Can be used to increase the challenge of an exercise or help improve alignment during exercises; some people with CP have reported that it keeps them from knocking their knees together during squats, for example (perhaps by improving proprioception?). I have noticed this benefit too! Be careful not to choose weights that are too heavy, as these can do more harm than good. Two to three pounds may be good, depending on your size, ability, and the exercises you plan to do with them.

Recommended by Dr. Park, specifically the Galileo and Hypervibe models. Clinical studies have shown benefits for people with CP, including increased motor function and improved strength/flexibility, and some studies suggest that it can improve bone density as well. See the Vibration Plates tab for more information.

You can put these around your ankles, knees, or thighs to work on hip strengthening exercises, like sideways walking or monster walks, or use them during squats as a cue to keep your knees out. Yellow is the lowest resistance; black is the highest.

Can be used to practice balance, or you can do bridges off of them with your back or feet on the Bosu to increase the challenge. If you’re doing balance exercises off of this, it’s best to make sure someone’s supervising you.

Make sure it’s capable of lower speeds and has handles. Incline is also a plus; using the treadmill on an incline can help strengthen hamstrings.

Great for a variety of exercises (squats, mountain climbers, etc.). Can also use to assist with balance, but make sure it’s properly secured before using it.