Effects of Low-Frequency Vibration on Physiological Recovery from Exhaustive Exercise

Objective : This study examined the effects of low-frequency vibration on physiological recovery from exhaustive exercise. Methods : Twelve college males were recruited in this randomized crossover-designed study, and were asked to perform one of three treatments following a graded cycling exercise test: nonvibration (0 Hz, 0 mm, CON), high-amplitude vibration (8 Hz, 8 mm, HVT), or low-amplitude vibration (8 Hz, 2 mm, LVT). After the 10-min treatment, participants were asked to rest in a supine position for a 1-h recovery. The oxygen uptake, heart rate (HR), and blood lactate concentration (La) were measured during the trials. Results : The oxygen uptake during HVT were significantly higher than those in the CON and LVT (p