Massage is a staple of breast health. It stimulates circulation, promotes lymphatic drainage and enhances tissue elasticity.
Muscle soreness is a sign of a good workout, but it can also be uncomfortable and limit your mobility. LV therapy has been shown to reduce soreness and improve recovery time.
Learn how to use these tools and get TVT certified so you can help clients with myofascial pliability.
Improved Blood Circulation
Vibration therapy is a proven method of improving circulation. It is a gentle yet effective method of stimulating collagen production and increasing skin smoothness, while helping to reduce cellulite. In addition, it can help boost the release of hormones that are beneficial to the heart, such as serotonin, endorphins and dopamine. This is particularly important for those suffering from poor cardiovascular health.
Local vibration (LV) applied to muscles and tendons by handheld devices or whole-body vibration (WBV) performed on vibrating plates improves muscle strength, balance, and coordination. It also helps reduce the appearance of cellulite and increases fat burning. Local LV can also enhance blood flow, promote lymphatic drainage and stimulate a positive hormonal response. It may even prevent the onset of muscle soreness and accelerate recovery from exercise.
When using a vibration plate, the vibrations cause the body’s muscles and tendons to contract and relax rapidly, similar to that of a workout. This action creates a muscular pump effect that helps push blood through the veins back to the heart. The accelerated blood flow is essential to the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the tissues, as well as for the removal of metabolic waste products.
The heightened muscle activity also activates faster-twitch muscle fibers, which increase muscle growth and strength. It can also boost metabolism by causing the body to burn fat more efficiently, and it can activate the pituitary gland to release more growth hormone.
Whole-body vibration is a proven method of increasing muscle mass and improving bone density. It was originally developed by scientists to help astronauts maintain muscle and bone density in zero gravity, but it has since been made available for the general public. Studies have shown that regular use of WBV can improve muscle tone and reduce the appearance of sagging breast tissue, as well as firm and lift the bust for a more youthful look.
Promotes Lymphatic Drainage
The lymphatic system acts as your body’s garbage collection network, clearing the area of bacteria, metabolic waste and any other build-up that can accumulate and lead to disease. With over 500 lymph nodes located in the neck, breast and axillary area, maintaining a free flowing lymphatic system is key to healthy, strong breast tissue. The bouncing action that comes from movement helps stimulate and support the lymphatic drainage process.
Adding intentional movement to your daily routine while on the vibration plate amplifies the benefits. Inhale, expand the ribs 360 degrees and then slow exhale as you roll back + forward to activate the collarbone + underarm lymph nodes. Gentle circles help activate the inguinal lymph nodes and promote lower-body drainage. Then, the myofascial release technique “Lengthen, Oscillate, Vibrate” improves joint range of motion and increases myofascial pliability to enhance muscle flexibility and tissue health.
In addition, practicing deep diaphragmatic breathing creates pressure changes inside the body that further support lymphatic flow. This is another reason why regular exercise and movement are important. The benefits of a workout go far beyond how many calories you burn or how great you feel afterward.
If you’re thinking of incorporating a vibration plate into your wellness routine, or if you want to make sure your lymphatic drainage is working properly, consider scheduling a lymphatic massage and thermal scan with us. Our trained massage therapists can clear blockages, eliminate stagnation and support your immune function. The combination of a lymphatic massage and thermal scan will also provide you with valuable insight into your overall breast health.
Enhances Tissue Elasticity
Increasing the elasticity of breast tissue can reduce sagging and provide a more balanced, proportionate look. The vibrations also stimulate the lymphatic system, helping to flush out toxins from the body. In addition, regular use of the therapy promotes cellulite reduction, giving skin a more even and healthy appearance.
If you are an athlete, you may already incorporate vibration therapy into your workout routines to help enhance muscle strength and speed recovery. You can do this either by standing on a vibrating plate or using a device with localized vibration to target specific muscles.
Whole-body vibration (WBV) was first developed in the 1800s and has since been shown to improve muscle and bone strength, boost circulation, and increase lymphatic flow. In addition, research shows that WBV can help stimulate bone growth and prevent osteoporosis.
A common concern among older individuals is declining bone density, which can lead to weak bones and a higher risk of fractures. Vibration therapy can help slow the onset of osteoporosis by improving balance, flexibility, and overall mobility.
Localized vibration (LV) is a method of vibration that targets specific muscles and tendons with handheld devices or vibrating plates. Studies show that LV increases muscle strength and power, activates the primary muscle spindles, and improves joint position sense. Additionally, LV can increase the effectiveness of stretching by desensitizing the central nervous system and increasing muscle pliability.
Muscle soreness is a good sign because it indicates that you’ve had an effective workout. But if you find yourself experiencing soreness for a longer period of time or are unable to exercise as often as you’d like due to the pain, it’s a sign that your muscles need some extra care. Massage with a vibration tool or incorporate the Lengthen, Oscillate, Vibrate exercise recovery technique to reduce muscle soreness and accelerate muscle recovery.
If you’re an aging adult, osteoporosis can be extremely challenging to live with. You may feel fragile and worry about the potential havoc that a fall could wreak or experience daily aches and pains. With the right lifestyle habits and treatment, however, you can turn back the clock on aging bones and prevent osteoporosis.
Firming and Lifting
As we age, we tend to lose elasticity in the breast tissue, and this leads to sagging. Fortunately, we can tighten this skin with vibration.
The vibrations from a vibrating device stimulate fibroblast production, which causes collagen and elastin to form. This increases firmness and suppleness. It also reduces stretch marks. In addition, it can help reduce the appearance of nipple retraction. Regular use can also enhance breast shape and a more balanced, proportionate look.
Vibration therapy desensitizes the central nervous system, which allows you to get more out of a normal exercise routine. It also improves the effectiveness of stretching exercises by enhancing the body’s ability to move the muscle fibers in the area and allowing for more flexibility. It helps you avoid the pain of soreness and speeds up muscle recovery.
Muscle soreness is a sign that muscles are working, but it can be uncomfortable and prevent you from exercising later in the week. It’s also a sign that your body is trying to heal those damaged muscle fibers. To do that, it needs fresh oxygen-rich blood to get to the muscle. Vibration plates increase muscle blood flow, which speeds up the muscle recovery process and decreases the pain associated with soreness.
If you’re experiencing breast vibration, it’s important to remember that it’s unlikely a symptom of breast cancer, but it’s always best to speak with your healthcare provider. They’ll likely recommend that you continue with your treatment and monitoring. If the breast vibration is caused by inflammatory changes, they may recommend anti-inflammatory treatments or anti-nausea medications.