Short Communication - International Research Journal of Biochemistry and Bioinformatics ( 2020) Volume 10, Issue 5
Effects of Vibration Training on Lower Extremity Strength: A Systematic Literature Review
R. Kirby Baloy*
University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences, United States
*Corresponding Author:
R. Kirby Baloy, University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences,
United States,
Published:
23-Nov-2020
Abstract
Background Strength training of the lower extremity has been
shown to improve overall leg musculature strength. The
combination of vibration training (VT) and strength training
(ST) has been increasing in popularity among various
populations. Evidence, however, is scant on how this combined
training regimen influences lower extremity muscle strength.
Data Sources Systematic literature searches for randomized
controlled trials between 2000-2020 were performed in the
databases of PubMed, PEDro Database, Ovid, Cochrane
Library, EBSCO (Medline) between April 30 to July 26, 2020.
Study Selection and Data Extraction Nineteen randomized
controlled trials (full text available, PEDro score > 6, and
conducted in the past 10 years) with a total of 987 subjects met
methodological quality guidelines using the PEDro scale.
Results A total of forty (40) articles were screened, and
nineteen (19) studies with a total population of n = 987 were
included in the systematic review. With heterogeneity in
modality and vibration intensity/frequency including dosing
and prescriptions, no meta-analysis was conducted. There were
no significant differences found between VT + ST vs ST in
eleven (11) of the randomized controlled trials (n= 678). There
were statistically significant improvements reported in terms of
improved strength outcomes in VT + ST vs ST in eight (8) of
the randomized controlled trials (n= 309). Our results revealed
that during lower leg musculature training, the addition of
vibration training (VT) does not significantly elicit
improvements in lower extremity muscular strength in majority
of the studies. Conclusion and Recommendations The studies
presented limited evidence for recommending the use of VT as
an adjunct to strength training in improving lower extremity
musculature strength. The use of Vibration Training (VT) does
not significantly affect strength and performance gains when
compared to traditional strengthening exercises for the lower
extremities. Higher quality methodological studies are
recommended in the field of vibration training. Higher quality
methodological studies are recommended in the field of
vibration training. Keywords: “Strength”, “muscle
performance”, and “vibration training”.
Biography
R. Kirby Baloy completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, Minnesota and his Education Specialist Degree from Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas. He is also a recent graduate of the Therapeutic Pain Specialist Certification Course from the Evidence in Motion Institute of Health Professions. He is currently a Defense and Strategic Studies graduate student at Missouri State University. Erwina Kwan completed her Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of San Francisco. She is currently a Doctor of Physical Therapy student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.
Abstract Citation:
R. Kirby Baloy, Effects of Vibration Training on Lower Extremity Strength: A Systematic Literature Review
Biography
R. Kirby Baloy completed his Doctor of Physical Therapy from the College of Saint Scholastica Duluth, Minnesota and his Education Specialist Degree from Fort Hays State University in Hays, Kansas. He is also a recent graduate of the Therapeutic Pain Specialist Certification Course from the Evidence in Motion Institute of Health Professions. He is currently a Defense and Strategic Studies graduate student at Missouri State University. Erwina Kwan completed her Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sports Science from the University of San Francisco. She is currently a Doctor of Physical Therapy student at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences.
Abstract Citation:
R. Kirby Baloy, Effects of Vibration Training on Lower Extremity Strength: A Systematic Literature Review
