WBV) training which helps increase muscle mass and bone density. The purpose of this study is to determine if WBV is a more efficient form of exercise for adults with osteoporosis compared to traditional exercise interventions. This study will have 3 groups: Group 1 will be completing the Too Fit to Fracture exercise program. Group 3 will be the controlled group that does not complete anything.