Rehabilitation Robotics Global Market Report 2025

Rehabilitation robotics is a specialized field of robotics dedicated to the development of robots designed to assist individuals in recovering from physical trauma. These automated machines are tailored to enhance the movement of individuals with impaired physical functioning, supporting them in their rehabilitation journey.

The primary types of rehabilitation robotics include exoskeleton robots, therapeutic robots, assistive robots, and prosthetic robots. Exoskeleton robots serve as augmentative devices to improve the physical performance of the body. These mechanical structures, known as exoskeletons, can be worn by humans to enhance strength and endurance. Rehabilitation robotics caters to different patient types, including adults and pediatric patients, focusing on both lower extremity and upper extremity applications. The various applications of rehabilitation robotics include gait therapy and limb mobility, with end-users such as rehabilitation centers and hospitals employing these technologies.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The sharp increase in U.S. tariffs and resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the medical equipment sector, especially for imported components used in imaging machines, surgical-grade stainless steel, and disposable plastics. With hospitals and clinics pushing back against price increases, manufacturers are facing margin pressure. The situation is further complicated by regulatory challenges, as switching suppliers due to tariffs often necessitates re-certification of medical devices, leading to delays in market entry. In response, companies are mitigating risks by dual-sourcing key components, ramping up domestic production of standardized items, and accelerating research into more cost-effective materials.

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The rehabilitation robotics market size has grown exponentially in recent years. It will grow from $1.48 billion in 2024 to $1.81 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to growth in rehabilitation and physical therapy services, demand for precision and targeted therapy, expansion of aging populations and chronic conditions, development of advanced robotic rehabilitation devices, regulatory standards for medical device safety.

The rehabilitation robotics market size is expected to see exponential growth in the next few years. It will grow to $4.03 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 22.2%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to customized rehabilitation robotics for specific patient needs, integration of ai and machine learning in rehabilitation, sustainable and cost-effective rehabilitation robotics, expansion in tele-rehabilitation and remote monitoring, adoption of rehabilitation robotics in sports medicine. Major trends in the forecast period include regulatory compliance in rehabilitation robotics safety, smart and adaptive robotic rehabilitation solutions, personalized rehabilitation programs and progress tracking, transparency in rehabilitation robotics data and outcomes, integration of virtual reality and gamification in therapy.

The forecast of 22.2% growth over the next five years remains unchanged from the previous projection for this market.This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. This is likely to directly affect the US through tariffs on force-feedback actuators and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven motion sensors, largely sourced from Japan and Switzerland, raising expenses for advanced mobility assistance systems.The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.

The rehabilitation robotics market is anticipated to experience growth during the forecast period due to the increasing incidence of strokes, injuries, and neurological diseases. Globally, in 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) reported that 50 million people were affected by epilepsy, with nearly 80% of them residing in low and middle-income countries. Consequently, the demand for rehabilitation devices, including rehabilitation robots, is expected to rise in response to the growing instances of strokes and neurological diseases.

The growth of the rehabilitation robotics market is further expected to be boosted by the increasing geriatric population. The geriatric population, typically aged 65 and older, is more prone to age-related health conditions such as strokes, Parkinson's disease, and osteoarthritis. Rehabilitation robotics can play a vital role in aiding older adults to recover and regain mobility and independence following such health events. In 2021, the World Trade Organization reported that the population aged 60 and above had increased to 1.4 billion, with a projection that by 2050, the global population of adults aged 60 and above will double to 2.1 billion. Thus, the rising geriatric population is a significant factor contributing to the growth of the rehabilitation robotics market.

A noteworthy trend in the rehabilitation robotics market is the rapid adoption of assistive robotics for more efficient and faster treatment. The medical field is witnessing an increasing adoption of assistive robots to enhance the speed and effectiveness of the treatment process. Companies are actively investing in new product development to meet the rising demand for such innovative solutions. For example, Labrador Systems, Inc., introduced the Labrador Retriever in January 2022, an assistive robot designed to help individuals live more independently by providing hands-on assistance with daily tasks, particularly beneficial for those impacted by chronic pain, injuries, or medical conditions.

Major companies in the rehabilitation robotics market are investing in and expanding their reach to the public through robotic-assisted neurorehabilitation centers. These are specialized medical facilities that use advanced robotic technology to aid individuals in their neurorehabilitation and recovery processes. For example, in May 2024, Amrita Hospitals, an India-based hospital, launched a robotic gait trainer system. This device is transforming the rehabilitation process for individuals recovering from brain and spinal injuries, helping them walk longer and with greater independence.

