Thanks for the reply Carla. I probably won't be buying a vibration plate anytime soon, I may try one out at a gym or hospital. I am currently doing quite a bit of physical therapy - mainly a lot of balance and coordination exercises. I feel the exercises have helped, my physical therapist has been measuring my sway with eyes closed on a fairly sophisticated machine - so far I have been improving at a slow steady pace. My nemisis is going down steps since I have no reflexes in my feet or legs and poor position sense.

I recently started wearing Spira shoes. These shoes have springs in the soles. I noticed a big difference wearing them - my feet and legs move much more fluidly and with more coordination. Definately not a cure all, but the extra bounce really benefits me.

Take care,

Sean