Research Study

Looking for Participants

BStrong4Life™ Research Study

Approved by Edward Hospital IRB:

To study the effectiveness of the  BStrong4Life™ System to improve bone mineral density

STUDY ABSTRACT
The purpose of this 6-month pilot study is to determine the effectiveness of improving bone mineral density (BMD) using the BStrong4Life™ System. Preliminary studies using this system have shown favorable results. BStrong4Life™ uses a proprietary method that incorporates two different non-invasive technologies; 1) bioDensity™ and 2) Power Plate®.

bioDensity™ is a biomechanically efficient system that improves strength and bone mineral density (BMD) through maximum intensity, short duration neuro-musculoskeletal stimulation (NMS). The user creates a maximum isometric load. This differs from traditional exercise that affects primarily the sarcoplasm. This system targets primarily myofibril development and safe articulo-skeletal loading. The equipment precisely measures, tabulates and records user force output 30x sec. via patented load cell/software interface throughout each session. All physical efforts are recorded, and compared and contrasted over time. Each user receives a Performance Report at the conclusion of each training session.

Power Plate® technology is classified as whole body vibration (WBV). The body responds to the vibration by creating a reflex contraction. This reflex stimulates the nervous system and muscle tissue to contract rapidly. BStrong4Life™ has created proprietary warm-up procedures to prepare the user for each bioDensity session to optimize performance.

The research hypothesis is that subjects who use BStrong4Life™ for six months will have statistically significantly improved bone density and posture prints compared to the control group.

Looking for Research Study Participants

BStrong4Life, Woodridge, IL

We are currently seeking participants for a 6-month long research project studying the effectiveness of the BStrong4Life™ System on improving Bone Mineral Density (BMD). Participants must be willing to commit to a 6 month, once a week program that will simulate maximum load on the skeletal system. According to the Surgeon General, maximum load is the best way to build bone density. Sessions last about 15 minutes and are available at a variety of times to suit your schedule. If you have been diagnosed with osteopenia and are looking for a drug free alternative to possible increase bone density please call us for more information.

CANDIDATE CRITERIA
Gender: Male/Female
Age Range: 40 to 65 years old
Current Dexa Scan: Edward Hospital Facility
Osteopenia
Range: -1.0 to – 2.4 (hip, femoral neck or lumbar spine)
Bone Density Medication: None
Time Frame: 6 months
Frequency: Once a week
Duration: 15 minutes
Conditioning Level: Fitness Level is not relevant but candidate must be in reasonable good health.

Research Study Location:
BStrong4Life™ Corporate Headquarters
3590 Hobson Road, Suite 301
Woodridge, IL 60517
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Contact:
630-778-9000
drperry@bstrong4life.com

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