Brands and influencers claim vibration plates promote lymphatic drainage, help with weight loss, improve muscle tone and strength, and reduce bloating. Here’s what to know:Simply standing on a vibration plate isn’t going to do much of anything for your health. According to Welch, most vibration plate studies have been conducted when the plates were used as an exercise accompaniment, such as when someone does push-ups or squats on a vibration plate. When standing on a vibration plate, your muscles do activate and contract to keep you from falling over, Chatman said. Exercising on a vibration plate is fine, but research doesn’t show it’s any more effective than exercising without one.
