We advise taking a look at our paper prior to listening to this discussion.  "Whole-Body Vibration Training Protocols for People with Cerebral Palsy: a Systematic Review of Randomised Controlled Trials" has been published online in Advances in Neurodevelopmental Disorders, https://rdcu.be/c9AxJ to understand the context behind the comments and feedback in our discussion of the recently published article Hussain S, Hadian D, Hassan Z, et al. (May 31, 2024) The Effects of Whole-Body Vibration Therapy in Weight-Bearing and Non-Weight-Bearing Positions for Upper and Lower Extremities on Balance and Function in Cerebral Palsy Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Cureus 16(5): e61404. doi:10.7759/cureus.61404 We hope this leads to better and more effective protocols. Just a reminder that 12-18Hz is too high a speed generally speaking, though especially when using with children affected by Cerebral Palsy. Thanks for listening.

Over nearly two years I have seen how much the Lineal machines have helped people, and personally experienced how much Vibra-Train has helped improve my quality of life and physical wellbeing. If the well-known companies had succeeded none of this would be possible, and Lloyd has documents to prove the playbook exists.. If you think I am being overly dramatic; think again, because history is full of good ideas being crushed by business without ethics or soul thus preventing forward movement. If you are a member of the CP Community please listen to this podcast episode and take it seriously. It is serious.

Lloyd answers the question he gets asked frequently. He deliberately set up his business in this way to counter trends he could see eventuating, and to stand up against practices he is aware of in the industry.

Outlining the different reasons for their design and keeping that in mind gives the key to their most effective use. To easily remember the difference between Pivotal and Lineal machines go back to their beginning. It is not about which is 'best', as particularly for CP it is important to use both types - provided the machines are appropriate for people who are not able-bodied.

Middlemore is central to the story of how Vibra-Train came to be.

What is possible when using a machine designed for authentic full body vibration even with disability and impairment, when safety and forward-thinking are at the forefront of design.... and not listening to those who insist it cannot be done.....