The efficacy and safety of whole-body electromyostimulation applied to human body
Introduction To avoid the side effects related to the WB-EMS, guidelines for efficacy and safety were established, which included control of electrical power, consideration of the subject’s health and training of trainers (Kemmler et al., 2016b). Method The subjects conducted a previous survey where several subjects were disqualified. The subjects were randomly divided into two groups: […]
Improvements in cardio-metabolic risk through the use of WB-EMS and protein supplements in elderly people with sarcobesity
Introduction The objective of this study was to determine the effect of supplementation with isolated whey protein and a combined protocol of WB-EMS and whey protein, taking into account sarcopenic obesity and cardiometabolic appearance in men 70 years of age or older with sarcopenic obesity. Method A randomized controlled trial was conducted with 100 randomly […]
WB-EMS and protein supplementation favorably affect sarcopenic obesity in community-dwelling older men at risk
Introduction Whole body electrostimulation (WB-EMS) may be a good option for older subjects at risk of sarcopenia or sarcopenic obesity. In addition to exercise, protein supplementation can favorably address sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity in older people. 14,15 The objective of this study was to determine the effect of a combination of WB-EMS and protein (whey) […]