 After Wadsworth claimed PIBCOA's equipment could treat specific diseases, not just underlying conditions, and promised, quote, a great source of revenue, end quote, franchise owners paid her around $60,000 to $250,000 each to open PIBCOA franchises. From May 2017 through January 2024, Wadsworth trained participants to use the equipment, but the treatment was unsuccessful and caused additional injuries to patients and owners.