Effect of impulse vibration on red blood cells in vitro

Effect on osmotic fragility of red blood cells of whole blood submitted to vibrations in an oscillating platform

“…Some authors have reported important biological effects associated with the action of the vibrations (Prisby et al, 2008;Ando et al, 2005). Ando et al (2005) reported that the fragmentation of red blood cells (RBC) can be seen when they are exposed to excessive mechanical stress in circulation.…”

“…Some authors have reported important biological effects associated with the action of the vibrations (Prisby et al, 2008;Ando et al, 2005). Ando et al (2005) reported that the fragmentation of red blood cells (RBC) can be seen when they are exposed to excessive mechanical stress in circulation. Moreover, Ando et al (2005) discussed that hemolysis occurs when a part of the body is exposed to intense impulses repeatedly in such activities as marathons (Buckle, 1965), karate (Streeton, 1967), and conga drum playing (Kaden, 1970).…”

“…Ando et al (2005) reported that the fragmentation of red blood cells (RBC) can be seen when they are exposed to excessive mechanical stress in circulation. Moreover, Ando et al (2005) discussed that hemolysis occurs when a part of the body is exposed to intense impulses repeatedly in such activities as marathons (Buckle, 1965), karate (Streeton, 1967), and conga drum playing (Kaden, 1970). Davidson (1964) also suggested that the hemolysis takes place through the pressure applied from outside on blood vessels when hands and feet are hit directly on solid objects.…”

“…Davidson (1964) also suggested that the hemolysis takes place through the pressure applied from outside on blood vessels when hands and feet are hit directly on solid objects. More also, Ando et al (2005) evaluated the damage induced in red blood cells by exposure to impulse vibration generated in an artisanal device, and each vibration caused damage to these blood cells. It was observed that the higher the peak acceleration and the longer the exposure duration, the more the damage to the red blood cells.…”

“…Moreover, Ando et al (2005) also reported that no studies have been conducted concerning the pathological effects, such as hemolysis vibrations on the circulatory system. Hence, combining this information, the aim of this work was to verify the effects of vibrations on the osmotic fragility (OF) of RBC isolated from whole blood submitted to OP.…”