Gait rehabilitation technology is growing exponentially as regaining functional gait is seen as a must for independent living in real-world scenarios. The various kinds of walking difficulties have urged the development of the broad spectrum of gait systems in many neurological, medical, and traumatic diseases. Rehabilitation system is an important part of the therapy plan for patients with movement disorders of the lower extremities. The goal of rehabilitation system is basically the means of helping the patient return to the highest possible level of function and independence while improving the overall quality of life – physically, emotionally, and socially. Most gait training systems are designed for acute and sub-acute neurological patients. Many techniques are used for relearning gait cycle training (functional gait training) or gait movements (nonfunctional training). Each system has its advantages and disadvantages in terms of functional outcomes. However, training gait cycle movements are insufficient for the rehabilitation of ambulation.
BD and 3M – Notable Market Players in Gait Rehabilitation System Market
The gait rehabilitation system market majorly consists of the players such as zebris Medical GmbH, PRODROMUS S.A., Reha Technology AG, DIH Medical, Meditouch, HIWIN Corporation, BAMA teknoloji, Restorative Therapies, Inc, Meden-Inmed Sp. z o.o., Groupe WINNCARE amongst others. The companies have been implementing various strategies that have helped the growth of the company and in turn have brought about various changes in the market. The companies have adopted several inorganic and organic strategies to accelerate their growth and improve their market position.
Below is the list of the growth strategies done by the players operating in the gait rehabilitation system market:
| Year | News |
| March 2021 | Reha Technology entered into a strategic partnership with DIH Medical. This agreement permits DIH to take over the distribution of Reha Technology’s robotics products. DIH, as per the agreement, will promote and distribute Reha Technology´s end-effector-based gait therapy devices in crucial markets such as Switzerland, Germany, and the US. |
| March 2021 | DIH Medical entered into a strategic partnership with Reha Technology. This agreement permits DIH to take over the distribution of Reha Technology’s robotics products. DIH, as per the agreement, will promote and distribute Reha Technology´s end-effector-based gait therapy devices in crucial markets such as Switzerland, Germany, and the US. |
| October 2020 | DIH Medical and Gorbel Rehabilitation joined forces to give unique solutions expected to solve real difficulties and improve patients’ experiences with the SafeGait 360 and SafeGait ACTIVE products. |
| September 2016 | DIH Medical acquired Hocoma. Hocoma is among the world leader of robotic and sensor-based rehabilitation solutions from Switzerland. |
