Curious about using vibration plates for lymphatic drainage? You aren't alone! Vibration plates and use for lymphedema, lipedema, and the lymphatic system is the most common question I get asked about. Kelly Sturm, PT, DPT, CLT-LANA, breaks down the science behind vibration plates, the latest research on lymphatic flow, and who should avoid this equipment due to specific health contraindications. ๐๐จ๐จ๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ฒ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ก๐๐ญ๐ข๐ ๐๐ซ๐๐ข๐ง๐๐ ๐ ๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ฑ๐๐ซ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐s? Check out my e-guide with directions, visual diagrams, and more in my shop: https://www.cancerrehabpt.com/shop Access my ๐๐จ๐ฐ๐๐ซ ๐๐จ๐๐ฒ ๐๐ฒ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ก๐๐๐๐ฆ๐ ๐๐ซ๐จ๐ ๐ซ๐๐ฆ here: https://bit.ly/45aFH7E Access my ๐๐ซ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ ๐๐๐ง๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ก๐๐ program here: https://bit.ly/3rrv7v6 ๐๐ซ๐จ๐๐ฎ๐๐ญ๐ฌ ๐๐ก๐๐ซ๐๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ฌ ๐๐ข๐๐๐จ: 10% off Lifepro Waver Vibration Plates: https://bit.ly/LifeproFitness (or any of their products) Disclosure: Links included in this description may be affiliate links. If you purchase a product or service with the links that I provide I may receive a small commission. There is no additional charge to you. Thank you for your support! 00:00 What are vibration plates for lymphedema and lipedema? 01:03 How whole body vibration (WBV) stimulates lymphatic flow 01:40 Research: Blood pressure, balance, and circulation benefits 02:18 Contraindications: Who should NOT use a vibration plate 03:15 How to use a vibration plate safely (Standing vs. Exercises) 03:52 Mini-squats on a vibration plate for muscle pumping 04:40 Heel and toe raises to improve lower leg drainage ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- //๐๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ ๐๐ฌ: Instagram: @cancerrehabpt https://www.instagram.com/cancerrehabpt/ Website: http://cancerrehabpt.com My Amazon Storefront: http://amazon.com/shop/cancerrehabpt Disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Research referred to: National Library of Medicine. Effects of Multidirectional Vibrations Delivered in a Horizontal Position (Andullationยฎ) on Blood Microcirculation in Laboratory Animals: A Preliminary Study. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5077302/ Lohman EB 3rd, Petrofsky JS, Maloney-Hinds C, Betts-Schwab H, Thorpe D. The effect of whole body vibration on lower extremity skin blood flow in normal subjects. Med Sci Monit. 2007;13(2):CR71-CR76. Park SY, Son WM, Kwon OS. Effects of whole body vibration training on body composition, skeletal muscle strength, and cardiovascular health. J Exerc Rehabil. 2015 Dec 31;11(6):289-95. doi: 10.12965/jer.150254. PMID: 26730378; PMCID: PMC4697776. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * Although I do monitor comments, I cannot respond to personal medical questions. Please know that these are questions for your own doctor or provider as this is general information only. Thanks! DISCLAIMER The content of this website, Instagram, YouTube, lectures, webinars, blogs, digital products, or other platforms does not replace the care of physical therapists or other healthcare professionals. This content is in no way to be construed or substituted as physical therapy or any other type of medical advice but is for general education purposes only. Donโt use this content to self-diagnose or self-treat any health, medical, or physical conditions. You agree to hold harmless indemnify Cancer Rehab PT, LLC and its owner/employees for any and all losses, injuries, or damages resulting from any and all claims that arise from your use or misuse of this content. The company cannot guarantee the outcome of educational content or recommendations on the companyโs website, social media, products, blog, or email series, and Cancer Rehab PT, LLCโs, and owner, Kelly Sturmโs comments are expressions of opinion only. Keep in mind that we may receive commissions when you click our links and make purchases. However, this does not impact our reviews and comparisons. We try our best to keep things fair and balanced, in order to help you make the best choice for yourself.