Comparison
Vibration plate or sinusoidal oscillation platform?
Anyone looking for a professional vibration plate for physiotherapy, a clinic or a gym will find machines that look alike but work in very different ways. SiWAVE is not a vertical vibration plate: it is an alternating sinusoidal oscillation platform, developed and manufactured in Germany.
| Feature | Vertical vibration plate | SiWAVE (alternating sinusoidal oscillation) |
|---|---|---|
| Movement | The whole plate moves up and down and displaces the entire body. | Two independent halves alternate, one goes up while the other goes down, as in walking. |
| Wave | Varies by model. | Exact sine wave: accelerates and decelerates smoothly, without impact. |
| Intensity | To increase it, you usually have to spread your legs. | Changes with the position of the feet (zero point to Max), without changing the stance. |
| Parameters | Varies by model. | 5 to 28 Hz in 1 Hz steps; amplitude up to ±4.75 mm, independent of body weight. |
| Positions | Usually standing. | Standing, seated, supported or lying down; optional support bars. |
| Programs | Control of time and speed. | Tablet with app, guided exercises and ready-made programs. |
| Category | From home devices to gym equipment. | Professional equipment, developed and manufactured in Germany. |
Frequently asked questions
Are a vibration plate and an oscillation platform the same thing?
No. On a vertical vibration plate, the whole surface moves up and down. With SiWAVE's alternating sinusoidal oscillation, the two halves alternate, as in walking, and the intensity is set by the position of the feet.
What is the difference between vertical and alternating (side-alternating) systems?
With vertical systems, both feet move up and down together. With alternating systems, one side goes up while the other goes down. SiWAVE uses two independent halves in an exact sine wave, with a zero point in the centre to adjust the intensity without changing the stance.
Is SiWAVE suitable for physiotherapy clinics, studios and gyms?
Yes. SiWAVE is used by physiotherapists, clinics, studios and gyms as a tool for balance training, muscle activation, warm-up and recovery, in short sessions without impact. It is fitness and well-being equipment.
Why does SiWAVE cost more than a home vibration plate?
They are different categories. SiWAVE is a premium product built for intensive use: made in Germany with high-quality materials and careful finishing, and with components that need no maintenance when used correctly. It has a maximum load of 300 kg, a controlled 5 to 28 Hz sine wave, a tablet with ready-made programs, a 2-year warranty and delivery, installation and training in Greater Florianópolis.