It is almost impossible to do any kind of exercise requiring energy if a patient is suffering from emphysema. The Power Plate can be very helpful in this case because the muscles are strengthened without severe exertion (by performing the exercises in a static manner) during the first few training sessions. Practically all the advantages of a regular workout can be achieved on the Power Plate, and it can help patients get back into shape and able to do cardio-fitness training such as walking or running, which is very difficult otherwise.
