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Efficacy of whole-body vibration training on brain-derived neurotrophic factor, clinical and functional outcomes, and quality of life in women with fibromyalgia syndrome: a randomized controlled trial
Whole-body vibration (WBV) is an exercise modality or treatment/prophylaxis method in
which subjects (humans, animals, or cells) are exposed to mechanical vibrations through a vibrating
platform or device. The vibrations are defined by their direction, frequency, magnitude, duration, and
Biology 2021, 10, 965. https://doi.org/10.3390/biology10100965 https://www.mdpi.com/journal/biology
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the number of daily bouts. Subjects can be exposed while performing exercises, hold postures, sitting,
or lying down. Worldwide, WBV has attracted significant attention, and the number of studies is
rising. To interpret, compare, and aggregate studies, the correct, complete, and consistent reporting
of WBV-specific data (WBV parameters) is critical. Specific reporting guidelines aid in accomplishing
this goal. There was a need to expand existing guidelines because of continuous developments
in the field of WBV research, including but not limited to new outcome measures regarding brain
function and cognition, modified designs WBV platforms and attachments (e.g., mounting a chair
on a platform), and comparisons of animal and cell culture studies with human studies. Based
on Delphi studies among experts and using EQUATOR recommendations, we have developed
extended reporting guidelines with checklists for human and animal/cell culture research, including
information on devices, vibrations, administration, general protocol, and subjects. In addition, we
provide explanations and examples of how to report. These new reporting guidelines are specific to
WBV variables and do not target research designs in general. Researchers are encouraged to use the
new WBV guidelines in addition to general design-specific guideline