Whole body vibration exercise for chronic musculoskeletal pain: A Systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials

•We collected data on several types of chronic musculoskeletal disorders.•We identified the effectiveness of whole body vibration as treatment for chronic musculoskeletal pain.•Evidence suggests positive effects of whole body vibration exercise on chronic musculoskeletal pain.•Long durations of whole body vibration exercise could be more beneficial for chronic musculoskeletal pain.