Wondering about this fitness machine for my mom?

I think you'll probably find that the machine's packaging and instruction manuals are plastered with warnings to seek medical approval before using it. When is this NOT a sensible precaution before introducing a 90 year old to new equipment or treatment?

Those machines can be very beneficial for elders because they help build muscle tone. They are commonly used for osteoporosis patients, my hubbys physical therapist uses them but they have a big fancy machine. My moms doctor recommended she use one because of her osteoporosis but she didn’t take the advice. They are definitely not a waste of money. I have considered buying one myself, particularly the bluefin fitness whole body vibration machine, not sure if that is even what you have in mind. I like it because is has rails to hold on to.

I would never try this without passing it past her doc. Vibration is not always a good thing, esp in the elderly. I might stop and ask at a physical therapy office as well. I honestly think this could be a real waste of money, and indeed perhaps harmful.

I have one; had it for years. Bought one for my folks, too. Mom refused to stand on it b/c it might help her and then she'd have nothing to complain about! Dad liked it a lot, though. He had neuropathy and felt it helped his leg muscles.

I will warn you.........the vibrations are VERY violent! Depending on the model you get, you can tone it down to a lower level, otherwise your teeth will chatter and you feel like urinating every few minutes..........LOL.

I've had positive experience with the machine myself, so I do recommend it. A new study published by the Endocrine Society, found that whole body vibration actually mimics the muscle and bone health benefits of regular exercise. Therefore, using something like a vibrating plate is as good as a cardio session.

Good luck!