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Studies show LIV is a safe and effective treatment for bone loss in children

A number of recent trials have revealed Low Intensity Vibration (LIV) to be a safe and effective treatment for bone loss in children.

A number of recent trials have revealed Low Intensity Vibration (LIV) to be a safe and effective treatment for bone loss in children. A recent study in childhood cancer survivors 5 years from diagnosis found that whole body bone mineral density (BMD) and tibial trabecular bone increased significantly over 12 months after using a LIV device compared to a placebo device (Ness et al. 2015), the manufacturers said. The findings support another recent study in girls with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, where LIV was used for 12 months and achieved significant BMD increases in the femoral neck as well as increase

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