Effects of WB-EMS on non-specific back pain
Low back pain (LBP) is one of the leading orthopaedic diseases worldwide and affects almost everyone at least once in a lifetime [2,3]. In approximately 80% of cases, the cause of low back pain is not known and is declared nonspecific [4]. Physical exercise can be a good alternative to treat such ailment. This study […]
Improvements in cardio-metabolic risk through the use of WB-EMS and protein supplements in elderly people with sarcobesity
Introduction The objective of this study was to determine the effect of supplementation with isolated whey protein and a combined protocol of WB-EMS and whey protein, taking into account sarcopenic obesity and cardiometabolic appearance in men 70 years of age or older with sarcopenic obesity. Method A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 100 randomly […]
WB-EMS and protein supplementation favorably affect sarcopenic obesity in community-dwelling older men at risk
Introduction Whole body electrostimulation (WB-EMS) may be a good option for older subjects at risk of sarcopenia or sarcopenic obesity. In addition to exercise, protein supplementation can favorably address sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity in older people. 14,15 The objective of this study was to determine the effect of a combination of WB-EMS and protein (whey) […]
WB-EMS with nutritional intervention improve body composition in cancer patients
Introduction The novel method of training the whole body electrostimulation (WB-EMS) provides a time-saving option. The effectiveness of WB-EMS in increasing muscle strength and mass in athletes. (Filipovic A, et. Al., 2012), was also demonstrated in the elderly, sedentary people and patients with chronic heart failure. (Filipovic A, et. Al., 2012), but studies with cancer […]
Effects of WB-EMS on undulating training periodization in runners
Introduction WB-EMS improves muscle strength in elite soccer players (Filipovic et al., 2016), in postmenopausal women (Kemmler et al., 2010) and in healthy middle-aged men without training (Kemmler et al., 2016). Method Fifteen healthy male recreational runners were recruited, who had been running 2-3 times a week and had no previous experience with WB-EMS. Three […]
WB-EMS improves performance factors in recreational runners
Long distance running training depends on the interaction of physiological, biomechanical and psychological factors (Basett and Howley, 2000). Therefore, strength training has become an effective strategy to improve aerobic performance. (Mujika. 2017; Berryman et al. 2018). Full body electrostimulation (WB-EMS) improves body composition in women over 60 with obesity who have suffered loss of muscle […]