THE USE OF VIBRATION EXERCISE IN CLINICAL POPULATIONS
Authors:
- Rita TomásRTRita Tomás
- Vinson LeeVLVinson Lee
- Scott GoingSGScott Going
- 1 November 2011
- journal article
- Published by Wolters Kluwer Health in ACSM'S Health & Fitness Journal
- Vol. 15 (6) , 25-31
Abstract
LEARNING OBJECTIVES • Describe whole body vibration exercise. • Understand the rationale for the use of vibration exercise. • Understand current evidence in support of vibration exercise in clinical populations. • Understand the basic guidelines for prescription of vibration exercise.Keywords
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