Distribution Channels

Medical devices marketed to consumers for their personal/in-home use are a growing category. According to a 2004 investment report from Citigroup Smith Barney, the home medical equipment (HME) industry was valued at approximately $13 billion. Some industry players anticipate annual industry growth of six to eight percent through 2010.

Over 15 million new incidences a year for the following conditions can benefit from gait therapy using a treadmill.

  • Stroke
  • Vestibular (balance)
  • Head Injury
  • Spinal Cord
  • Amputee
  • Older Adult Patients
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Hip / Knee injuries

Of those patients, 31% are prescribed outpatient rehabilitation treatments, while 8% will require "full body" exercise regimes. This device targets those 8% or 1.2 million patients.

Sales Representatives Territories

  • Home Health Care, PT Clinics
  • Health Clubs, Recreation Centers
  • Large Retail, National

Trade Shows

  • Veterans Administration – Medical Convention
  • American Physical Therapy Association
  • National Association for Home Care
  • Health Industry Manufacturers Association