Individuals with Multiple Sclerosis and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis are often unable to train normally because the body (i.e. the brain) is no longer capable of controlling the muscles properly. However, muscles are activated in an entirely different way while training on the Power Plate because it causes a stretch reflex without conscious effort. These reflexes are possible because the actual disease affects the nervous system rather than the muscle tissue. Training on the Power Plate will not cure individuals with these conditions, but will allow them to activate the muscles, thus greatly enhancing ones quality of life. Practical experience has shown that these patients get stronger and less dependent on others, and experience less pain. They tend to feel better and have more energy to cope with their everyday activities.
