Massey University and MS Central Districts
Over the course of the last 12 months, Massey University and MS Central Districts have been working on establishing a partnership to the benefit of both organisations.
In September 2008, Rachael Mason began conducting her Whole Body Vibration Therapy trial as her Masters of Science Exercise Physiology project.
From Massey News, October 2008: "We wanted to apply vibration therapy to a group who could benefit the most," she says. "People with MS, because they can't use their muscles in a fully co-ordinated way, often don't get any physical activity. Some of the health problems they end up with are, in fact, related to the fact they are not exercising so there is real potential for these people."
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Then in March 2009, twenty MS Central Districts members took part in a practicum course that sees third-year sport and exercise science students become personal trainers. This course builds on Rachael's masters WBVT project, and gives participating members a tailored workout, while the student gains sound practical experience providing good preparation for the workforce.
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