The Effects of Whole-Body Vibration on Health

Abstract

For most common prolonged occupational exposures to whole-body vibration there appears to be little or no direct risk to health. However, it is possible that exposure could be annoying or painful and this could lead to functional alterations such as muscular weakness, high blood pressure, fatigue, or decreased nerve condition velocity. Exposure may also act to exacerbate existing disease states. Specific research guidelines are offered.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1979
Accession Number
ADA068478

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