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Eliane De Oliveira Guedes De Aguiar1,2,3, Eloa Moreira Marconi2,4, Bruno Bessa Monteiro-Oliveira2,3,4
1Postgraduate Program in Medical Sciences, State University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Iranian Journal of Public Health
|May 1, 2023
Summary
Whole-body vibration exercise (WBVE) improves physical function in postmenopausal women. This non-pharmacological approach aids in managing bone density loss and conditions like osteoporosis and sarcopenia.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Exercise Physiology
- Women's Health
Background:
- Menopause is a natural aging phase characterized by decreased estrogen, leading to functional decline.
- Physical exercise offers a promising avenue to enhance the well-being of postmenopausal women.
- This review specifically investigates the impact of whole-body vibration exercise (WBVE) on postmenopausal women's functionality.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review the effects of whole-body vibration exercise (WBVE) on the physical functionality of postmenopausal women.
- To assess the efficacy of WBVE as a non-pharmacological intervention for postmenopausal health.
Main Methods:
- A systematic review adhering to PRISMA guidelines was conducted.
- Searches included major databases (Embase, PubMed, Scopus, etc.) for English-language studies prior to September 16, 2021.
- Eight relevant articles were selected for analysis.
Main Results:
- Selected studies exhibited moderate methodological quality with varying risk of bias.
- The level of evidence for the included studies was rated as II.
- Significant improvements were observed in muscle strength, jumping ability, balance, and trunk flexion in postmenopausal women utilizing WBVE.
Conclusions:
- Whole-body vibration exercise (WBVE) effectively enhances the physical functionality of postmenopausal women.
- WBVE is a recommended non-pharmacological strategy for managing postmenopausal decline, including bone density loss and sarcopenia.
- Further research is warranted to substantiate these positive findings and optimize WBVE protocols.
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