Vibration plates are the latest workout trend — but do they really work?

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The latest viral fitness trend is literally buzzy. Vibration plates are all over TikTok, with devotees saying they help tone and strengthen muscles. Never heard of them? “A vibration plate, also known as a power plate, is a machine that vibrates when you stand on it,” says John Gallucci Jr., a doctor of physical therapy and CEO of JAG Physical Therapy. “This forces your muscles to constantly contract and relax.”

Unlike sneakers, stationary bikes or ankle weights, vibration plates seem a bit more complicated to use. And do they even work? To answer these questions and more, I spoke with physical therapists — here’s what they had to say.

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With so many ridiculous wellness fads out there, I was skeptical when I first started seeing videos of people standing on these vibrating devices pop up in my feed. So, the first question I asked the experts I spoke with was whether they actually have any benefits. The answer: They may. There…

Original source: https://www.nbcnews.com/health