In August 2023, ReWalk Robotics, a medical device company based in the United States, acquired AlterG for $19 million. This acquisition aims to broaden patient access to innovative rehabilitation technologies for use in clinics and at home. AlterG is a manufacturer of mobility enhancement products for use in physical and neurological rehabilitation, aligning with ReWalk Robotics' commitment to advancing rehabilitation solutions.

Major companies operating in the rehabilitation robotics market include Myomo Inc., Bionik Laboratories Corporation, Hocoma AG, Cyberdyne Inc., ReWalk Robotics Ltd., Ekso Bionics Holdings Inc., Rex Bionics Ltd., AlterG Inc., RU Robots Limited, Woodway GmbH, Tyromotion GmbH, ABILITY Switzerland AG, Motek Medical B.V., Reha Technology AG, Man&Tel Co. Ltd., Rehab-robotics Company Limited, Kinova Robotics, Mrisar Institute of Science Arts and Robotics, Robotdalen, Bioxtreme Robotics Rehabilitation, Fourier Intelligence Co. Ltd., Focal Meditech BV, B-Temia Inc., Gogoa Mobility Robots SL, Motorika Medical Ltd., Neofect Co. Ltd., Saebo Inc., SynTouch LLC, Touch Bionics Inc., Biodex Medical Systems Inc., HONDA Motor Co. Ltd., InMotion LLC, KUKA AG, Parker Hannifin Corporation, RSL Steeper Group Ltd.

North America was the largest region in the rehabilitation robotics market in 2024. North America is expected to be the fastest-growing region during the forecast period. The regions covered in the rehabilitation robotics market analysis report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, the Middle East, and Africa.

The countries covered in the rehabilitation robotics market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA.

The rehabilitation robotics market consists of sales of treadmill gait trainers, foot-plate-based gait trainers, and overground gait trainers. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.

• Market segmentations break down the market into sub markets.
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• The trends and strategies section analyses the shape of the market as it emerges from the crisis and suggests how companies can grow as the market recovers.

Scope

• Markets Covered:1) By Type: Exoskeleton Robots; Therapeutic Robots; Assistive Robots; Prosthetic Robots
• 2) By Patient Type: Adult; Pediatrics
• 3) By Part: Lower Extremity; Upper Extremity
• 4) By Application: Gait Therapy; Limb Mobility
• 5) By End User: Rehabilitation Centers; Hospitals
• Subsegments:
• 1) By Exoskeleton Robots: Lower Limb Exoskeletons; Upper Limb Exoskeletons; Full-Body Exoskeletons; Powered and Passive Exoskeletons
• 2) By Therapeutic Robots: Robotic Rehabilitation Devices for Stroke Patients; Robotic Systems for Gait Training; Robotic Hand Rehabilitation Devices; Interactive Therapeutic Robots for Cognitive Therapy
• 3) By Assistive Robots: Robotic Mobility Aids (e.g., robotic wheelchairs); Companion Robots for Emotional Support; Robots for Daily Living Assistance (e.g., feeding, dressing)
• 4) By Prosthetic Robots: Robotic Prosthetic Limbs; Bionic Hands and Arms; Smart Prosthetics with Sensory Feedback
• Companies Mentioned: Myomo Inc.; Bionik Laboratories Corporation; Hocoma AG; Cyberdyne Inc.; ReWalk Robotics Ltd.; Ekso Bionics Holdings Inc.; Rex Bionics Ltd.; AlterG Inc.; RU Robots Limited; Woodway GmbH; Tyromotion GmbH; ABILITY Switzerland AG; Motek Medical B.V.; Reha Technology AG; Man&Tel Co. Ltd.; Rehab-robotics Company Limited; Kinova Robotics; Mrisar Institute of Science Arts and Robotics; Robotdalen; Bioxtreme Robotics Rehabilitation; Fourier Intelligence Co. Ltd.; Focal Meditech BV; B-Temia Inc.; Gogoa Mobility Robots SL; Motorika Medical Ltd.; Neofect Co. Ltd.; Saebo Inc.; SynTouch LLC; Touch Bionics Inc.; Biodex Medical Systems Inc.; HONDA Motor Co. Ltd.; InMotion LLC; KUKA AG; Parker Hannifin Corporation; RSL Steeper Group Ltd.
• Countries: Australia; Brazil; China; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Russia; South Korea; UK; USA; Canada; Italy; Spain
• Regions: Asia-Pacific; Western Europe; Eastern Europe; North America; South America; Middle East; Africa
• Time Series: Five years historic and ten years forecast.
• Data: Ratios of market size and growth to related markets, GDP proportions, expenditure per capita,
• Data Segmentations: country and regional historic and forecast data, market share of competitors, market segments.
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