Current research is underway to study the benefits of vibration in forming more bone mass and less fat, particularly in postmenopausal women and younger women with osteopenia. See:
Vibrations May Help Bone Mass, Weight
http://www.healthcentral.com/chronic-pain/news-261791-98.html
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