EVERY BODY DESERVES THE BEST
For clients recovering from stroke, falls, cardiac issues and other serious setbacks, Galileo whole body vibration (WBV) therapy is nothing short of revolutionary. Big Bear Physical Therapy clients are experiencing gains in muscle strength, postural control, balance and functional recovery for the activities of daily living
Galileo therapy provides high repetition, voluntary and automatic side-alternating mechano-stimulation throughout the muscle chain in a short time. The result? Clients with neuromuscular limitations are achieving their recovery goals more quickly and with less injury risk than through standard therapies.
State of the Art Vibration Therapy
Galileo Therapy Training (vibration therapy) is a type of neuro-muscular re-education, a treatment technique or exercise performed by an individual with the purpose of improving, via the nervous system, the level of communication between the body and the brain.
Because side-alternating vibration training and vibration therapy exercises rely on the involuntary stretch reflex, there is a significant amount of communication occurring between the brain and the contracting muscles with each individual exercise. The goal is to “jump start” the muscle contraction through the intense high-repetition rate called frequency, thereby enhancing the patient’s ability to efficiently recruit the muscle fibers, coordinate movement being performed by the joint and muscle tissue.
Vibration therapy is used to help increase bone density, reduce spasms and build muscle tone in people who have suffered spinal cord injuries, as well as individuals who have had strokes. Side-alternating vibration treatment optimizes “motor relearning” under the principle of repetition; it’s easy to use, promotes early rehabilitation and provides efficient therapy in a short period of time.
The principle of Galileo Training is based on the natural movement of human gait. Galileo’s side-alternating motion is similar to a seesaw movement with variable amplitude and frequency, and therefore stimulates a movement pattern similar to human gait. The rapid movement of the training platform causes a tilting movement of the pelvis, just like when walking, but much more frequently. To compensate, the body responds with rhythmic muscle contractions, alternating between the left and right side of the body. A training session of three minutes at 25 hertz therefore causes the same number of muscle contractions as walking a distance of 4,500 steps.
It’s not meant to be a total training method, but as an adjunct it can be extremely beneficial. Galileo-Training puts minimum stress on the cardiovascular system, helps to increase blood circulation and metabolism. It also offers pelvic floor training, improved flexibility and range of motion, relief from back pain and improved balance and coordination.
Big Bear Physical Therapy is proud to offer the Galileo S25 and the Mano at our clinic as part of our comprehensive approach to care.
What is Galileo Whole Body Vibration?
A highly beneficial and effective rehabilitation & training technique using the GALILEO Whole Body Vibration Machine, to achieve an enormous range of health and fitness benefits, from increased strength to improved bone density.
Big Bear Physical Therapy may suggest using WBV as part of your rehabilitation management.
What is the difference between Galileo® and other WBV machines?
Unlike other training platforms with a vertical (up and down) movement, the tilting movement of Galileo Training simulates human gait in a physiological way.
Only by this side-alternating movement during Galileo Training is the spine stimulated by a slight lateral tilt of the pelvis. On training platforms with a vertical movement, however, the spine is continually compressed.
Because Galileo Training produces similar stimulus patterns used when walking, in addition to the basic muscle functions itself, the interaction between different muscle groups and their coordination, is developed perfectly resulting in an increase in muscle power. In the elderly especially, muscle power is the relevant factor in preventing falls that can cause hip and femoral fractures. Due to its low burden on the cardiovascular system Galileo Training is ideal for the elderly.
During Galileo Training the entire chain of muscles in the leg, and all the way up to the trunk, are targeted. Specific training on individual muscle groups can be achieved by simply altering body posture and tension.
The Therapeutic Benefits and Usage of Galileo:
Build muscles and promote functional skills
Reduce spasticity and carryover
Increase stretching and flexibility for function
Improve balance and coordination
Builds core strength and control
Increase alignment and greater body awareness in space
Enhance strong cognitive brain development and synapses through massive neuromuscular activity and movement cycles
Process and integrate spinal cord learning
Increase respiratory function and endurance
Activate speech production and oral motor control
Improve attention and sensory regulation for maximal participation
Increase blood flow and stimulate metabolism
Experience the Galileo Therapy Difference
At Big Bear Physical Therapy, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive, customized care, and are proud to have the Galileo S25 and the Mano at our clinic as part of our comprehensive approach to care. Galileo-Training puts minimum stress on the cardiovascular system, helps to increase blood circulation and metabolism. It also offers improved flexibility and range of motion, relief from back pain and improved balance and coordination.
