Vibrotherapy supports treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
Vibrotherapy supports the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in a safe manner, helping patients regain functional abilities.
How does it work?
Vibrotherapy can be considered as a substitute for physical activity – exercise of moderate intensity. It positively affects blood and lymph circulation and neuromuscular function. In doing so, the beneficial effect of physical activity on reducing RA symptoms has been proven. In addition, vibrotherapy has an analgesic effect, including in chronic pain, often present in RA.
When and for whom?
We recommend vibrotherapy treatments to patients with rheumatoid arthritis, preferably in consultation with their doctor or physiotherapist.
Effectiveness
Three months of vibrotherapy (two fifteen-minute treatments per week) improved RA patients’ ability to function, prevented a decline in bone mineral density and lowered fatigue levels.
In Patients with Established RA, Positive Effects of a Randomised Three Month WBV Therapy Intervention on Functional Ability, Bone Mineral Density and Fatigue Are Sustained for up to Six Months Prioreschi A, Makda MA, Tikly M, McVeigh JA (2016) In Patients with Established RA, Positive Effects of a Randomised Three Month WBV Therapy Intervention on Functional Ability, Bone Mineral Density and Fatigue Are Sustained for up to Six Months. PLOS ONE 11(4): e0153470
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Benefits of vibrotherapy
No side effects
Action confirmed by scientists and practitioners
Perceptible effects from 1 treatment
Long-lasting effects through systematic use
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
RA is an autoimmune disease affecting the peripheral synovial joints/bone synovial joints. Insufficient or poor control of the inflammation taking place there results in chronic pain, joint destruction and reduced ability to carry out physical activity.
The importance of physical activity and vibration therapy in RA
Physical activity is often impaired in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), resulting in RA patients leading sedentary lifestyles. In addition, they often take medications that are known to negatively affect bone mass. Therefore, it is important in the treatment of RA to improve physical fitness and bone health, which vibration therapy, as a substitute for moderate-intensity physical activity, can significantly help with.
Vibrotherapy in the treatment of RA
Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis involves a variety of approaches, including anti-inflammatory drugs, disease-modifying drugs, immunosuppressants and physiotherapy. One modern approach to treating RA is the use of vibrotherapy. Vibrotherapy is a form of therapy that uses vibration or vibration to treat a variety of conditions. For RA, vibrotherapy can be used to relieve pain, reduce joint stiffness and improve range of motion.
Vibrotherapy and inflammation
Vibrotherapy can affect inflammation in several ways. Firstly, it improves blood circulation, which speeds up the transport of nutrients and oxygen to the inflamed areas. This can promote healing and reduce the inflammatory response. Secondly, vibration can contribute to the relaxation of tight muscles around joints, which is common in rheumatic diseases. Additionally, vibrotherapy may modulate immune responses. Although the mechanisms are still under investigation, there is evidence to suggest that vibration may influence the regulation of immune system activity, which may be important in the context of autoimmune diseases. In addition, this therapy may stimulate the production of collagen, a substance important for tissue structure and elasticity, which may promote joint regeneration and reduce inflammation-related damage. The role of vibrotherapy in pain reduction is also not insignificant. Acting as a form of analgesia, vibration blocks pain signals reaching the brain, which contributes to the relief of pain associated with RA.